Facility-requested visit·November 1, 2023

On 11/1/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Pacheco conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection and met with Director, Payia Chambers. LPA explained the reason for the inspection and a tour of the center was conducted both inside and outside. The licensee is requesting an increase of capacity from 62 to 80 preschool children by adding the Giraffe\342\200\231s classroom. This program currently operates year round from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM and currently utilizes five classrooms: Teddy Bear, Llama, Lady Bug, Sunshine and Bumble Bee. Facility provides breakfast, lunch and snacks. Food is prepared on-site. Ill children and staff will utilize the staff bathroom. Ill children will be isolated in the director\342\200\231s office until picked up by their parent or legal guardian. Cleaning supplies are kept in inaccessible areas in all classrooms. All classrooms appeared to be clean and free of toxins. LPA observed that the furniture and equipment in the classrooms appeared to be safe and in good condition. LPA observed that the center has a working carbon monoxide detector installed. LPA observed that there are plenty of tables, chairs, cubbies, sleeping cots/mats. Classroom items and toys appeared to be age appropriate. Room measurements in all classrooms were taken and reviewed with Director. The total inside preschool area measured to an approximate 5,449 square feet which will accommodate the requested capacity of 80 preschool children. There is a total of 6 toilets, and 16 sinks/hand washing fixtures which will accommodate 80 preschool children. Facility utilizes drinking fountains in each classroom and in the outside activity area to provide water during indoor and outdoor activities. The outside square footage measured to an approximate 16,123 square feet which will accommodate the requested capacity of 80 preschool children. Outside toys and equipment appeared to be age appropriate. This facility also has an infant and school age component. Preschool age children and school age children utilize the same outdoor space at separate times. Adequate shade is available in the outdoor activity area. Licensee is utilizing mature trees for shade. Facility is utilizing wood chips to provide adequate cushioning for high climbing equipment. LPA reminded Director to make sure they have visual supervision of children at all times. A fire clearance for 80 preschool children was received and granted by the Atwater Fire Department on 9/15/23. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C The following item must be completed prior to issuing a license for 80 preschool children. Inside Daycare: 1) Anchor cubbies in the Giraffe\342\200\231s classroom. 2) Install door chimes on the doors in the Giraffe\342\200\231s classroom that lead to the outside. 3) Cap exposed toilet bolts in Bumble Bee\342\200\231s classroom. Pending a final file review and completion of the above items, a recommendation will be made to license the above facility for a capacity of 80 preschool children. The following documents are to be posted at the facility: * PUB 269- Child passenger restraint systems poster 101225(f) Transportation * Pub 393- Notification of Parents Rights 101218.1(c) Admission Procedures * License 101160(a) License * Menus 101227(a)(6) Food Services * LIC 613A- Personal Rights form 101223(b)(2) Personal Rights * LIC 610- Disaster Plan 101174(a) * LIC 9148- Earthquake Preparedness Checklist 101174(b) * Activity Schedule Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed and facility is not providing IMS. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) 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/ . CONTINUED ON LIC809-C 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-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Payia Chambers. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. To order forms, etc. visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov