Routine inspection·July 2, 2025

On 07/02/2025 at 9:10 AM, Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Thuy Ho and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Susan Deschampe conducted an on site inspection for the purpose of an Unannounced Annual Random visit. LPA, LPM, and Director, Marge Menashe toured the facility inside and outside, the floor and yard plan were verified. Census observed was 8 children, 1 teacher, and 1 teacher aide. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Summer facility hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Regular facility hours are 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents and cleaning compounds) were observed to be stored and out of reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous items kept on the premises are inaccessible to children and stored in locked cabinets. Snacks are prepared on site. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and observed to be in good repair, free of sharp edges, and age appropriate. Children have access to drinking water via personal labeled water bottles brought from home and water from the kitchen sink. The children's and staff bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on mats which are properly stored. Children's personal items are brought from home weekly and, stored individually, and in a labeled compartment. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months (most recent, 04/29/2025) and a safety drill (most recent, 04/04/2025). The Continued on page 2 facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. The facility maintains an indoor temperature within regulation. First Aid Kit was complete and stored in each classroom and in the office, staff are aware of the storage locations. Facility met all posting requirements , including the California Child Passenger Safety Law, posted by the sign in/out table at the side of the church entrance. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playgrounds were enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material around the climbing equipment, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by a water dispenser. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. Facility is a smoke free and firearm free zone. Staff files, including the director file were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection. On this date, 3 of 3 staff files were reviewed and were found to be in compliance. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporter training, and to renew the training every two years (expires 2026). At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications (expires 01/2027). A random sample of 4 children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed, 4 out of 4 children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. 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 Continued on page 3 $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. The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from www.ccld.ca.gov and select Receive Important Updates link. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The director was informed and website given for the California Child Care Disaster Plan and has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained to the licensee. 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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the director shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed by Enthalpy Analytical on 11/15/2022 in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. The 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. Continued on page 4 In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with the director, Marge Menashe. The report was reviewed and discussed. The director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 ) 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. The licensee was informed that the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted in the glass case, next to the sign in/out table, on the side entrance of the church. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. End of Report