Routine inspection·February 20, 2025

On 2/20/25, at 8:45am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Chan conducted an unannounced onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Visit. LPA met with Director Brenda Myers and Assistant Director Shawna Sanchez. Assistant Director and LPA toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. There were 74 preschool children including 4 toddlers and 12 staff present. Children were having indoor activities when LPA arrived at the facility. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 6:30am \342\200\223 6:00pm, 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, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. Age-appropriate materials are provided for children in care. The facility provides snacks to children. Children bring lunches from home. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. There is drinking water available to children indoors by sippy cups and sports bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. Water pitcher is also available for drinking. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Page 1 of 3 Children nap on cots and bedding is stored individually and children take it home for washing every Friday. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. The facility conducted an emergency drill on October 17, 2024. Facility met all posting requirement . The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. There is a grassy area and wood chips material at the climbing structure which appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. There is a separate playground for Toddler Option. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by water filling station and sports bottles were available with the child\342\200\231s name on it. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. There are no bodies of water present at the facility, and none was observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. 6 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Health screening and immunizations 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 family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, 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 reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 08/2025. 6 Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed through Brightwheel. 15-minute sleep log for toddlers 24months and under was reviewed. In the areas reviewed and evaluated, the children\342\200\231s files were found to be in compliance. Page 2 of 3 Currently, there are medications in the facility. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Transfer Request (LIC9182). The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov director 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.ccld.ca.gov In the areas evaluated, there are no deficiencies observed in the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of visit. Exit interview was completed with Director Breda Myers. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights was 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 director 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 on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. Page 3 of 3