Routine inspection (3-year)·March 15, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 03/15/2924. LPA arrived at the facility at 09:00AM, identified self and met with Dana Carter, Principal who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPAs provided Principal with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 1 classroom; Room 11. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There were 15 children and 2 staff present when LPAs arrived. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Criminal record clearance was not reviewed. However, per condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District, all individual\342\200\231s present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children in Room 11 store their belongings in a closet using a hanging system. LPA did not observe children's belonging touching. Mats and linens are provided for each child enrolled. Linens are washed weekly by a laundry service company contracted by the school district. LPAs observed napping equipment stored in a closet away from children\342\200\231s activities. ---Page 1 of 5 Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restrooms. Room 11 also has an additional sink for handwashing. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was not observed in the classroom. Per principal, children bring their own water bottle daily. Drinking water is only available outdoors. At 9:23AM, LPA observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be accessible to children. LPA observed Two bottles of Colorox Bleach Germicidal Cleaner, Comet Cleaner with Bleach accessible to children in a lower level unlocked cabinet under the hand washing sink. LPA also observed hand sanitizer and 2 Clorox Disinfectant Wipes containers placed on a low level shelf where children play materials are stored accessible to children. LPA did not observed a carbon monoxide detector in the facility. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. LPA observed trash can used for solid waste with a broken lid in outdoor play area. (photo taken) Outdoor playground equipment was not in a safe condition. LPA observed a dilapidated wooden playhouse in outdoor play area- dry brittle wood, cracked wood inside of playhouse. (photo taken) The surface of the outdoor activity space is not maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed outdoor playground with dry tree leaves both outside and inside the children's play houses and piled up in the corner of the outdoor play yard. (photos taken) --Page 2 of 5 There is adequate shade in the play yard provided by trees in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All indoor floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Per Principal, are no firearms stored on the premises. LPA did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. 2 of 5 child files reviewed are missing LIC701 Physician Report's. 1 of 5 child files reviewed are missing LIC700 Identification and Emergency Information/LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. 9 of 15 children present were signed in. 3 of 3 Personnel Records were not available for licensing agency to review. (Principal, Teacher and Aide) Staff present did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did not have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. LPA was not able to verify if there is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. ---Page 3 of 5 Menus were not observed posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Per Principal Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides breakfast and lunch to children. Food is prepared in the main elementary cafeteria. Per principal, children eat lunch in the main elementary eating area. LPA did not observe a waiver on file regarding the use of the elementary common eating area. The Department does not have written statement detailing the use of the common lunch eating area and how commingling with other children will be prevented. Disaster drill logs was available, last earthquake drill was conducted on 02/26/2024. Last fire drill was conducted on 02/26/2024. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom inside emergency backpack. First Aid supplies are also available in the nurse's office. According to Principal, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the nurse\342\200\231s office. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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/. 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 . ---Page 4 of 5 Principal 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. The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Dana Carter, Principal. ---Page 5 of 5