Routine inspection (3-year)·January 18, 2024

On 01/18/2024, Licensing Program Analyst`s (LPA`s) Shushanik Safaryan and Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. At 11:15 AM LPA`s met with Facility Representative Danielle Caputo , who guided the LPA`s on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program which operates Monday through Friday. Facility offers half day program from 08:00am to 12:00PM and extended from 12:00pm -03:30 pm.Program consists of 4 classrooms. Per Facility Representative there are 86 children enrolled. The following classrooms were inspected: Green Door Classroom : LPA`s observed 10 children with 2 staff members. Blue Door Classroom : LPA`s observed 12 children with 2 staff members. Red Door Classroom : LPA`s observed 17 children with 3 staff members . Yellow Door Classroom : LPA`s observed 19 children with 3 staff members . Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Each classroom has own bathroom accessible to the children. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. Napping equipment was observed to be in the block room , LPA`s observed each child\342\200\231s bedding in the separate bag with their names on the bag . Napping equipment and bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage and cleanliness. Storage for children's belongings was inspected. Parents take linens home on Friday and returned on Monday. LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher with the service date 02/15/2023. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 10/19/2023 . page 1 of 3 Children bring their own snacks and lunch . Facility has emergency snacks in case child\342\200\231s need one . Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. There is a kitchen on site near Green Door Classroom . Per facility Representative it is used for activities . Cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be stored away from the food. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors, facility have filtration station in outdoor play area , pitchers were observed in the classrooms. Children bring their own water bottles too. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Directors\342\200\231 office and staff restroom will be used for the ill children. Mat will be used for the child to rest if necessary . The outdoor area includes sand and wood chips for the children to play. Per Facility Representative sand area checked every morning .LPA`s observed canopies and umbrellas for shade. There is also a shaded area with benches for the children to sit. The play area is fully fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Sign in and out sheets located in the front of each classroom and were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. The facility does not provide transportation. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Record were complete . LPA reviewed staff records; staff files were complete. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a childcare facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . page 2 of 3 This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Facility Representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. The facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. No deficiencies are being cited today, 01/18/2024. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Danielle M. Caputo . Page 3 of 3