Routine inspection·April 23, 2025

On April 23, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zirbes met with the facility representative Crystal Truax for the purpose of conducting an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. There were 35 preschool age children, four teachers, two aides, and administrative staff on site. Based on LPAs observation the facility was meeting the capacity/ratio requirements during this inspection. The preschool program is operated out of three classrooms (Classroom B1, 3-4 year old children, Classroom B2, 2-3 year old children, Classroom B3 - Pre K). The center is located on Valley Community Chapel Campus. Therefore the Center utilizes the Valley Community Chapel's kitchen, office spaces and staff bathrooms located in the Social Hall. The center also operates a School Age Program (364818052). The facility operates Monday through Friday 6:00am -6:00pm. The Center is closed for one week in Spring, two weeks for Christmas Break and takes a summer break. Indoor/Children's Area: Child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. LPA observed cleaning compounds located in key locked cabinets in the classroom, cabinets equipped with a child safety lock and on a high inaccessible shelf within the classroom. Per facility representative, zero poisons are stored within the preschool. LPA observed the furniture/equipment was in good condition. Classrooms were free of flies, other insects and rodents. The classrooms had tables and chairs to meet the children's needs. LPA observed the Center has a variety of art supplies, dramatic play equipment, blocks, books, social emotional areas, libraries and a wide variety of additional educational materials. Children's belongings are kept in cubbies labeled with the children's names. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available indoors via personal water bottles provided by the authorized representatives and water coolers/cups. Report continued on page two Report continued from page one All materials and surfaces are toxic free, window screens are in good repair and free of debris. There was a working carbon monoxide detector in the Center. There was working telephone service within the preschool. LPA observed the carpets in the classroom were showing signs of wear. Facility representative Truax , expressed the carpets are shampooed quarterly. In addition, per facility representative Truax each classroom has been provided with a small portable carpet cleaner for the teachers to use as needed. Facility representative shared that the carpets show signs of wear easily due to the recycled rubber material on the playground. Facility representative stated she is planning on purchasing new carpets for the classroom. There is an isolation area for children who become ill. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. LPA observed the centers electronic sign in/out sheets, which are completed daily . Smoking is prohibited on the premises. Teachers conduct daily inspection for illnesses. LPA did not observe prohibited childcare items during this inspection. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises per facility representative Truax. LPA did not observe bodies of water on the premises and facility representative Truax expressed there are zero bodies of the property. Facility Representative Truax expressed wading pools are utilized at the Center. The wading pools are emptied after each use. Restrooms: The Center has a total of two children restrooms and a diaper changing area located in classroom B2. One restroom was equipped with two toilets and two sinks, the other restroom was equipped with one toilet, one urinal and one sink. Restrooms were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. Toilets and sinks are functioning properly and are age appropriate. Paper towels and soap were available to the children. Meals: The Center provides three snacks a day. The snacks are stored in each classroom. Menus were posted in the classrooms. Each family provides lunch for their child . Snacks are prepared in the kitchen located in the off limits social hall. Napping: Cots are utilized and were observed to be in good condition. During the tour LPA observed the cots were labeled with each child's name. LPA observed the cots were stacked in the classroom. LPA observed two of the children's bedding was hanging over the edge of the cots. LPA reminded facility representative Truax that children bedding should not come into contact with other bedding. Report continued on page three Report continued from page two Outdoor LPA inspected the outdoor play space for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. The preschool children utilize two outdoor play spaces. All outdoor spaces are enclosed by a fence. The climbing structures were placed on a combination of recycled rubber and sand. The climbing structures were anchored to the ground. While engaged in outdoor play, water is readily available via personal water bottles provided by the authorized representatives, water coolers/cups and a drinking fountain. LPA reminded the Center to continually monitor the outdoor area and ensure all equipment and materials accessible to the children are in good repair. Child/Personnel Records LPA reviewed seven child records and six personnel files during this inspection. Per LPAs review child 1 (C1) was missing a medical assessment and current immunization records. C1 has been enrolled for over 30 days. Per LPA review, Staff 1 and Staff 2's mandated reporter training's expired in January 2025. Therefore S1 and S2 did not complete the required two year renewal of the training as required. Facility Representative Truax reviewed S1 and S2 files during this inspection and confirmed the mandated reporter training's were expired. Facility representative, stated the expiration date for the training was overlooked and the training will be completed within the week. A technical violation was issued in 2024, regarding the Center failing to ensure staff members completed the two year renewal training. A type B citation was issued, refer to LIC 809D Facility Records LPA and Facility representative reviewed the LIC 311A Records To Be Maintained At The Facility. LPA observed a disaster drill log (last drill completed in March 2025), sign in/out records. The Center had the required lead testing completed in 1.25.23. Incidental Medical Services: This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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/ . Report continued on page four Report continued from page three Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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. Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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 child care 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 that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . As a result of this inspection, one type B citation was issued along with two technical violations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Crystal Truax.