Routine inspection·May 5, 2025

On Monday, May 5, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Marcia Cagigas, who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. This facility has a total of 6 classrooms: yellow (2-3), orange (2-3), green (3-4), blue (3-4) gold (4) red (3-4). Census was taken, LPA observed 77 children and 19 staff present observing the children. This facility is located inside the East Los Angeles Community College campus. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 until entry into kindergarten. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:45a.m. \342\200\223 3:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. Parents sign in manually in individual classroom binders. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA entered all six classrooms. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored in a shelf making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA did not observe a step trash bin with tight fitting lids due to food being placed in bins and immediately disposed in the kitchen. LPA did observe a diaper changing table in the yellow classroom and observed it to be free of clutter and debris. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperatures to b e between 70-71 degrees . LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in the hallway and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 11/7/2024 Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide were not tested during this visit due to th e detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 4/24/25. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. Per director, sheet and blankets ar e provided for children and are washed on a weekly basis or when needed. Children are allowed to bring their personal sheet and blanket if they choose. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per director, facility currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water and per director it was stated that they do not have any firearms, weapons, poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe any of the above mentioned. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director\342\200\231s office and children will utilize staff restroom. The Yellow and Orange classrooms share restroom which is located between both classrooms. Green and Blue classrooms share a restroom, and the restroom is located between both classrooms. Gold and Red classrooms share one restroom that is connected in between both classrooms. LPA also observed a second restroom in the gold classroom that is only used by the gold classroom. LPA observed restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA entered the outdoor play area and observed 3 play areas, yard A, yard B, and yard C, and yard D. LPA observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA observed roof shade structure and umbrellas throughout the play area. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced, and the side gates closed and locked with a lock. For outdoor water drinking, children have water fountains and personal water cups. This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Meals and snacks are provided by the facility and utilizes an outside food program (CACFP). LPA informed director that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking in the classrooms, LPA observed drinking fountains and personal water cups. LPA observed the food preparation area in the kitchen to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 4/21/23 and was observed to have a lead exceedance in faucet B located in the kitchen. A retest was conducted on 07/18/23 and faucet B was observed to have no exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. Lead results were observed to be posted. LPA reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA observed director Marcia Cagigas Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 10/10/23, Preventative Health and Safety certification dated 12/15/22 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 10/10/23. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) 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/ . Director 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. 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 . The facility is currently in compliance of Title 22 regulations and no deficiencies are being cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Marcia Cagigas.