Routine inspection·February 4, 2025

On 02/04/2025 at 11:35 AM an unannounced Required \342\200\223 3 Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Kam. LPA announced purpose of visit and initially met with Dr. La Royce Murphy Facility Representative (FR). Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 116. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. Required postings were observed. The facility is made up of 4 classrooms. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 97 children and a total census of 18 teachers present. Beginning at 11:35 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, and child size tables and chairs available for children with rounded edges and well maintained. LPA observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with a variety of age appropriate toys maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Mats/cots were inspected. Per FR, linens are provided by the facility and washed weekly by a laundry service. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed water fountains available for children. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed 3 bathrooms available in hallway that had three toilets and two sinks, in each bathroom. Room 3 has 2 bathrooms in the classroom with two toilets and large sink in each. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Per FR, only LAUSD approved disinfectants are present at the facility, LPA observed these items stored in the cleaning room kept locked at all times located outside the classrooms in the hallway. Page 1 of 4 A first aid kit is kept in each classroom in the classroom cabinet . LPA confirmed carbon monoxide detectors with facility manager, is hardwired to the smoke detector. LPA observed smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present in the facility. LPA discussed requirement to have fire extinguishers serviced annually and to conduct regular checks of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are in operable condition. Disaster drill log reflects last drill as 1/31/25. Isolation area for sick children is in the principle's office. LPA observed the area and child will have full supervision until child is picked up by Authorized Representative. Per FR, they currently have children that require medicications. LPA observed medications stored in a locked cabinet in the office which is centrally located but inaccessible to children. LPA observed medicines for children in original packaging with unaltered label and conducted record review to ensure completion of required documents. Snack/lunch/breakfast menus were reviewed and observed posted. Facility provides Breakfast, Lunch, and PM Snack. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food is prepared by the elementary school and delivered daily. Food waste is collected at meal time and waste bags discarded immediately after each meal. Beginning at 11:50 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed surface of outdoor play areas to be safe and maintained for activities planned such as rubber flooring under play structures and smooth flooring for active play. LPA observed a variety of age appropriate toys available balls, tricycles, blocks, bubbles, paint and easels. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA advised facility representative that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teachers at all times. The children have access to drinking fountains during outside play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Page 2 of 4 Beginning at 12:10 PM, staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. LPA did not review confidential staff files during the inspection due to the staff confidential files being stored at the administrative office. CPR card expires on 08/2025 for staff. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The following were discussed: LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation, this includes any changes as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. LPA advised the facility reprsentative to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 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 in the facility, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed facility. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/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. Page 3 of 4 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 . 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/ . MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Based on this information the following deficiencies on the LIC 809 D are being cited today 02/04/2025. LPA informed facility representative that this report dated 02/04/25 documents 1 Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. LPA informed the facility representative to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 2/4/2025 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Dr. La Royce Murphy. Page 4 of 4