Pre-licensing visit·August 21, 2024

On 8/21/2024 at 9:44 A.M., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an announced visit to Ecole Claire Fontaine Preschool for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing (change of ownership) inspection. LPA met with Gwendoline Pere-LaHaille (applicant) who provided a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a preschool license with a capacity of 24 children, ages 2 years \342\200\223 until entry into first grade. The school is a single story, 3 classroom building located at 226 Westminister Ave. Venice, CA. 90291. operation day and hour will be Monday - Friday;8:30 A.M - 6:00 P.M. There is an approved fire clearance on file conducted by Inspector Sivaborvorn of the Los Angeles City Fire Department. The following was observed of the: INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger, last serviced 6/16/2024. Carbon monoxide detector were observed in operable condition. First aid kits were available with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, ointments, and thermometer. Age-appropriate furniture and equipment was observed in good repair. Mats were observed for napping in good repair. Applicant was advised that there should be one color side to be determined as the floor side. B ackpack hooks were observed for children\342\200\231s belongings. Drinking water will be provided through filtered water system. The school has a previously approved lead testing certificate on file that expires in 2028, applicant was advised, prior to the 180 day requirement a request shall be made to use the current certificate until its expiration. LPA discussed the use of identifiable or personal drinking receptacles to prevent the spread of germs, currently the school uses identical, non-disposable water cups for drinking. The facility has a heating and cooling system. No fireplaces or open face heaters were observed during todays inspection. No guns or weapons were observed during todays, per the applicant there are no guns or weapons, and there will not be any on the premises. Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects, or debris. Adequate lighting was observed. The classrooms were clean in good repair. Trash cans used for solid waste were observed with tight fitting lids. ********THIS REPORT WAS AMENDED TO CORRECT THE INDOOR MEASUREMENTS********* Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children in care. Applicant was advised that there shall be a lock on the storage cabinet containing these items. Ill Children will be isolated in a separate area from other children and will use the same restroom as other children, applicant was advised that these areas shall be sanitized after each use. The facility was equipped with working telephones . Parents and authorized adults will sign children in and out, using their original signatures. The required postings were posted in a prominent area for viewing. Applicant was informed that each child care center license number shall be revealed in all advertisements in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.861. Measurements for the indoor activity space were 845.04 square feet, which will accommodate the applicant\342\200\231s request. FOOD SERVICE: Meals will be provided by the center. Weekly menus were posted for review. LPA observed a full kitchen, with a sink, storage for foods and a refrigerator applicant shall add a thermometer for temperature monitoring. Foods and toxins or chemicals were stored separately, and LPA did not observe any expired or contaminated foods during todays inspection. LPA advised the applicant that as a safety precaution, they may consider a self latching gate, as the kitchen is located in a classroom area. Center has devised an Incidental Medical Service (IMS) plan to provide to parents of children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), and children needing G-tube feeding. IMS was discussed with the applicant. RESTROOMS THERE WERE: 2 sinks and 2 toilets available for children use. Staff restroom is located in the restroom dedicated to the children and not counted in today's totals. During todays inspection the hot water was monitored at 80 degrees (c), the applicant turned the hot water off during the inspection. The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE Age-appropriate toys and equipment were observed in fair condition. The play yard was enclosed with a four foot or higher gate. Artificial grass was observed in fair condition under climbing one swing set, the applicant was informed that there shall be cushioning place under the swing on the upper deck as well. LPA informed the applicant that the sandbox shall maintained and covered daily. Water was readily available for an outdoor water source LPA observed sail shades, a covered patio and trees for shade and benches for resting. LPA strongly recommends that some sort of cushioning be added to the steps leading from the classroom to the upper deck/patio. No hazardous conditions or equipment was observed during today\342\200\231s visit. At the request of the applicant during todays inspection, two small path areas on the side and in the rear of the building, leading to the outdoor activity area be evaluated for outdoor activity space, based on the LPA's evaluation of this area it was determined that this area will not be included for outdoor activity space due to safety and supervision concerns. Applicant was advised that continued use of this area shall be at here discretion ********THIS REPORT WAS AMENDED TO CORRECT THE RECOMMENDED CAPACITY************** Measurements for the combined outdoor activity area were 19749.70 which will accommodate the requested capacity. Based on today\342\200\231s inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of 24 preschool children determined by the measurements of the indoor activity space THE FOLLOWING WAS ALSO DISCUSSED DURING TODAY INSPECTION 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 Applicant 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. 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). Child Care Center Testing deadline has not passed. LPA referred applicant to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. This facility has devised an Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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/ . Applicant 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. LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC. 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report was discussed and provided to applicant Gwendoline Pere-LaHaille