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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

GREAT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL, INC.License 1974156441 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/22/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Martinez arrived at Great Beginnings Preschool, Inc., for the purpose of citing for deficiencies observed during the visit on 11/03/2022. LPA also wore a face mask throughout the duration of the visit. LPA met Director Martina Beltran and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA observed 36 children at the time of this inspection. During the investigation, interviews with staff revealed that Staff #1 was hired as a Pre-K teacher however is sometimes left alone with children when Staff #2 have to step out of the classroom to use the restroom. Administrator stated that Staff #1 did not have ECE units. LPA requested and reviewed staff records and observed that Staff #1 did not have the required ECE units. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D. Licensee was reminded that an aide who is 18 years of age or older, and who meets the requirements of Section 101216.2 and Section 101216, may escort and/or assist children in going to the bathroom, and may supervise napping children as specified in Section 101230(c)(1), without being under the direct supervision of a teacher. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the Appeal Rights and Notice of Site Visit were provided to Director Martina Beltran.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 101238(g)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Buildings and Grounds. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: On 10/12/2022, LPA observed Clorox bleach bottles easily accessible to day care children which were stored under the kitchen sink cabinet. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • 101216.2(e)(1)Type B

    An aide who is 18 years of age or older, and who meets the requirements of this section and Section 101216, may escort and/or assist children in going to the bathroom, and may supervise napping children as specified in Section 101230(c)(1), without being under the direct supervision of a teacher. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Interviews with staff revealed that Staff #1 was hired as a Pre-K teacher however is sometimes left alone with children when Staff #2 must step out of the classroom to use the restroom. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the November 22, 2022 inspection of GREAT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL, INC.?

This was a other inspection of GREAT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL, INC. on November 22, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GREAT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL, INC. on November 22, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Buildings and Grounds. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily av..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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