Routine inspection·September 22, 2022

On 9/22/2022 at 12:25 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gigi Reyes conducted an unannounced Required inspection the above mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Hilary Soldati Administrative Director of the Wishing Well School and Kyra Smith, Lead Teacher. LPA explained the nature and purpose of the inspection. LPA in the company of Ms. Soldati toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. This is a school age program using the Classroom no. 15. There were 28 children and 3 staff present at the time of the inspection. The CCC is operating beyond its capacity limit of 21, capacity limitation deficiency was cited under Case Management. The classroom of the CCC is clean and organized. The classroom has age appropriate furnishings available for children. The classroom has an operable carbon monoxide detector. The restroom used by children are in safe and sanitary operating condition located in the Wishing Well school grounds. LPA viewed the Sign In/Out forms for the CCC LPA observed the forms contained the children's arrivals and exits times along with signatures of the children's authorized representative. The CCC's outdoor playground area is fenced with age appropriate play equipment. No bodies of water were observed on site. There is available drinking water for children both inside and outside of the classroom. Ms. Soldati was reminded to ensure the CCC's water sources are tested for lead containment. A sampling of staff and children records were reviewed. The children\342\200\231s records contain emergency contact information. Staff present has a Pediatric First Aid/CPR expires on 8/31/2024. During file review, it was observed that Staff Steven Farmers (started on 9/7/2022) , and Mckena Barkhuff (started 9/22/2022) who were assisting in the school age program have no Criminal Record Clearance on file. Both staff have no immunization record, no Health Screening Report including tuberculosis (LIC 503) Staff 2 have not taken AB 1207 or Mandated Reporter Training During today's inspection, Type A and Type B deficiencies were cited under Title 22 Division 12. and Health and Safety Code. A Civil Penalty of $ 600.00 was assessed. LPA Reyes informed Ms. Hilary Soldati that this report dated 9/22/2022 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there are immediate risks to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Reyes informed the Ms. Soldati to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 9/22/2022 that documents any Type A citations to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verific ation. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . Ms. Soldati was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Administrative Director, Ms Hilary Soldati