Routine inspection·March 21, 2025

On March 21, 2025 at 1:00 pm Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Office Manager, Shannon Heberger, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a Preschool program that operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 7:30 am \342\200\223 6:00 pm. Per Office Manager, there are 95 children enrolled in the program. LPA observed 62 infants in care along with 9 staff members. The Preschool Center is on the grounds of La Canada Congregational Church. There is also has an infant license (#198021120) that operates on the same grounds. The infant and preschool program do not have shared areas. Each program has their own entrance and on separate floors of the building. At 1:15 pm, Office Manager guided LPA on a tour of facility. Parents enter through side gate of the church which leads them to the front gate of the preschool. This Preschool program consists of 6 classrooms: Pandas: 8 children and 2 staff, Lady Bugs: 13 children and 2 staff, Teddy Bears: 10 children and 2 staff, Kangaroos: 8 children and 2 staff, Busy Bees: 11 children and 1 staff, and Dragons: 12 children and 1 staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Napping equipment was observed in the form of cots in each classroom. Bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Per Office Manager, all bedding for children is taken home every day for washing purposes. There are age-appropriate toys and supplies for children in each classroom and are in good repair. Each child was observed to have their own cubbie to store personal belongings. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Drinking water is available in form of personal water bottles that are also taken outside when needed. The facility provides additional water which is dispensed in each classroom for children in care. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Page 1 of 4 The outdoor playground for children in care was observed and fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. LPA did observe 2 large sand areas. Per Office Manager, the sand areas are raked when needed and observed everyday by the teachers. There is adequate shade in the play yard. At this time, the Main Office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately. There is also a cot available if needed. The facility provides all meals for children in care. LPA reminded the Office Manager, food that is brought from home must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and stored properly or refrigerated. There is a kitchen on site and was observed to be clean, and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be away from the food. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Per Office Manager, there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following documents were posted: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, Daily Schedule and Food Menus. LPA observed a smoke/carbon monoxide detector; however, LPA did not test as children were napping. LPA observed a fully charged 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 12/02/2024. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 11/22/2024. Page 2 of 4 The facility uses an application called Pro Care, where parents sign in and out their child eclectically. The facility also provides a manual sign in and out sheets at the front gate. LPA reviewed Sign in/out sheets and Pro Care app to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed complete. Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation. Staff records were deemed complete. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Page 3 of 4 Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today, March 21, 2025. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility\342\200\231s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to Office Manager, Shannon Heberger. Page 4 of 4