Routine inspection·April 25, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, met with Director, Lisa Hays for an unannounced annual/random inspection. The facility is licensed to serve 41 children ages 2.9 years to 6 years in rooms 1-4, Faith Hall and Grace Chapel. LPA observed all required posted materials including daily activity schedule near the entrance to the classrooms. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Children are present from 8:45AM to 1:30PM. LPA and Director toured the indoor and outdoor areas during today's inspection and observed the following ratios: Room 1: 10 children: 1 staff Room 2: 8 children: 1 staff Rooms 3 and 4: Not in use. Facility was in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Classrooms, children's restrooms, staff restrooms, Faith Hall, Grace Chapel and office area were inspected. Facility has central heating for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility. Disinfectants and cleaning products are stored in locked cabinets. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Children do not nap at the facility. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. First aid kit was observed to be stored inaccessible to the children. LPA observed fire extinguishers and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on 03/04/2025 which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. Continued on Page 2 Drinking water is provided indoors via water pitcher and disposable cups and outdoors through water fountains and individual water bottles. Water lead testing was completed for the facility and no Action Level Exceedances were reported. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Facility does not provide meals or snacks to the children and all food is brought from home. LPA advised Director that all containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. Outdoor playground and play equipment was inspected and observed to be fenced in. LPA observed play equipment is age-appropriate. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with grass or tan bark as resilient material. LPA advised Director to check outdoor equipment for rust and wooden structures for splinters and make sure all equipment and toys are in good condition. Any items that are in disrepair and can pose a hazard should be removed. Director was also advised to check for sufficient tan bark under high climbing structures and refill as needed. Shaded rest area is provided by trees. Sandbox was observed to be covered. There were no bodies of water observed. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Children's roster was reviewed. LPA reviewed four children\342\200\231s files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contained the required forms. One staff file was reviewed and observed to be complete with all required forms including immunization's and current Mandated Reporter training. All staff maintain valid background clearances. At least one staff member on site has a current CPR and First Aid certification. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during off-site activities (field trips). Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Continued on Page 3 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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. Director stated that facility does not handle medications and currently has no children in care who require Incidental Medical Services (IMS). Isolation of sick child was discussed, and Director explained that sick children will be isolated in the director's office and isolation equipment will be provided. A staff restroom which is off limits to other children is used if necessary. Child is always under visual supervision while in care of the facility. 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/ . Facility does not provide transportation to children. 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. As a result of today's inspection, there were no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Lisa Hays. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process .