Incident investigation·October 23, 2024

On 10/23/24, A case management inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Chan and Castro who met with Director, Heidi Shikuma. Upon arrival there were 37 children present and 5 staff. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPAs observed and inspected the school-age play area specifically the Kids Connection play area which is in the upper level of the playground where the monkey bar is. Director stated they will add and refill wood chips in the playground. Director also stated the Kindergarteners and First graders are not allowed on the monkey bars any more. No deficiencies cited during this visit. Exit interview was conducted with Director, Heidi Shikuma. The Notice of Site Visit was posted. Head of School was informed that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100. Appeal Rights was explained. A copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 1/16) was provided and their signatures on this form acknowledge receipt of these rights. The first level appeal is to Regional Manager, address is above on the report. End of Report.