Pre-licensing visit·October 11, 2021

This is an amended version of the original report created on 10/11/21. On 10/11/21 at 12:01 p.m., Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Rajani Goudreau and David Miller arrived at the facility to conduct a pre-licensing inspection.  Upon arrival LPAs, met with the President, Jennifer House, and VP of Operations, Jennifer Grawvunder, and proceeded to tour the facility.  The facility is requesting a capacity of 34 school-age children; ages 5 through 16 years old in room #14. Facility plans to operate Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The classroom was inspected and measured during this inspection and measured the following: School -Age Monsters Classroom - #14: School Age (serves children 5 through 16 years of age):  Measured 1,199.51 square feet. The classroom measured a total of 1,199.51 square feet which is sufficient to accommodate 34 children. Applicant representative agrees to lower the capacity to 34 children due to insufficient indoor space, updated LIC200A (Application) received during visit. The classroom is equipped with appropriate furniture; including tables, chairs, cubbies, bookshelves, and other materials for the use of the children. LPA observed the furniture and equipment in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. There is a functioning carbon monoxide detector and a first aid kit with required supplies located in the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous substances shall be kept inaccessible and poisons shall be locked. Drinking water is available in the classroom via refillable water containers and cups provided by the facility. Parents will be utilizing digital sign in and sign out. There is three restrooms, each restroom containing one sink and one toilet for the children's use, offering individual privacy. In addition, there is one sink located in the hallway of the classroom. Therefore, there is four sinks and three toilets available for the children's use. There is sufficient toilets and sinks to accommodate the requested capacity. See LIC809-C continuation page... This is an amended version of the original report created on 10/11/21. The restrooms were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPA observed the floors in the facility to be clean and safe. There is a kitchen area that will be used as a food preparation area and includes three sinks, one refrigerator, one freezer, a stove, food supply, and storage units. The outdoor activity space was inspected and measured a total of 4,602.66 square feet, which is sufficient to accommodate 61 children. The children will have exclusive use of the outdoor activity space. The outdoor activity space, includes a slide play structure and other play materials for the children's use. The play equipment is safe and age appropriate, sufficient sand material for cushioning, a shaded rest area for children by the use of trees. The surface of the outdoor activity space and the playground equipment was observed to be maintained in safe condition, and free of hazards. Drinking water will be readily available during outdoor play via refillable water containers and cups provided by the facility. Discussed proper supervision and placement of staff on the playground to ensure the safety of children at all times. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Section 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://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Services are in place. A fire clearance was granted on October 06, 2021 for 34 children in room #14 - Monsters. An exit interview was conducted with applicant representatives. The following reports were discussed and provided: LIC809, LIC809-C and Appeal Rights (LIC9058). A license will be issued for 34 children; serving ages 5 through 16 years old after final file review. After final file review the license will be mailed to the facility and upon receipt shall be posed in a prominent place in the facility.