Routine inspection (3-year)·April 23, 2025

On April 23, 2025, at 12:20 PM., Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Oscar Picazo and Vicky Williamson conducted an unannounced Required Inspection and met with Lead Teacher, Ofelia Carrillo. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and toured the facility; indoors and outdoors. This is a full day/half day program which operates on a traditional school year schedule with the National School District. The following ratios were observed: 14 children with three staff members, Lead Teacher Ofelia Carrillo, Teacher Cristina Rivera and Instructional Assistant Edith Alfaro in classroom #25. Lead teacher stated that Classroom K4 is currently not in operation. At approximately 1:30 PM, Early Childhood Education Coordinator, Jessica Navara arrived to the facility. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM through 11:00AM. (half day program) and 11:30 AM to 2:45 PM (half day program). Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous items were made inaccessible to the children in care, per observation. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Furniture and equipment in the classroom were observed and found to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets and hand washing facilities were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. There are two restrooms, and one sink located in classroom #25 for the children to use. The floors in the facility were observed to be clean and safe. Based on observation, the facility has a functioning a smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and a first aid kit that meet statutory requirements. The last fire drill and earthquake drill was conducted and documented on 4/18/2025. Lock down drill was conducted on 2/11/2025. The playground equipment and play materials were observed to be in safe condition, age appropriate, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. See LIC 809C Continuation... The surface of the outdoor activity space was observed to be and maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment were observed to have a rubber and wood chip cushioning material surrounding the age-appropriate play structure (2-5 years). Shade was observed in the outdoor activity space by the use of trees and shade canopies. The school district provides the program with breakfast and lunch. Menus are posted monthly. Solid waste storage containers were observed to have tight-fitting covers and in good repair. Filtered drinking water is available outdoors and children bring their own water bottles. Lead Teacher stated that there are no swimming pools or other bodies of water, firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than eight (8) children in care. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Lead Teacher 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. Lead Teacher stated that all employee\342\200\231s working at this state preschool have received criminal record clearance and have obtained a health screening and TB as a condition of employment with the National School District. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility. Fully qualified teacher, Ofelia Carrillo, CRP/First aide expire 06/2026. Mandated Reporter Training taken on 8/2024. See LIC 809C Continuation... The name of the facility representative and the fully qualified teacher designated to act in the facility representative\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed facility sign in /sign out sheets. Facility utilizes a physical sign in/out sheet. Lead Teacher was reminded that the person who signs the child in and out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. 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). Lead Teacher states that t his 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-care-centers/ . 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. LPAs discussed and provided Lead Teacher with the following: childcare advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. Lead Teacher 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. See LIC 809C Continuation... Please visit the Guardian web page and set-up your Guardian account. https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian If you have any questions regarding Guardian, please contact CDSS at email: guardian@dss.ca.gov LPA requested updated LIC 309, Board of Resolution, parent handbook and updated facility sketch. 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 . No deficiencies cited during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Early Childhood Education Coordinator, Jessica Navara. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. The Early Childhood Education Coordinator was provided the Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) and advised to post and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. LPA observed Notice of Site Visit posted on the wall in classroom 25.