Routine inspection (3-year)·August 8, 2024

On 08/08/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kruz Long conducted an unannounced Required 3 year inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Thushara DeSilva, Director who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Operating hours are from Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 6:00pm. These classrooms were inspected: Classroom #1:Teacher-child ratio (1 staff and 10 children),, Classroom #2: Teacher-child ratio (1 staff and 11 children), Classroom #3: Teacher-child ratio (2 staff 9 children), Classroom #4: Teacher-child ratio (1 staff 5 children) were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the facility. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 07/16/24. The facility provides lunch and snacks. Kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas is kept clean and free of litter and rubbish. page 1 of 3 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. 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 yards. There is an electronic sign in and out pad using assigned code for each parent/authorized representative that records the time and day of when a child is signed in and out. LPA reviewed Staff and Children records which were complete. SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . 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 LPA advised the Director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . page 2 of 3 Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. LPA did not observe any deficiencies during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to the Director. page 3 of 3