Routine inspection·July 18, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jennifer Hua conducted an unannounced Required - 1 year inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Director Leticia Alvarado. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted. LPA provided Director with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to facilitate the inspection. Director guided analyst on a tour of the facility at 2:18pm. This is a preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms; Room 1, Room 2, Room 3, and Room 7. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. This facility also has an infant component #198016683 and a school-age component #198019661. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LPA observed the following during this inspection: Room 1: 13 children with 2 staff, Room #2, 13 children with 2 staff, Room #3 11 children with 1 staff. Room #7 is empty. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Indoor drinking water available for children. Per director, children bring their water bottles daily and will be filled as needed. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are sent home weekly to wash. Napping equipment (cots) were observed to be stored in each classroom. 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. . Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per director, there are no poisons stored at the facility. 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. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition. 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. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. 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. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made, review of children\342\200\231s records, files contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. Staff records reviewed Children's roster is store on the computer and is current. This facility uses electronic Sign-In and Sign-Out method Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 07/10/2023. The swimming pool in on the premises of the facility. The pool is surrounded by 3 side brick walls and one side with a rod iron fence that is above 5 feet. The bottom part of the fencing is approximately one inch from a hard surface the vertical bars are approximately 2 and a half inches apart. Fence door swings away from pool and has padlocks on them in order for children to not have access to entering. Per director, the swimming pool is off-limits during hours of operation and it is only for lessons with parental permission and is ran by a different company. Menus are posted for the month where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Per Director, the parents are also provided with a copy of the menu electronically. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Children are provided with breakfast, lunch, and snack at the facility. First Aid supplies were observed in the classrooms in bags or boxes. Medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and parent consent form and are stored in office, in in locked metal box. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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 The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with director, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role. No deficiency cited. LPAs advised director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov .