Routine inspection·August 12, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara met with Director Joyce Campbell for an unannounced annual inspection on August 12th, 2021. At 9 AM, LPA toured the facility including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Census included two school age children being supervised by one staff. Appropriate ratio and care and supervision were observed during today's inspection. Director was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:15 AM to 6 PM. Classrooms all appeared clean including the carpets and floor. Chemicals were kept inaccessible to children on a high shelf. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Bathrooms were clean and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. The children bring their own snacks and lunches from home and the facility has food available as a back up. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPA observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center electronically. LPA discussed current Covid guidelines with the Director. At 9:40 AM, a sample of children and staff files were reviewed. Each child's file had the required licensing documentation. Each staff file contained current Mandated Reporter certificates and proof of immunizations. LPA reviewed staff transcripts and the staff was teacher qualified. At least one staff has a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification that expires in June 2023. The facility has First Aid equipment available. LPA observed a current children's roster and fire drill log. Continued 809-C Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed with the facility representative. For additional IMS information, director was advised to 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 evaluation report was reviewed and discussed with the Director. Director was encouraged to the visit the department's website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, PINs, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to child care centers. A notice of site visit was provided and should remain posted for a period of 30 days for parental review. No Title 22 deficiencies were cited based on today's inspection.