Pre-licensing visit·October 15, 2024

On October 15 th , 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Rosie Breault and Fernando Hernandez conducted an announced prelicensing inspection at the above aforementioned center to ensure that health, safety, and personal rights as required by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. LPA met with applicant Mary \342\200\234Katy\342\200\235 Gilbert and there were zero children at the time of the inspection. An application was received to provide care and supervision to 72 preschoolers aged 2 years to entry into TK. Facility will operate Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:30AM-5:30PM. This is a two-story historical home located in the \342\200\234SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace.\342\200\235 Applicant and LPAs toured and measured the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. LPAs observed required postings placed in a prominent location, and parents / authorized representatives will use Brightwheel App for the purposes of signing in and out. The facility will utilize 8 classrooms for care and supervision, designated as: Entry Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Front Room, Downstairs #1, Downstairs #2, Upstairs #1, Upstairs #2. There are 6 toilets and 4 sinks available for use and functioning at the time of the inspection. San Luis Obispo City Fire cleared facility on 09/30/2024 and per inspector, children under 36 months of age may not use the back two rooms (AKA Downstairs #1, Downstairs #2) and the upstairs classrooms. The facility was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary, and LPAs advised must be maintained in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees, and visitors. The facility will offer snacks for children and menus shall be in writing and shall be posted at least one week in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. LPAs observed floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs were observed to be meet the needs of the children. At the time of the inspection, all toxins, cleaning supplies, poisons were rendered inaccessible to children, in a separated cabinet locked and inaccessible. No toxins and poisons are located in the classrooms. Carbon monoxide detector present and functioning at the time of the inspection, fire extinguishers were present with first aid kits available. Fireplace is present in Dining Room however rendered inaccessible. Per director, no firearms or ammunition is present on property. LPAs observed the preschool classrooms to contain age-appropriate toys, equipment, tables, chairs, bookshelves, sufficient number of cots for napping, and cubbies for individual items. LPAs observed comfortable room temperature, access to filtered water, and a range of play activities for learning and stimulation. The outdoor area consists of one lunch area, front and main yard with water readily accessible, soft padding to absorb falls, permitter fencing, appropriate toy structures, and sandbox free of debris. Per director, no bodies of water are present on property. Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. LPA advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test. Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure. Director 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, 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. 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 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 platforms. 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. Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Total indoor facility capacity measures at 1,708.86 square feet which will not accommodate applicant\342\200\231s request for 72 children. Total outdoor facility capacity measures at 5,107.29 square feet. Pending approval. Exit interview conducted with applicant Mary \342\200\234Katy\342\200\235 Gilbert, copy provided. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT PROVIDED AND TO REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS