complaint·November 16, 2023

During staff interviews, there were no disclosures of children napping without a cot, sheet and blanket. S5 disclosed that all children in their classroom have cots and linens. S2 disclosed that all children in their classroom have cots and linens and the district provides clean linens weekly. During today's investigation, LPA observed 32 children napping on cots. LPA also observed all 32 children to have linens. Based on the investigation conducted by the LPA, it has been determined that although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are unsubstantiated. 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. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided. Exit interview was conducted with Luis Sanchez, Principal. ---Page 2 of 2 Per Principal, children in Room 4 and Room 5 are temporarily being provided care in a single classroom. Care is being provided in a single classroom due to repairs and construction currently taking place on, in and around Room 4 and Room 5. Care is being provided in a classroom identified as Room 6. Principal disclosed that Room 4 and Room 5 have a total of 48 children enrolled. Once construction is completed, children will resume care in there assigned classroom. During staff interviews, S4 disclosed that staff and children have been observed tripping over cots. S4 also disclosed that cots are arranged under tables due to limited space in the classroom for 48 children in care. S6 disclosed that the limited space in the classroom creates a hazard for staff and 48 children to walk through should there be an emergency evacuation. S5 disclosed being worried of falling due to the arrangement of the napping equipment due to the limited space in the classroom for 48 children in care. During today's investigation, LPA observed 32 children napping in Room 6. LPA observed children napping on cots that were touching each other. (Photos taken) LPA also observed staff stepping over cots while children napped. Based on the investigation conducted by the LPA which includes interviews, record reviews, and other pertinent information, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, 101239.1(d) Napping Equipment is being cited on the attached LIC9099D. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit.---Page 2 of 3 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. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Luis Sanchez, Principal. ---Page 3 of 3