Routine inspection·September 15, 2023

On September 15, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Office Coordinator, Patricia Fernandez and EC Coordinator, Seidy Ortiz who guided LPA on a tour to gain a census of 27 children and 4 staff members in care. Director, Hytosha Hodges-McDaniels arrived at approximately at 3 pm during the tour. This is a preschool age program licensed for 84 children which operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Per the Office Coordinator there are 78 children enrolled. The following classrooms were inspected, Classroom 1 (young 2-year-olds), Classroom 2 (2-year-olds), Classroom 3 (young 3-year-olds), Classroom 4 (3-year-olds), Classroom 5 (young 4-year-olds), Classroom 6 (4-year-olds), Classroom 7 (TK). Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. 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 toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. The facility provides AM & PM snacks and lunch is provided by food service from the Foothill Country Day School. Drinking water is brought from home and filtered water purifier for refills as needed. LPA observed menus posted in the classroom parent board and are also sent home to parents each week. The kitchen was inspected and was found to be clean and in order. LPA observed that there are smoke detectors that are connected to the elementary school and are tested throughout the year. LPA observed and tested carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom and are operable. LPA observed fire extinguishers in each classroom that were last serviced on October 18, 2022. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted and documented on May 2023. Page 1 of 3 Outdoor playgrounds are named the following: South, North, and East. The 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 or free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are placed on wood chips to cushion or prevent an injury to absorb a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yards with trees and shade cover. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA reminded Director that all parents require to use full signature. Facility uses an app called ProCare and requires a code for each person picking up. LPA reviewed staff records; staff files were complete. LPA observed a current facility roster. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency forms and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid, Mandated Reporting Certificates and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. This facility provides 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/ . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . LPA referred to the PIN 21.21.1 CCP. Page 2 of 3 Director 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. During a conversation with the Director, she stated that there is a swimming pool next door to the preschool, but children do not have access to the pool. It is used by the elementary school that shares the same campus as the preschool program. LPA observed that the pool is surrounded by a metal gate and cement block wall and has a self-swinging locked gate. The deficiency listed on the following page were observed by the LPA and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809-D. The deficiency that is being cited needs to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Hytosha Hodges-McDaniels. Page 3 of 3