Follow-up·November 5, 2024

On 11/05/2024 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry and Joshua Ortega conducted an unannounced case management inspection. The purpose of this inspection was to review staff and children's records which were not available during prior Inspection on 9/16/24. Upon arrival at 10:00am LPAs met with Vanessa Rivas Facility Representative. LPAs explained the purpose of inspection and were guided on a tour of facility. LPAs observed 8 children and 2 staff in classroom. All adults have cleared background clearances. This facility is located in one classroom on the campus of church and private school. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:30AM to 4:00PM. This program has been granted a waiver as the private school kindergarten program and the preschool program share the same outdoor play space. LPA observed wavier posted next to the state issued license. During this inspection LPA Mooberry reviewed 3 staff and 5 children's files. All found to be complete. LPAs inspected the playground and equipment, wooden benches with chipping paint and splintering wood have been removed. LPAs observed there is filtered drinking water in the classroom. There are no drinking outlets in the areas accessible to children in care. Meals are provided by outside vendor. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information and provided PIN 21-21-CCP. No deficiencies are cited during this inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Vanessa Rivas.