complaint·October 11, 2022

On 10/11/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Judy Laureano conducted a complaint inspection to deliver the findings regarding the above-mentioned allegation. LPA met with Director Cheryl Gartsman. There were 27 children in care and 5 staff present. On this date LPA also delivered a report- LIC 9099 from a visit conducted on 9/29/2022. On 07/22/2022 at 9:15am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lisa Clayton arrived at the facility for the purpose of conducting an initial complaint investigation. Upon arrival LPA met with Director Cheryl Gartsman. LPA advised Director Cheryl that the purpose of the inspection is due to a complaint received by the El Segundo Child Care Regional Office (ESCCRO) on 07/20/2022. LPA observed 36 childcare children in care and 6 staff members. LPA Clayton toured the facility, obtained a copy of the Children’s facility roster and teacher contact information. On 9/29/2022 LPA Laureano concluded investigative interviews with director and staff. On 10/4/2022, LPA reviewed facility’s COVID 19 communication. No information was disclosed that the personal rights of children were not being met. Although the allegation may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove or disapprove the allegation, therefore the allegation is found to be unsubstantiated. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided.