Routine inspection·February 18, 2025

On February 18, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Portia Bowden conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Lead Teacher Ms. Orozco, explained the reason for visit, provided LIC 125 (Entrance Checklist) and was guided on a tour. Per Facility Rep Full day class operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday 8AM-2:35PM and half day programs (AM/PM) operate Monday through Friday from 7:55AM \342\200\223 11AM and 11:30AM-2:45PM. LPA observed all required documents on the facility licensing boards (PUB 269, PUB 393, LIC 610, LIC 9224, LIC 613A). LPA did not observe an ER drill log, per facility rep the last Fire drill was conducted in 1/2025, and she was unaware that a drill log was required. A technical violation will be issued. This is a full day and half day (AM/PM) preschool program housed on Bursch Elementary School\342\200\231s campus serving ages 2 to 5 years old, consisting of 2 classrooms and an outdoor play area. Per Facility Rep outdoor area is shared with the TK class on a staggered schedule. LPA observed a waiver on the licensing board for shared use. LPA observed 8 children supervised by 1 teacher and 1 aide in the AM PS Classroom. Per facility rep there are 10 children enrolled in the AM and 8 Enrolled in the PM PS Class. LPA observed 19 children in the Full day PS classroom (Room K4) supervised by 2 teachers and 2 aides. Per Facility Rep there are 20 children enrolled in the full day class. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Per facility rep there are no children in care who require Incidental Medical Services. LPA reviewed sign in and out sheets and observed 8 children signed in to the AM PS Class and 17 Children signed in to the Full day PS Classroom. Per facility rep she parents forgot to sign in two children in care and she will have them sign in at pick up time. A technical violation will be issued. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. At 10:30AM LPA observed an operable Carbon monoxide detector in both Classrooms as well as an inline fire system throughout facility. At 10:30AM LPA observed cots for sleeping in the full day classroom. Per facility rep, Linens are sent home on Friday\342\200\231s to be washed by parents and returned to facility. LPA observed 2 toilets, 3 sinks and 1 changing table in good repair in the restrooms inside both classrooms. Per facility rep potty training is provided by the facility. General sanitation was observed. Per PIN 21-21-CCP lead testing to be conducted for all equipment used for drinking consumption. At 10:35 AM LPA observed Lead testing results dated 4/2018 on the licensing board in AM/PM Classroom. Per facility rep they use a purified water system connected to the building water for drinking. Per facility Rep children in care bring their own water bottles to fill up and take outside, facility also has paper cups for children to use. Per facility rep soap and water are made daily for cleaning. At 10:40AM LPA observed disinfectant stored in a high cabinet inside the classroom inaccessible to children in care. Per facility rep there are no poisons on the premises. Facility provides Breakfast and lunch which is supplied by school cafeteria. Per facility rep no outside food is permitted. Per facility rep children in care have food allergies. At 10:40AM LPA observed a food allergy list in the classroom as well as posted on the refrigerator of the school cafeteria. Outdoor play is conducted in an enclosed playground shared by school\342\200\231s TK class on a staggered schedule. Per facility Rep the preschool class and TK class do not comingle on the playground. At 10:45AM LPA observed a play apparatus in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPAs advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility LPA did not review staff files as they are housed at Compton Unified Child Development Office. LPA observed Lead Teacher Orozco\342\200\231s current Pediatric CPR/First Aid with an expiration date of 8/25 and a current mandated reporter certificate expiration date 9/25. LPA observed Aide Herrera\342\200\231s current Pediatric CPR/First Aid with an expiration date of 12/26. LPA Reviewed 5 children\342\200\231s files and observed them all to be complete. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. 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 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 child care 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 21-21.1-CCP). 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 22-02-CCP . 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/ . No deficiencies were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. 2 Technical violation\342\200\231s for missing ER Drill log and incomplete sign in log were issued. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Lead Teacher Ms. Orozco. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.