Routine inspection·May 6, 2025

On 05/06/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tyra Chavies, conducted an unannounced  Annual/ Random Year visit at Discoveryland Preschool of South Bay Jr Academy. LPA met with Director, Roxana Sanchez and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA Chavies confirmed the phone number is: (310) 371-4503. There were 36 children in care being supervised by 4 Staff members. This facility has 4 classrooms, Teddy Bear, Lady Bug, Shining Stars and Rainbow. All classrooms are currently being used except for the Teddy Bear room, which is awaiting an inspection for a toddler component. Indoor furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose and/or pointed parts. LPA observed cots for sleeping and bedding will be taken home every Friday for parents to wash and bring back to the classroom. LPA also observed age appropriate toys and books in primary care area. The facility floors, bathroom and classrooms meet Title 22 Health and Safety regulations. There are two different playgrounds, the smaller area is gated off  for the toddler component. LPA observed the surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition,  observed age appropriate toys and the space is free of hazards. LPAs inspected and verified that there is a fire system connected throughout the facility. The facility does have a fire extinguisher. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors and there is a fire system at the facility. The facility does have a first Aid kit and it is in good condition. AM/PM snacks are given by the facility. Parents are required to bring breakfast and lunch. If parents do not bring their own meals, the facility will call parents to verify if the Junior Academy school lunch would be appreciate to given to child in care. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors and upon request. LPA did observed children using their own water bottles. LPA was advised by director the site does not use water from the facility. The facility will buy water jugs and refill the children's water bottles. POSTING REQUIREMENTS: License and other relevant notices are visible for public view and correctly posted on the wall (Facility Sketch, PUB 393, LIC 9148, LIC 610). Fire and disaster drills are being conducted as scheduled every six months. LPA Chavies did advised Director a Disaster and Mass casualty plan must by submitted to community care licensing for review . CHILDREN'S RECORDS: LPA Chavies reviewed 6 children's files. All files are up to date and are in good condition STAFF'S RECORDS: LPA Chavies reviewed 3 staff files. All staff records are update and in good condition. The following were also discussed with the director: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) - Family Child Care Homes APPLICANT KNOWS PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS WILL NEED IMS: This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A Plan for Providing 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Commencing September 1 st , 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a childcare facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. Law enacted by SB 277, beginning January 1 st , 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into childcare or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint. When regulations are approved/changed/updated, providers will be notified through Provider Information Notice (PIN). Per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, there are no deficiencies being cited. An exit interview was conducted with Director, Roxana Sanchez. A copy of this report was read and given to Director as well as LIC 9213 (Notice of Site Visit form.) LIC 9213 is required to be posted for 30 days.