Routine inspection (3-year)·March 6, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Keyona Scott, conducted an unannounced 3 - Year Required Annual inspection to the Child Care Center on 03/06/2025 at 8:38 AM. LPA met with facility representative (S1) at 8:54 AM. LPA toured the inside and outside of the facility. LPA observed proper teacher to children ratios. At approximately 9:02 AM, LPA observed the children during free play. LPA observed the following: sixteen (16) children to four (4) staff in the classroom. Licensee, Ndidi Duruhesie, arrived at approximately, 9:15 AM. At 9:47 AM, LPA observed eighteen (18) children to three (3) teachers in three (3) groups having circle time. All Adults present, working and/or volunteering at the facility have a criminal record clearance or exemption. This is a preschool program that serves children ages two (2) years old to entry into first grade. The preschool center operation hours are Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Facility serves two (2) meals, breakfast and lunch and one (1) afternoon snack. LPA advised Licensee to ensure that any children's food containers and water bottles brought from the child's home are labeled with the child's name and properly stored and/or refrigerated. PHYSICAL PLANT All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The preschool program consists of one (1) classroom. LPA observed the following in the classroom: gated and covered wall heater, cubbies with each child's name, outlet covers over the electrical outlets not in-use, stored napping cots, circle time carpets, table and chair sets, kitchen play set, blocks, puzzles, books and other age-appropriate playthings. The facility was kept clean, neat and orderly. LPA observed the following in the children's restroom located outside the classroom adjacent to the classroom door: two (2) toilets, two (2) sinks and five potty-training chairs. LPA observed all toilets and sinks to be safe, sanitary and functional. PAGE 1 All poisons and hazardous items are stored and inaccessible to children in care. All floors are clean and safe. LPA observed the classroom and all kitchen areas and/or food preparation areas clean and free of litter and other hazardous items. LPA observed trash cans with tight-fitting lids throughout the classroom. Outdoor play area is located at the front of the facility. Outdoor play equipment is in safe condition and is free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is cushioned with artificial grass to absorb a fall, maintained in safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed age-appropriate play structures and equipment in the outdoor play area. Per Licensee, there are no bodies of water on premises; LPA did not observe any bodies of water to include in-ground pools on the facility premises. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors. FACILITY RECORDS There is at least one person present at facility that is trained in Pediatric CPR and First Aid. Per file review, LPA observed completion of Mandated Reporter training certificate in staff's files reviewed. LPA reviewed for the following Personnel Records of four (4) staff files during today's inspection: Staff Qualifications Proof of immunization of measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap) and influenza Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification TB clearance or risk assessment LIC 503 (Health Screening Report) LIC 508 (Criminal Record Statement) LIC 9108 (Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse) Mandated Reporter Training Certificate LIC 9052 (Employee Rights) LPA reviewed for the following Children's Record of six (6) children's files during today's inspection: LIC 613A (Personal Rights) Admission Agreement LIC 700 (Identification and Emergency Information) LIC 701 (Physician's Report) PAGE 2 LPA reviewed for the following Children's Record of six (6) children's files during today's inspection (continued) : LIC 995 (Notification of Parents' Rights) LIC 627 (Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment) Immunization Record FACILITY RECORDS (continued) LPA observed the following posted documents during today's inspection: Facility License Menus PUB 393 - Notification of Parents' Rights LIC 610- Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 613A- Personal Rights LPA advised Licensee to print and post the following required posting document during today's inspection: PUB 269 - Child Passenger Restraint System Poster (LPA observed poster posted prior to ending inspection) LPA reviewed the following documents during today's inspection: Verification of Disaster and Fire Drills: Per review, last fire and disaster drills were conducted on 01/08/2025 and 02/12/2025. Daily Activity Schedule Sign In/Out Sheets through Brightwheel App LIC 9148 - Earthquake Preparedness Checklist LPA identified the following locations during today's inspection: Medication Storage Area for Children Requiring Permissible Medical Services- Per Licensee, there are children currently enrolled that require permissible medical services Functioning Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Alarm(s) and Fire Extinguisher(s) The facility was operating in substantial compliance during today\342\200\231s inspection on 03/06/2025. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies cited. PAGE 3 The following was thoroughly discussed: Licensee 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. LPA referred Licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee 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. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Ndidi Duruhesie. PAGE 4