Pre-licensing visit·August 28, 2024

On 08/28/2024, Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arianna Manabat met with the Licensee Representative Jennifer Parsons and Amy Towne for the purpose of an announced pre-licensing inspection. This is a change of ownership application from the previous licenses 343619914 , 343619915, and 343621081. The Applicant requests the following components for their program: An infant component which will serve 24 infant children ages 0-24 months, a preschool component which will serve 75 children ages 2 years to entry into kindergarten, and a school-age component which will serve 36 children ages enrolled into kindergarten to 12 years. The program will operate 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. The fire clearance was granted on 06/03/2024 by the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District. During this visit, LPA Manabat and the applicant reviewed the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Applicant acknowledges that the following documents must be posted at all times: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, Effects of Lead Exposure, car seat poster, Menus, and Daily schedule. Applicant stated that the facility does provide AM, PM, and lunch. INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE: During the inspection, LPA Manabat observed 2 rooms for the infants (rooms 4 and 5), 3 rooms for the preschool children (rooms 6, 7, and 8), and two rooms for the school-aged component (rooms 1 and 3). LPA Manabat observed a sufficient amount of age-appropriate equipment, toys, tables, and cubbies. There is a first aid kit located in each classroom. The Facility Representative stated that the medications are stored in the front office. Applicant stated there are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Indoor and outdoor drinking water will be provided via water bottles and the water fountain in the hallway. LPA Manabat observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector within the facility. (Report continued on subsequent LIC 809) PAGE 2: According to the Facility Representative, the sign-in/sign-out system is conducted through an electronic app that is accessible to families via a mobile device. Additionally, during today's visit, LPA Manabat measured all classrooms intended for program use. LPA Manabat measured a total of: 1,020 square feet for the infant classroom, 2,643 total square feet for the preschool classrooms, and 1,278 square feet for the school-age classrooms. These measurements indicate that there is enough space to accommodate for the 24 infants, 75 preschoolers, and 36 school-aged children respectively. In the infant rooms there are a total of 2 sinks and 3 changing tables; all changing tables are within arms reach of a sink. In room 1 there are currently 9 cribs. In the preschool rooms there is a total of 6 toilets and 9 sinks available. Finally, in the school-aged room there is a total of 6 toilets and 6 sink available for children to use in the facility. For all components, the number of toilets and sinks will accommodate the facility's requested capacity. There are two private restrooms for the staff located across from the infant rooms. It was stated that any child(ren) who become ill during the day will be isolated in front lobby/office area. These children will utilize staff restrooms. Individual measurements are recorded on the Capacity Worksheet (LIC 9024). OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE: During today's visit, LPA Manabat observed a total of three outdoor yards on site separated by chain-linked fencing. The infant component will utilize the middle yard. The preschool programs will utilize the larger area with the garden area. The school age program will utilize the area that is adjacent to the alleyway. For all programs, LPA Manabat observed trees and canopies that can be utilized for shade. All programs have enough substrate under the outdoor play areas to cushion a fall. Additionally, LPA Manabat noted that there are play structures on the preschool and school-age yards. Finally, LPA Manabat observed a sufficient amount of age appropriate equipment and toys for all outdoor play areas. (Report continued on subsequent LIC 809) PAGE 3: LPA measured a total of 1,841 square feet in the infant yard and 5,783 square feet in the preschool yard. and 3,087 square feet in the school-age yard. The measurement for the infant yard indicates that it will not accommodate Applicant's request for 24 infants and that the Applicant will need to submit an insufficient outdoor waiver for review and approval. The preschool and school-age yard will accommodate 75 preschoolers and 36 school-aged children respectively. LPA discussed the following: 100% supervision is required at all times; personal rights; inspection authority; reporting requirements; staff to children ratios and capacity; staff qualifications; and maintaining buildings and grounds. LPAs discussed with Applicant any changes that may occur regarding the Director or an employee acting in the Director's absence must be reported to department within 10 working days. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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 . Facility Representatives was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, 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 $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. (Report continued on subsequent LIC 809) PAGE 4: Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant. The following item is required before a license will be issued: 1. Manager approval by Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Mai Lor. 2. An amended fire clearance to reflect the 36 school-age students. 3. Transfer Guardian roster