Pre-licensing visit·May 8, 2023

On 05/08/23 at 9:05am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Samantha Clenista conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with CEO, Reena Dayal. All indoor and outdoor activity space utilized for the children were inspected today. Applicant is requesting to be licensed for 15 school-aged children (ages TK-12 years old) in Room 8B. Fire clearance was granted on 03/29/23. This facility houses an infant and preschool program. The areas used for the school-aged program will be separate from the other programs, both indoors and outdoors. LPA informed Applicant that the programs shall never commingle at any given time and that staff are required to maintain direct visual supervision of the children at all times during indoor and outdoor play. When medications are on site (depending on the medication), Applicant stated that they will be in a box in the kitchen. LPA continued to tour the facility and measured all indoor and outdoor activity space. Room 8B measured at 692.06 sq. ft., which will accommodate a total of 19 children. There is a separate bathroom located in the room that is equipped with one toilet and one sink available for the children. There is an additional sink within the classroom which will be used for children. LPA observed the indoor play space to be complete with age-appropriate furniture and equipment, including tables, chairs, cubbies, bookshelves, and other activity supplies for the children. There are several staff restrooms located near the front area of the building. The Director's office and restroom will be the isolation area for children who are ill. The kitchen area currently includes 3 refrigerators, 1 freezer, 1 sink, a stove/oven, microwave, and dishwasher. Kitchen area and food storage area was observed free of rodents and/or vermin. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector on site located in kitchen and the laundry room. All required documents were observed posted in the main parent drop off/pick up area. This area is also where the electronic (via ProCare) sign-in and out is located. The facility currently has three separately fenced in areas located in the back of the facility (one black top area and two playground areas). These three play areas are currently designated for preschool use. LPA measured all three areas. After discussing measurements and play area options with Applicant, Applicant decided to designate the black top area to be exclusively for the school-aged program (as it needs to be separate from the other programs). The black top area measured at 4,547.78 sq. ft., sufficient for 60 children. Facility is requesting to be licensed for 15 school-aged children. Area is more than sufficient for the requested capacity. Area was observed to be fully fenced via 4ft. or higher fencing (including vertical wooden planks and metal chain link). Area had trees and pergola used for shade. Area had no toys or play equipment present. Applicant stated she will purchase age appropriate play equipment and will send LPA pictures once installed. Drinking water is readily accessible inside and outside the classroom via refillable water jugs and water bottles (required by each parent to bring for their child). Applicant is reminded that any changes to the facility must be reported to and approved by Community Care Licensing. Incidental Medical services (IMS) was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http. LPA and applicant discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . Facility Representative 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. LPA reviewed the updated LIC311A with the facility representative today and reminded to keep anything that reads, \342\200\234Keep Out of Reach of Children\342\200\235 inaccessible to children. 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. Prior to licensure, the following is needed: Remove or make hazardous items located in the school-aged playground inaccessible Submit an updated facility sketch showing updated outdoor play space Purchase/install age appropriate toys and play equipment for the outdoor playground Applicant stated she will provide the above corrections to LPA no later than May 19, 2023. Exit interview was conducted with Applicant. A school-aged license for 15 children (ages TK-12 years old) in Room 8B may be granted upon receiving the above corrections and after a final file review. Applicant stated her understanding. Due to printer malfunction, LPA will email a copy of this report and appeal rights to Ms. Dayal. Ms. Dayal understands that this report shall be kept available at the facility for public review for 3 years.