Routine inspection·July 17, 2019

Licensing Program Analyst, V. Wheatley met with the new Director Alex Yee and Assistant Director C. Torres at 2:30PM and conducted an Annual inspection. LPA toured and inspected the school age program in accordance with the facility sketch. LPA observed the school aged children in the large gym playing together. LPA observed the children supervised properly within required ratios. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The telephone service, heating and lighting are appropriate. The children use their own backpacks for their belongings. There is a first aid kit is kept in the closet. LPA observed several age appropriate educational materials and equipment. LPA observed the electrical outlets have been replaced with the child proof safety plugs. LPA observed trash bins with lids and drinking water. The restrooms have been remodeled and are age appropriate. The toilets and faucets were inspected and are functioning properly. The water temperature is appropriate. A review of medication policy indicated that medication is administered with parent's permission and doctor's authorization. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the school office. According to the director, there are no children receiving Incidental Medical Services at this time. Outdoor equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good material, good repair and age appropriateness. LPA inspected the play equipment and observed age appropriate toys. There is an area for shade and rest. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There is a fully equipped kitchen on the premises. The staff provide morning and afternoon snacks. The food for lunch is provided by Torrance Unified School District however cooked on-site and served to the children daily. The menus are posted. The children's allergies are posted in the classrooms, office and kitchen. LPA observed 1% milk. The chemicals are kept separate from the food. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. All staff members are fingerprint cleared. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Personal rights of children were discussed. A fire drill or earthquake drill are held once a month and logged. Staff were reminded children are to be supervised at all times. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The children may be transported off the premises for field trips in vehicles with seat belts and with the parent's permission. Children and staff records were reviewed 4:30PM. All of the staff have required CPR/First Aid Certification. The staff have completed the Mandated Reporter Child Abuse Training. Additional forms and Child Care Quarterly Updates may be obtained at the department's website www.ccld.ca.gov . There were no deficiencies observed during the inspection. Exit interview.