Incident investigation·October 18, 2024

On 10/18/2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Miguel Herrera and Julio Rodriguez conduct an unannounced Case Management Inspection. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Martha Bravo. LPAs toured the facility, and a census was taken. The purpose of today's inspection was regarding an Unusual Incident that was reported to the Fresno Childcare Regional Office on 09/16/2024 by the facility. The incident reported was pertaining to children's personal rights. During today\342\200\231s visit LPAs interviewed staff and attempted an interview with the party involved in the incident. LPAs also obtained and reviewed facility records pertinent to the incident. During the facility tour LPAs conducted facility observations including the outdoor play area. LPAs observed that the children involved in the alleged incident continue to attend the facility. The facility practices proper supervision of children inside and outside the classroom. The facility practices zoning in the out door space to ensure children are always supervised and that there is a direct view of each zone in the out door space. Furthermore, it was an isolated incident and staff took appropriate measures to address the alleged incident, following appropriate policies, regulations, and reporting requirements. The facility also has proper measures in place regarding children distinguishing good touches from bad touches, as well as keeping their hands to themselves. Teacher/child ratios are maintained, and adequate supervision is being provided during this visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Martha Bravo and appeal rights were provided. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.