Routine inspection (3-year)·March 28, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 03/28/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 2:20PM, identified self and met with Regina Ramirez, Director , who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided Director a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a school age program located in a facility with a preschool program with toddler option.(Facility 191204383) LPA did not observed children commingling during the inspection. Per Director, days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30AM to 6:00PM. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. LPA toured the facility indoors and outdoors and a census was taken. There were 13 children under care and supervision of 2 staff members. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Director 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. ---Page 1 of 4 Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs meet the needs of the children in care. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector located in the facility. However, LPA was not able to have carbon monoxide tested. Carbon monoxide detectors were installed on the ceiling that was over 9 feet in height. Director provided documentation to verify that the carbon and smoke combo alarm was newly installed on 01/25/2025. Outdoor area was observed to be a grassed area with trees for shade. Outdoor area was observed to be free of any hazards. LPA observed an in ground swilling pool that was inaccessible with a 60 inch chain link fence that surrounds the swimming pool. The chain link fence had no openings larger than 1 3/4 inches in diameter. LPA observed an access gate that opened away from the swimming pool but did not self-close or self-latched. LPA observed the key lockable device placed on the fence to be lower than 60 inches above the ground.(photo taken) LPA also observed a wooden fence that was half the height of the chain link fence that serves as a foothold that could enable a child to climb over.(photo taken) The Director was advised that as of January 1, 2025, the licensee shall perform a daily inspection of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment before opening the facility and maintain a log of the inspections to be provided to the department upon request. LPA observed the facility to be free of flies, insects and rodents. No poisons were observed in today\342\200\231s inspection. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other hazardous items were observed to be inaccessible and stored in locked cabinet in the staff restroom. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Toilets used by school-age children provide individual privacy and are located in each classroom. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Facility does not have access to a kitchen. LPA observed snacks stored in a cabinet outside the classroom. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Per Director, bottled water is available for children to refill their water bottles brought from home. For children who do not have water bottles, facility has disposable cups available. ---Page 2 of 4 Facility has conducted water lead testing to comply with Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCC\342\200\231s) constructed before January 1,2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every five years after the date of the first test. LPA observed the following postings on the parent board: Facility License, LIC 613A (9/96), the PUB 393 (8/02), Child Care Center Notification of Parents' Rights Poster, LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan with the telephone number of the local health department, information on child passenger restraint systems, and a contingency plan for action during fires, floods and earthquakes. Menus were also observed on the parent board inside the classroom. Per Director, facility conducted a disaster drill on 01/25/2025. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files to be complete. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. LPA observed sign out sheets with a section for parent/ guardian to sign out using a full legal signature. LPA reviewed staff files. Staff files were observed to be complete with mandated reporter, immunization verification of Tdap, MMR, and Influenza, and health screening with TB clearance. During file review, LPA observed no staff present during this inspection with a current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR course completion cards issued by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or by a training program approved by the Emergency Medical Services Authority. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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 . ---Page 3 of 4 Director 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 the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A Notice of Site Visit was provided. The Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Regina Ramirez, Director. ---Page 3 of 4