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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst Jeanette Estrada conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. LPA met with Site Supervisor Jessica Osorio who provided a tour of the facility. There were children and two teachers present during the inspection. This is a preschool program which operates in one classroom. This program provides care to children 3 to 5 years old and operates 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. All areas available to children were inspected. LPAs observed all documents required to be posted in the facility. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in the classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. The facility has central air and heating. Lighting was observed to be in operable condition. Children have access to cubbies in the classroom to store their belongings. The floors of the classroom was observed to be clean and free of hazards. Appropriate napping equipment is provided by the facility. Per Site Supervisor sheets are also provided by the facility and children have the option of bringing a personal blanket. The classroom has two restrooms inside with two toilets and two sinks in each and there is an additional hand washing sink outside the restrooms. General sanitation was observed in both restrooms. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in the classrooms via a filtered water dispenser and water bottles. The facility tested for lead in drinking water on 11/5/22. There was a lead exceedance in one water source reported. The facility has since removed the water source from the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are stored in the food prep area in a locked cabinet under the sink. Medications are stored in the classroom's emergency backpack. Per Site Supervisor, the facility administers prescription medication only. There is one child enrolled who requires medication. Per Site Supervisor, all staff are trained in how to administer the medication if needed. Page 2 Per Site Supervisor, there are no poisons stored at the facility. LPA observed an operable carbon monoxide detector in the facility. The facility is equipped with a centralized fire alarm system throughout the school. The fire extinguisher had a service tag dated 10/2024. Per Site Supervisor there are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. LPA observed a sign in/sign out sheet available in the classroom. The last documented emergency drill was conducted in 7/22/25. This program provides breakfast, lunch and snack to children in care. Menus are posted a week ahead in the classroom where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus are also provided to parents. Per Site Supervisor, children with allergies are provided alternatives. LPA observed the confidential allergy list accessible to staff in the facility. Meals are delivered to the facility. The outdoor playground area was evaluated. All areas around or under high climbing equipment and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA observed toys and materials in good condition for children in care. Children's water bottles are taken outside during outdoor play. The outdoor playground is fully enclosed. Parents enter through the yard to access the classroom. LPA discussed importance of keeping outside door supervised while children are outside and/or while parents are walking in/out of the facility. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness and contained all required documents. Staff records were reviewed and contained all required documents. LPA verified that all staff present have a current pediatric first aid/cpr certificate and all staff have a valid mandated reporter certificate. LPA discussed the importance of supervision and reporting requirements with Site Supervisor during this inspection. Facility Representative 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. 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). Page 3 LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . 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/ . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. No citations were issued during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given to Facility Representative and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Supervisor Jessica Osorio.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the August 21, 2025 inspection of ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA?

This was a inspection inspection of ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA on August 21, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA on August 21, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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