Routine inspection·December 16, 2024

On 12/16/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), A. Castro conducted an on site visit for the purpose of a 1 year required inspection. LPA and Harmon, Michelle "Shelly" toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Upon arrival, LPA Castro was given a tour of the preschool classrooms and the following census was taken. Facility is operation within it's license and capacity. A1-4: 13 Children - 3 Teachers / A1-3: 12 Children - 2 Teachers / A1-2: 14 Children 2 Staff A1-1: 13 Children - 2 Teachers / B1-2: 12 Children 2 Teachers / B1-4: 16 children 2 Teachers / B1-3: 14 Children 2 Teachers / B1-1: 12 children 2 Teachers The LPA and director toured the facility inside. The facility sketch (LIC 999) was verified. Areas stated to be off-limits by the facility sketch were made off-limits by means of closed doors and closed gates. Facility License, Menus, LIC 613A Personal Rights, PUB 269, PUB 393 Notification of Parent Rights, and LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan. Documents were posted by the front office wall towards the playground and visible to the public. The last Fire Drill was conducted on October 17th, 2024. The daily activity schedule was posted inside the classrooms with the menu. The facility is using paper logs to sign in and out. The director stated that the menu is also sent to parents and is updated as needed if food items change. Page One Classrooms 8 of 8 were toured with the director. Classrooms 8 of 8 were inspected and the activity space, and items that could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. The tables and chairs were observed to be scaled to the size of the children in the classrooms. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age-appropriate. The facility provided a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys, and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Cots used for napping were observed to be maintained in a safe condition. The facility was reminded that napping equipment shall be arranged so that each child has access to a walkway without having to walk on or over the cots or mats of other children. Bedding shall not be shared by different children without first laundering the bedding. Bedding shall be individually stored so that each child's bedding is identifiable and no child's used bedding comes into contact with other bedding. Children bring their own water bottles from home and the school has refill stations at the facility, various outdoor playing areas. The facility provides meals and was reminded that in childcare centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: (1) All food shall be safe and of the quality and quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the number of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner . The LPA observed medication being stored in the main office, near directors' desks. Medication is typically stored in nurse's office, but medication has been temporarily relocated due to construction work on campus. The LPA reviewed the record of current medications, including the name of the prescribing physician, and instructions for currently enrolled students in the facility. LPA reminded assistant director that some of the prescription medications will expire within the next 1-6 months. Page 2 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) - Child Care Centers This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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 the publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . A functioning carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm were tested by the director during today\342\200\231s visit at 11:00 am and observed to be functioning. A fire extinguisher was observed in to be marked in full. The surface of the outdoor activity space was observed to be maintained in a safe condition for activities. The surface of the outdoor activity space was observed to be free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass, and other debris. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and were free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility\342\200\231s outdoor grounds are safe, sanitary, and in good repair. LPA observed a sand area, a bike path area. a climbing structure with shade and other child size furniture for children. The play structure has wood chips and director stated that their is cushion on the fall zones. The fall zones are tested yearly stated by the director. 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. The 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. Page 3 Children\342\200\231s Records Reviewed: The LPA requested a complete children\342\200\231s records of children enrolled in the program. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. The LPA reviewed files to verify the following documents Immunization Records, LIC 700 Identification, Emergency Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. The children\342\200\231s records are complete currently. A consultation was provided. The director was informed of the www.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. 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. Lead testing was conducted on 04/17/2023 - within compliance. The facility met the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 Division 12 during the inspection and no deficiencies were observed during today's visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director Harmon, Michelle Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First-level appeals should be sent to the regional manager at the address listed above. The Notice of Site Visit was posted and discussed as required by H&S Code Sec. 1596.817. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 End of Report