Routine inspection·February 22, 2023

On February 23, 2023 at 9:03 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrew Alemoh met with the Director, Sarah Mitchell, for the purpose of an unannounced Required 1-Year inspection for the school age program. The center's hours of operation are Monday thru Friday 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. The school age program consists of 2 classrooms. In classroom 1, LPA observed 8 children with 1 staff. In classroom 2, LPA observed 9 children with 1 staff. This is a combination center which includes an infant toddler option (197413767) and a pre-school component (197413766). During this inspection LPA toured the facility, observed equipment/supplies, and reviewed a sample of children and staff files. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. The center currently has no children in the school age program requiring IMS. Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid was observed (expires on 2/9/19). Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. All rooms are clean and safe. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies with children's names for children's belongings. In school age classroom 1, there are two restrooms one for boys and one for girls. Each restroom has 1 toilet and 1 sink. In school age classroom 2, there is 1 restroom with 2 toilets and 1 sink. All restrooms have soap, paper towels and toilet paper. LPA observed drinking water available for children in the form of filtered bottle water and disposable cups. Cleaning supplies are kept in a high cabinet and out of reach. LPA observed a sufficient quantity of cots available for napping children. There were age appropriate toys and materials in each room. Allergy list is posted in each classroom. Fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were observed to be Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. LPA observed a grass area with age appropriate toys for active play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water (none on premises). There is shade and water available for children. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive each day. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered and only with parent's written permission. The director or assistant director administers medication and documents the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication is brought and taken home by the parent daily or retained in a lock box properly labeled and stored in its original container in the director\342\200\231s office. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the director's office. There is a separate cot with fresh linens available for each ill child. There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen with 2 refrigerators, freezers, microwave, and sink. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Weekly menus are posted on the parent board in the front lobby and in the kitchen. There is a place for allergy lists to be posted in each classroom. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. The chemicals are kept separate from the food, under sink cabinet. Teacher/child ratios were observed. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Fire/earthquake drills are current. Last drill conducted on 2/14/2020. Personal rights of children were discussed. Center Director was reminded to access the Licensing website at ccld.ca.gov to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. 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 Director can visit www.shotsforschool.org for Immunization information. Director was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to review regulations, past quarterly updates and obtain the latest quarterly updates and changes to regulations. For Child Care Advocates information, visit:www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov The licensee was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days . If a serious violation is cited, a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100 per violation will be assessed. Copies of the reports must also be provided to each parent when a serious deficiency, Type A, is cited (LIC9224). 1 Type B deficiency was issued an exit Interview conducted and a copy of the report was read and provided to Director, Sarah Mitchell.