Routine inspection·April 22, 2025

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Zirbes and Cha met with Licensee, Lisa Burtner for the purpose of conducting an unannounced required Annual/Random inspection for the preschool component. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. There were 19 preschool age children, three teachers, one aide and the Licensee on the premises when LPA arrived. Based on LPAs observation the facility was meeting the capacity/ratio requirements during this inspection. The preschool program is operated four classrooms. In addition the preschool program has a large classroom near the entrance which is utilized for circle time, napping and dinning activities. The Center has a kitchen, one staff restroom, staff office and additional storage areas that are utilized by all three components, infant component (364815208) and a school age component (364840540). The facility operates Monday through Friday 7:00am -6:00pm. The Center has approved waivers regarding the of the outdoor activity space, usage of bathroom 3 and co-mingling. Indoor/Children's Area: Child care center was observed to be clean, 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. Cleaning compounds were stored in a key locked cabinet in the kitchen. Per facility representative there are zero poisons stored within the preschool. LPA observed the indoor furniture/equipment was in good condition. Classroom was free of flies, other insects and rodents. The classrooms had tables and chairs to meet the children's needs. LPA observed the Center had a variety of art supplies, dramatic play equipment, blocks, and books. Report continued on page two Report continued from page one LPAs observed educational posters approximately four feet or higher on the preschool classroom walls. LPA advised the Center to relocated the posters lower on the walls so the children can touch and see the posters easily. 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 pitcher and water cups. All materials and surfaces are toxic free, window screens in good repair and free of debris. There was a working carbon monoxide detector located in the kitchen. The Center has smoke detectors and fire extinguishers located throughout the Center. When LPAs toured the Zebra classroom with the Licensee, LPAs observed the Licensee enter the bathroom and remove a mop and a mop bucket filled with a cleaning solution. At the time staff 1 (S1) was supervising eight preschool age children in the Zebra classroom. LPA observed the children engaging in free play in the zebra classroom therefore the cleaning equipment and cleaning solution was accessible to the children in care. Per Licensee, a staff member brought the supplies into the bathroom in preparation for cleaning. Licensee stated she immediately talked to the staff about always keeping cleaning supplies and cleaning agents inaccessible to the children. A staff training was completed on this date. A type B citation was issued, as the cleaning equipment and solution were accessible and there was a potential risk to the children in care. Refer to LIC 809D. During the walk-through LPAs observed cleaning equipment and supplies were stored in the off inaccessible kitchen area. Restrooms: The Center has four restrooms designated for the preschool component, 1, 2, 3, 4. A approved waiver is on file, allowing for the school age children to utilize restroom 4. There are a total of four toilets and four hand washing sinks. In addition, the Center has two diaper changing areas located in restroom 3 and restroom 1. Toilets and sinks were functioning properly and are age appropriate at the time of this inspection. Paper towels or air hand dryers and soap were available to the children. Meals: The Center provides two snacks a day. Families provide their child's lunch. Menus were posted in the front entranceway and in the kitchen. Napping: Cots and mats are utilized for napping. Two classrooms were utilized for napping during todays inspection. LPA observed one staff member in each of the classrooms providing supervision during this inspection. Outdoor: LPA inspected the outdoor play space for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. The Center has three outdoor play spaces for the preschool component. One play space is utilized for children ages four and older. The space contained a large climbing structure with five slides and four swings. Report continued on page three Report continued from page two Outdoor Continued: The climbing structure was placed on sand and was anchored to the ground. Another outdoor activity space was utilized for the three and two year old children. The space has little tikes climbing equipment placed on sand. Another outdoor activity area, was observed with a cement track for bikes, and a cement area for a half court basketball. In addition the area had tiny tikes climbing equipment placed on sand. During the walk through of the outdoor activity space the Licensee shared the Center has a plan to resurface the cement track and replace the weather wooden fence surrounding the outdoor activity space. Each of the outdoor areas were clean and free of hazards at this time. Each of the outdoor play spaces were fully enclosed by either a chain link or wooden fences that were three feet in height. Water is accessible to the children via a pitcher and cups which are brought with the teacher. The Center has an approved waiver on file regarding the outdoor space. Child/Personnel Records LPA reviewed five child records, per LPAs review the child files were complete and contained all required information. LPA reviewed five personnel files during this inspection. Per LPA reviewed staff 2 and staff 3 completed the general mandated reporter training however failed to complete the child care specific mandated reporter training. Licensee confirmed the staff members did not complete the mandated reporter training. A technical advisory notice was issued. Facility Records LPA and Facility representative reviewed the LIC 311A Records To Be Maintained At The Facility. 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-CCP. 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. Report continued on page four Report continued from page four Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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) 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-care-centers/ . 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 s violated. 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, one technical violation and one technical assistance notice were issued. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Lise Burtner.