Pre-licensing visit·September 15, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ms. Ketki Desai conducted an announced on site pre-licensing inspection at the childcare center. It is a Change of Ownership. Facility was given an Emergency Approval to Operate which is valid up to September 29th 2021. LPA met with Facility Administrator Dr. Magliarditi Alexandria , who gave a tour of the Child Care Center. The applicant has requested to provide care and supervision for 120 Preschool age children (2- 6 years Monday through Friday 7.30 am. to 5.30 PM. in the assigned four classrooms in building B. Due to COVID 19, LPA observed staff wearing face mask, social distancing and following CDC and Dept of Public Health Guidelines. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility has an Elementary school on the same premises, which is held in Building A and is separate with it's own entrance. Director's office is opposite the main door and to gain access into the facility there is a door bell, upon ringing staff is available to open the door. Due to current pandemic situation, Parents are encouraged to follow CDC and COVID requirements, children are dropped off and picked up at the curb end (side entrance of the facility) upon entrance of the car into the building area, staff checks the temperature of the child, a visual check in done, parents sign off the children manually before the child is handed over to the teacher, who walks the child into the classroom. Hand washing activity is completed before the child engages in other classroom activities. Initially before COVID, children were received in the front area ( across the DIrector's office) and children would enter through the designated classroom but now as they are dropped out at the curb end. Lobby area has a signing station with Facility posters and Parent communication board. Director office across the main door and adjoining to it, is the kitchen area designated Staff room and the adult restroom. (Page-1) Medication will be stored in Kitchen area in a cabinet and shall be administered by the teacher or the Facility in charge, emergency First Aid kits are stored in the classrooms and are hung on the wall for immediate access. Medication administration forms were reviewed. Isolation area is the Director\342\200\231s office and the sick child shall use the adult restroom located in the Staff rest area, there is an additional mat and linens for the sick child. The following were inspected in the indoor activity space: \302\267 Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment \302\267 Drinking water is available inside through personal water bottles including water pitchers in each rooms \302\267 Sign in/Sign out procedure was reviewed and meets regulation requirements (Manual sign in and out) \302\267 There is a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher that meet statutory requirements. \302\267 Cubbies available for storage of individual child\342\200\231s personal belongings and/or bedding \302\267 Napping equipment: Mats are used and are stored at the end of the classroom, napping linens and blankets are provided by parents and are taken home daily for the washes \302\267 Facility shall provide Two snacks and a late evening snack, Lunch is provided by the parents. Kitchen was observed to clean, free of insects or pests. There one refrigerator and one freezer, where snacks are stored. Each classroom has its own sinks and toilets and they are also accessed while the children are in the yard. LPA discussed the posting requirements including, but limited to, the following: \302\267 Facility License in public area (101160) \302\267 Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) / Earthquake Preparedness Check List (LIC 9148) \302\267 Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster (PUB 393) / Personal Rights (LIC 613A) \302\267 Menus / Activity Schedule \302\267 Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) and Type A deficiencies / Plan of Corrections of Type A deficiencies \302\267 Granted Waivers (available for review) \302\267 Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269) and COVID Posters (Page-2) Water Analysis has been completed by the facility and the report is on file. LPA discussed with the applicant that all employees must have criminal record clearances associated to the facility prior to their presence in the facility, staff to child ratio requirements, direct visual supervision requirements, emergency/disaster drills, children records, mandated reporter training, and staff immunization requirements against measles, pertussis, and influenza. Applicant was advised the children's bedding must be stored individually and may not touch another children's bedding. The applicant was given a pamphlet on Lead Exposure and was discussed with provider. Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org . The Chaptered Legislation for AB 2084 (Nutritious Beverages) is available to view on the website at: http://ccld.ca.gov/res/pdf/12APX-11.pdf Applicant was informed of Mandated Reporter Training for self and all assistants. Department web site form was given to down load forms, Title 22 regulations, and training's on-line at www.ccld.ca.gov . The applicant was also informed to visit the website for Quarterly Updates. The applicant was advised on how to receive notifications for quarterly updates and provided with Child Care Advocate contact information: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . or at www.ccld.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian . Facility Director has access to the new system. 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 applicant/facility representative 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 (Page-5) Incidental Medical Services : This facility plans to provide the services. IMS plan was submitted and LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 The facility was following Title 22 requirements at the time of the inspection. Based on today\342\200\231s Indoor and Outdoor measurements, sink and toilet availability, this center has enough activity space to support the capacity of 120 Preschool children, ages 2-6 years old, Monday to Friday from 7.30 am to 5.30 PM, in the four assigned rooms in Building B. A license will be issued for the capacity of 120 preschool children age 2-6 years old, after a final review. The applicant will be notified if any additional information is required. Applicant was also advised, once licensed, the Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days and if A violations are cited then the Licensing Report (LIC809 or 9099) must be posted by the Notice of Site Visit for a period of 30 days or $100 civil penalties will be assessed, and the report shall posted and copies provided to the parents/guardians of the children in care at the facility by the next business day, and shall provide to the parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. In addition, the licensee shall immediately post upon receipt the Proof of Correction for 30 consecutive days and provide a copy to current and enrolling parents. The licensee is to keep Acknowledgement Receipt (LIC 9224) signed by parents in each child\342\200\231s file. An exit interview was completed. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights were discussed. The applicant was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Licensing office within 15 business days.