Routine inspection·August 3, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jennifer Hua conducted an unannounced Required - 1 year inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with assistant director, Mayra Mondragon. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entry to the facility. LPA provided Assistant Director with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program. Business hours are from Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Director arrived during visit. LPA was guided to a facility tour by assistant director at 11:02am. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. There are 5 classrooms for the preschool program: Classroom- 2s - 14 children with 2 staff. Classroom - PS 3s - 12 children with 1 staff Pre-K -6 children with 1 staff Jr. Pre-K - 10 children with 1 staff Pre-K 2 - Not in use The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Children's roster was reviewed and is being completed/updated. Sign-In and Sign-Out on sign in sheet or on an APP. Authorized representative are provided a PIN. Information can be printed. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Storage children belongings and napping equipment/cribs was inspected and meet all regulatory requirements. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. The children have their own bottle in their cubby or gallon with cup also available. Age appropriate sinks/toilet were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, area safety and sanitation. Toys observed to be clean. The following were observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair, telephone service (land line in the office), 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 Director, there were no firearms stored on the premises and no pools or bodies of water. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Mats are stacked. Sheets/Blankets are sent home to be wash every Friday. Per Director, the isolation area is 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. First Aid supplies were on top shelves in every classroom. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were inaccessible. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were observed in the hallway/classrooms. 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. 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. Facility provides breakfast/morning snack, lunch and afternoon snacks. Menu was observed to be posted for the month. 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 wood chips that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Per director, outdoor drinking water will be brought when children are outside. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection . The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. Drills were conducted in June and July 2023 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 . Per director no medications are administered at the facility at this time To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/tion-process . Deficiencies cited on attached 809D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Ana Granados