Routine inspection·March 4, 2025

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 9:55 am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mayra Rivera and Isabel Ortega conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with assistant director Tressa Johnson who guided LPAs Rivera and Ortega on a tour of the facility. This is a single license with toddler component, with preschool and school age program that serves children ages 18 months to 12 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area using Brightwheel App. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and one present staff is not fingerprinted cleared. Annual fee is current, and facility has an approved outdoor waiver for toddler, preschool, and school-age playground. LPAs entered classroom Green (preschool). LPAs Rivera and Ortega observed 7 children with staff #2 and staff #3 present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Rivera observed a trash bin with a lid for diapers and one with no lid for trash. LPAs entered classroom Yellow (toddler). LPA Rivera and Ortega observed the classroom currently being used as a storage room. During today’s visit, there is no children currently enrolled under the age of 24 months. LPA Rivera informed once the facility has a toddler under 24 months, the child must be placed in the toddler option component classroom and child/children cannot be transferred to the preschool classroom before the age of 30 months without written permission from the child's authorized representative. LPAs entered classroom Purple (preschool). LPAs Rivera and Ortega observed 9 children with staff #4 present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside bottom cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Rivera did not observe a trash bin with a lid. LPAs entered classroom Blue (preschool). LPA Rivera observed the classroom to be used as a storage room due to low enrollment. LPA Rivera observed the cots to be placed in the blue room. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperature to be at 68 degrees. LPA Rivera tested the carbon monoxide detector in green and purple classroom and heard the sound and are operable. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 2/26/2025. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the blue classroom. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes. During this visit, per assistant director Tressa, stated currently has one child with Albuterol medication and no severe food allergies. LPA observed Albuterol dated 6/24/24 and with no discard after date. LPA Rivera asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Assistant director Tressa stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Assistant director Tressa stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director’s office and children utilize on of the preschool corner stall. There are 3 bathrooms available for school age children: 1 bathroom located in the lounge room, room has 1 toilet and 1 sink; the second bathroom (boys’ bathroom) has 3 toilets, 2 urinals, and 2 sinks. There's 1 bathroom designated for the preschool component, this bathroom has 7 toilets/5 sinks and potty seats for Toddlers who are potty training. LPA informed for toddlers who are still using diapers, a floor mat may be used. LPA Rivera observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 11 toilets and 8 hand washing sinks. LPA informed in order for the toddlers to utilize the preschool bathroom, the facility needs to submit a waiver request to share the restroom. LPAs Rivera and Ortega entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed 1 shed opened and observed toys stored inside. LPA Rivera observed the one octagon play structure to be missing bolts and unstable. LPA Rivera informed the octagon play structure must be removed to prevent an injury. LPA Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with artificial turf and soft padding underneath. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed table umbrellas. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a keypad lock. LPA observed 1 trash bin with a broken lid. LPA Rivera informed Tressa, the trash bin lid needs to be removed to prevent an injury and to remove the propane gas tank. During this visit, the octagon play structure, trash bin and gas tank were removed. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water pitcher and water cups.. This program provides meals and snacks. Meals and snacks are prepared onsite. LPA Rivera informed assistant director that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Rivera observed water pitchers and children personal water bottles. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing not conducted due to building being constructed year 2013. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), and. PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster. LPA Rivera did not observe daily Schedule or menus. LPA Rivera observed sign in/out sheets and observed 31 signatures. LPA Rivera reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files. LPA Rivera observed staff files to be incomplete. LPA Rivera observed staff # 5 Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 9/6/2024. LPA Rivera did not observe assistant director Preventative Health and Safety certification, MMR, step 2 orientation, and missing 3 additional Child Development units. Assistant director was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3. Current Children’s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request. 4. LIC 125 Entrance Checklist provided, and LPA informed that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present at all times onsite and offsite. 6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. LIC 308 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9.Children’s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10.Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza, or influenza declination. 11. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624). Assistant director Tressa 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. 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA Rivera discussed the safe sleep regulations with assistant director Tressa and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed 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 provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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-carecenters/ . Assistant director Tressa 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 . The two type B’s deficiencies listed on the following page were observed by LPA Rivera and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Health and Safety. Two type B deficiencies are being issued today for regulations 1596.8662(b)(1) and 1596.7995 (a)(1). Please see attached LIC 809-D for citations. Due date 4/4/2025. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with assistant director Tressa Johnson.