Routine inspection·June 14, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 06/14/2023. LPA arrived at the facility at 08:24AM, identified self and met with Uchenna Okereke, Principal, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided the principal with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a state preschool program. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, AM Session 8:00AM – 11:00AM and PM Session 12:00PM – 3:00PM. Per principal, last day of care and instruction was on June 9, 2023. Children return after summer break on August 14, 2023. There were no children and 1 staff present when LPA arrived. All individual’s present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District. 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. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Per principal, effective August 14, 2023, state preschool will be a full day program where children will have a resting period. Cots and linens will be provided for each child enrolled. Linens will be washed weekly by laundry service provided by the school district. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restroom. Rooms K-3 and K-4 share the bathroom that has 1 sink and 2 toilets accessible for children. Each classroom also has an additional sink for hand washing only. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms.------PAGE 1 of 4 Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible. Staff #1 states that poisons are locked in the classroom cabinets. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 06/8/2023. Carbon monoxide detectors were not observed. LPA did not observe First Aid supplies in the classroom. LPA observed menus posted. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides breakfast to children in AM session and lunch to the children in the PM session. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. LPA observed the canopy used to provide shaded area for children to be tattered. Per principal an order to repair the canopy has been submitted and is pending. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. Per principal, outdoor space is shared with state preschool kindergarten and special education classes. LPA did not observe a waiver posted for the shared use of outdoor play area. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Per principal, there areno firearms stored on the premises. LPA did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility. Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. -----PAGE 2 of 4 There were no staff records in the facility for LPA to review. Missing documentation was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did not have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. LPA did not observe at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Per principal, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the nurse’s office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the nurse’s office. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . UPDATE: LPA provided the principal with a copy of the Effects of Lead Exposure form during the inspection and discussed the following Provider Information Notices (PINs) Required Lead Testing: PIN 20-01 CCP Effects of Lead Exposure, and Guardian User Account Access - PIN 20-20-CCLD. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 . ----PAGE 3 of 4 The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Uchenna Okereke, Principal. -----PAGE 4 of 4