Routine inspection·July 28, 2021

At 12:10 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alanna Gontarek conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA met with, Debbie Lajoie, Office Manager, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Director, Julia York, arrived at 12:40 p.m. and continued to give tour of facility to LPA. This is a Preschool program which consists of 8 classrooms; ages 2 years to entry to 1st grade. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. There is a half-day program that operates from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. LPA observed staff and children wearing face masks. Census was taken. There were 43 children and 5 staff. The licensee is in the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff were present during this inspection: 2 Year Old Room- 0 Staff and 0 children (Half-day staff and children); Older 3 Year Old Room: 17 children and 2 staff; Jr. Kindergarten Room #1 with 18 children and 2 staff; and the Younger 3 Year Old Room with 8 children and 1 staff. The following was observed during the tour of facility: PHYSICAL PLANT Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication, and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Per Director, medications are stored in the office. LPA observed all medications to be current. Per Director, facility has no firearms at this time. Director states that there are poisons on the premises, located in a key locked garage. Cleaning compounds are stored on a high shelf in each room. LPA observed cleaning compounds in the upper cabinet in the 4 Year Old classroom as well. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA inspected toilets and hand washing facilities. At 1:02 PM, LPA observed a broken facet handle in the 3 Year Old Classroom. At 1:07 PM, LPA observed one faucet to be non-operational. Pictures were taken. LPA observed a below ground pool on the premises. The pool is fenced, and fencing meets Title 22 regulations. The facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector, meeting standards. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers Page 2 that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available indoors via water jugs and disposable cups. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents. At 1:10 p.m., in Kitchen cabinet, LPA observed pretzels and Cheez-Its removed from their original packaging with no labeled expiration dates on Zip-lock bags. At 1:13 p.m., LPA inspected facility refrigerator, where snacks were being stored, and observed 2 bags of frozen waffles to not be sealed properly, and were removed from original packaging and did not have labeled expiration dates on packaging. Pictures were captured. LPA advised to discard the open contaminated and/or spoiled food items immediately. Food items were discarded immediately. Outdoor 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 and is free of hazards. LPA observed swings, climbing equipment, and slides in outdoor playground. There is adequate shade in the play yard. The facility shall ensure that each child is never left unattended , and is under the direct visual supervision of a staff person at all times. FACILITY RECORDS 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 name of the child care center Owner/Director, Facility Administrator, and two fully qualified teachers are designated to act in the director's absence, and is on file. Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present are on file and were reviewed. In 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. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign In and Sign Out sheets were reviewed and children present were signed in. Per Director, school uses the Brightwheel application to sign in and out children, and children's authorized representatives use a barcode to sign children in and out and to communicate with parents. LPA observed name of person signing in/out the child, along with the date, full signature of child's authorized representative, and is time stamped. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. The facility provides AM and PM snack, and alternatives, and additional, snacks are available as well. Snack menus are posted a month in advance and is visible by the child's authorized representative. Per Owner/Director, menus are sent out to the parents via Brightwheel application. Page 3 LPA observed each child\342\200\231s file to contain a medical assessment. LPA observed all personnel to be in good health, and are physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. LPA advised Director that personnel posing a threat to the health and safety of children shall be relieved of their duties. Disaster drill log was available, last fire and earthquake drill was conducted on 7/07/2021. LPA observed most current on-the-job training regarding housekeeping and sanitation principles dated 3/16/2020. LPA observed staff to have current Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207). LPA observed staff immunization records. All staff have been immunized against: Influenza, Measles, and Pertussis. Medication: 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 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . The following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Exit interview was conducted with Director, Julia York. A copy of this report (LIC 809), Appeal Rights and Procedures, and the Notice of Site Visit were explained and provided. 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