Routine inspection·June 23, 2023

On 06/23/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alemoh met with the facility Director, Elizabeth Ceja, for the purpose of conducting a Random Annual Inspection for the preschool licensee. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed three classrooms with a total of 12 preschool age children and 6 staff. The center operates 7:00AM - 6:00PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. There are three classrooms currently being used for care: Little Shepherd: 4 children with 2 staff present. Little Angels: 4 children with 2 staff present. Little Lambs: 4 children with 2 staff present. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. All rooms are clean and safe. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies for children's belongings in each classroom. LPA observed age appropriate toys and materials. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water dispenser(igloo) and disposable cups. Cots are available for napping, bedding and is washed weekly. There is a fire extinguisher, smoke detector and a carbon monoxide detector on the premises. There is a First Aid Kit in all three classrooms. LPA inspected and observed the boys bathroom to have two toilets, two sinks and one urinal. There are extra toiletries in the top cabinet. The girls bathroom was observed to have with two toilets, and one sink. Toilets and sinks are functioning properly and are age appropriate. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Both bathrooms were observed to be clean. An additional sink is located in the diaper changing room. Diaper changing room was observed to have a changing table and a sink next to it. Cleaning supplies were observed underneath the sink with a safety lock. Extra diapers and whips were observed underneath the changing table. Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. No children in care have incidental medical needs. There is a separate area for isolation for ill children in the insulation room. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. There are 2 play yards on the premises that are separated by an iron fence. The second play area is the bike area. The play area has sand and wood chips for cushioning. There is an area with natural shade and rest. Water dispenser and disposable cups are outside during play time. Play area was inspected and found to be free of hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Large jungle gym and bouncing/rocking animals are anchored. There is a clean fully equipped kitchen (off limits) with refrigerator/freezer, stove and microwave oven. The facility provides two snacks, children bring their own lunch. Allergy lists are posted in the classroom on the refrigerator used to hold lunches. LPA observed an appropriate amount of snacks. The chemicals are kept separate from the food. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Snack Menu is posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Children's records and staff records were reviewed. Staff are certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid expire 09/2024. Mandated reporter training is expired. Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation (call within 24 hours and submit form within 7 days) and on the form LIC624B. Forms and a copy of Title 22 Regulations may be obtained at the department's website www.ccld.ca.gov . --Director was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse, 1-800-827-8724 --Child Care Centers (Disaster Planning information): https://cccld.childcarevideos.org/child-care-center-operators/disaster-planning-and-fire-safety/ --Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm l Exit Interview conducted and a copy of report read and provided to Director, Elizabeth Ceja.