Pre-licensing visit·January 14, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maddox met with Chad Ottaviano, owner and Jamie Powell, Director today for the purpose of conducting an announced pre-licensing inspection. This inspection is conducted due to a change of ownership. During this inspection, LPA toured 4 classrooms including bathrooms. Owner is requesting licensure of 120 School-age children ages 5 - 12 yrs. This site is located on the grounds of Valencia Valley Elementary school. The days and hours of operation will be Mon - Fri from 6:30a - 6:00p. INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE : \302\267 The child care center was toured and found to be clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors \302\267 Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean (carpet flooring) \302\267 A comfortable temperature for children shall always be maintained. \302\267 Furniture and equipment are maintained in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. There are a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys, and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities. \302\267 Tables and chairs were present to meet the needs of the children. \302\267 Drinking water is readily available - Igloo with disposable cups and children's individual water bottles. \302\267 Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored and inaccessible to children ( Stored in locked cabinet in bathroom #1). \302\267 There are fully stocked first-aid kit(s) in locations accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. \302\267 The isolation area is located in the office for any child who becomes ill during the day. \302\267 LPA observed operable carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors (hard wired), fire extinguishers are located throughout the facility and fully charged. \302\267 The center has a working telephone \302\267 Sign-in and out procedure: electronic Kangarootime OUTDOOR LPA observed a shaded rest area for the children (What type of shade- covered patio and shaded tarp over climbing equipment). Children have safe access to the play yard which is enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. There are no bodies of water present. The play yard was free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard. As a condition of licensure, the areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs falls (Wood chips). Outside Drinking Water - Individual water bottles and water fountains RESTROOMS There are 2 separate bathrooms within the building and additional bathrooms on the play yard. Each bathroom has 1 toilets and 1 sink. All toilets and hand washing facilities were maintained. safe, and sanitary operating condition. Staff bathrooms are also located on the play yard. Applicant has submitted a written verification from the public school administration that will exempt the facility from Licensing square footage requirement. A copy of the footage for the school age component is on file. The fire department has approved clearance for 120 children . Room #1 820/35= 23 Room #2 889/35 = 25 Room #3 490/35 = 14 Room #4 490/35 = 14 SUPERVISION: Applicant shall ensure no child is left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, Supervision shall include visual observation, particularity due to the additional bathrooms that are located on the play yard, children must be escorted to the additional bathrooms. FOOD SERVICES Snack Menu must be posted for parents\342\200\231 review. Center will not serve snacks however, non-perishable food items are available. \302\267 Trashcans, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. \302\267 A refrigerator is available and shall be used to store any medication that requires refrigeration. CHILDREN\342\200\231S RECORDS: Applicant and Director are aware of the required forms for children's files. TRANSPORTATION : Not at this time CRIMINAL RECORD REVIEW Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. Applicant states they are registered through Guardian. NAPPING \302\267 School age children do not nap, however, there is a quiet area available. HEALTH RELATED SERVICES: Medications shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children)locked box available in the office). Applicant has implemented a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LEAD TESTING Lead testing was completed 11/2022. POSTINGS: Applicant was informed of the required forms that shall be posted after licensure including the telephone number of the local health department and information on child passenger restraint systems pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 1596.95(g) and Vehicle Code sections 27360 and 27360.5. LPA viewed parent board during this inspection, all required forms were posted . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication Applicant is reminded of the requirement to report and unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC 624B. Fire Clearance has been received for the requested capacity of 120 children. Needed Prior to Licensure: Updated facility sketch to include additional bathrooms located on the play yard. An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of this report was provided toApplicant, Chad Chad Ottaviano . Final license determination will be made upon review of the Licensing Program Manager.