Routine inspection·December 2, 2021

On 12/2/2021 at 1:20 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Thelma Razo conducted an unannounced Required – 1 Year inspection. LPA introduced self to Assistant Director (AD) Cheyenne Cawl and stated the purpose of the visit. LPA held this visit due to this center provides services to military families. According to AD Cawl, there is one child of military family enrolled at this time. LPA provided AD Cawl with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 7 preschool classrooms and one toddler classroom. Hours of operation is from Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. LPA was guided to a facility tour by AD Cawl. The following staff were present during this inspection (AD Cawl identified the staff): Room #1 - (3 year old) 12 napping preschool children with Staff #1 Room #2 - (3-4 year old) 15 napping preschool children with Staff #2 Room #3 - (18 months -30 months) 6 napping toddlers with Staff #3 Room #5 - (5 year old) 12 napping preschool children with Staff #4 Room #6 - (4 year old) 12 napping preschool children with Staff #5 Room #7 - (4 year old) 12 napping preschool children with Staff #6 Room #8 - empty Room #9 - (2 year old) 16 napping preschool children with Staff #7 and Staff #8. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair, telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. Per AD Cawl, there were no firearms stored on the premises and no pools or bodies of water. Children have their own cubbies to store their belongings. Page 1 Children bring their own blankets and linens and sent home on Fridays or their last day of the week. Per Ms. Cawl, the isolation area is located in the office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in the classroom. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were inaccessible. AD Cawl states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. Carbon monoxide detector located by the hallway across Room #5 was tested and was working. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. Medication is centrally stored in the kitchen.. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Children were provided with breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. Menu was observed to be posted one week in advance. Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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. The outdoor surface is cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. 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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 Due to time constraint, LPA will return at a later date to complete the inspection. There were no deficiencies cited during today’s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Assistant Director Cheyenne Cawl. Page 2