Routine inspection·May 28, 2025

On 5/28/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K.Navar conducted a required annual inspection assisted by Program Lead Christina, Orellana. Upon arrival, the total census was 0 school age children and 3 staff members and 1 sub. The Program Lead stated that children will be getting out of school soon and will be coming around 1:15PM. LPA and Program Lead toured the facility and at about 1:15PM 28 school age children arrived at the facility. The facility was operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staff to child ratios. Facility hours are 7:00AM TO 6:00PM, Monday through Friday. An on-site Facility Personnel Report Summary review showed that all facility staff or other individuals who require background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Program Lead stated that when children arrive at facility, staff will check children in at the door using a check in list that documents time and date and then a staff member will document it into the Hubbe App. Parents/Guardians/Staff are given a pin number that when inputted will record the date, time of day, and full legal name of the person who is checking in the child. The LPA inspected the indoor areas and areas accessible to children at the time of the visit. The facility was equipped with a working carbon monoxide and smoke detector, working telephone service, and at least one fire extinguisher that meets statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. A record review shows that the last drill was documented on May 2, 2025. The director stated that there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility; none were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items that could pose a danger if readily available were inaccessible to children in care . No poisons or other items that could pose a danger to children were observed during the inspection. The facility provides age-appropriate toys, play equipment, and materials for the children served.Cont. to page 2. Page 2 Facility provides breakfast and snacks during the traditional school year. During summer months and breaks from school, facility provides breakfast and afternoon snack. Children bring lunches from home. At the time of inspection, food prep areas were clean and sanitary, and food was properly stored. Drinking water is available to children in care by the means of a water jug. Program Lead stated that children bring water bottles labeled with their names that can be refilled and that the facility provides extra disposable cups for children if needed. The LPA observed that the facility\342\200\231s floors, equipment, furniture, and clients\342\200\231 bathrooms were clean, in good repair, and free of sharp edges. The facility meets all posting requirements. The LPA inspected the outdoor areas. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height and is in good repair. At the time of inspection, the surface of the outdoor activity area was maintained and free of any observable hazards. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and other similar equipment were cushioned with rubber material that absorbs falls. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. Program Lead stated that there are no bodies of water present at the facility. Drinking water is available by the means of a water jug and that children can refill their water bottles with their names or use extra cups that school provides if needed. The inspected outdoor facility grounds are safe, sanitary and in good repair. PERSONNEL RECORDS. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for 3 staff members and 1 substitute files were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training and to renew the training every two years. 3 Staff files and 1 substitute files were reviewed and in compliance. At least one staff member present has a current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification that expires 1/24/2026. CHILDREN\342\200\231S RECORDS. 5 children's records were reviewed for compliance. Each child has a separate, complete, and current record. Transportation is not offered to children. Continue to page 3. Page 3 This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA and Program Lead reviewed storage of \342\200\234 medication. 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 publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . The Program Lead was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov Center Manager may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian I nformation 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 Center Manager was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan 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 LEAD TESTING: 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 childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified an email from Catalyst Kids Sr. Vendor and Facilities Manager (S5) stating that the portable building 40x48 brand new just purchased, delivered, and installed September 2016. Continue to page 4. Page 4 CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE: The Program Lead understands that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to the initial presence in a licensed childcare facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a citation of a deficiency and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code. 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. Exit interview completed with Program Lead Christina, Orellana. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the director. 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/process . End of Report.