Routine inspection·May 8, 2025

On May 8, 2025 at approximately 8:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Krenn conducted an unannounced, annual, inspection. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Edith Hernandez. Present in the facility are Site Supervisor and three staff supervising a total of 16 preschool age children. The facility remains within its capacity limits and meets the required ratios for today\342\200\231s visit. All staff present have fingerprint clearance and are associated to the facility. Facility operates in one classroom, with an outdoor play area available in the back of the facility. Program operates Monday - Friday from 8am-4pm, following a 10-month program (August through May) with periodic breaks throughout the year. This school enrolls children ages 3 \342\200\223 5 years old. All the children enrolled at this preschool attend fulltime, and the facility does not take drop-ins. LPA observed that all required documents: such as the facility license, notification of parents\342\200\231 rights, personal rights, car seat laws, and emergency disaster plan, were displayed and visible to the public. LPA observed that children are signed in and out of facility with parents' signatures electronically. LPA observed classroom to be clean and equipped with age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. Storage for children's belongings are located inside the classroom, which included hooks, bins with lids, and shelves. The storage space is labeled with each child's individual name and photo. Electrical outlets were fitted with sliding child safety covers to prevent children's access. There is a bathroom available for the children. LPA observed it to be clean, fully operational, and equipped with suitable toileting equipment and sanitation products. Staff use a separate bathroom that is kept inaccessible to the children. continued on page 2 Page 2 LPA observed facility has a fire alarm system inside the classroom as well as a fully charged, fire extinguisher. The classroom has two combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the classroom. LPA tested them and found them to be functioning. LPA inspected the emergency backpack kit with first aid materials and emergency contact information. Last emergency drill was conducted 04/2025. Emergency drills are conducted monthly at this facility and are properly logged and documented. LPA observed that medication is stored appropriately, inaccessible to enrolled children, clearly labeled, and with proper documentation. One of the children currently enrolled has an allergy, the facility has an epi-pen stored in the area where children eat. The facility has informed the caterer and the other parents of the allergy. During a morning outdoor inspection, staff noticed peanut shells. Upon investigation the staff found that the neighbor was feeding peanuts to squirrels. The neighbor agreed to stop feeding peanuts to the squirrels. The facility has inhalers stored in the classroom near the door to the outdoor area, so they can be accessible if needed inside or outside. LPA observed a cabinet in the kitchen containing soap to be in an area accessible to the children. LPA advised Site Supervisor to put child locks on that cabinet. Site Supervisor agreed and said they would be installed tomorrow. The facility offers stackable cots for children to rest or nap. There is space between the cots when stacked allowing for air flow. Each cot is clearly labeled with each child\342\200\231s name. LPA observed that clean sheets and bedding was available for the children. Per the Site Supervisor blankets are from home and are washed at home every weekend. The facility provides sheets which are laundered on site weekly. The outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The areas around and under climbing equipment and slides are cushioned with rubber playground flooring to cushion falls. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property. continued on page 3 Page 3 Facility offers breakfast, lunch, and snacks through Chefables. Monthly menu is posted in the classroom. LPA observed that menus include healthy options such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains daily. Filtered water is available to children indoors and outdoors. LPA reviewed the files of five children, which are kept electronically, confirming that their emergency contact and medical information were complete and in order. LPA reviewed four staff files and confirmed that all necessary forms were complete and in order. LPA verified that all teachers held current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications. During a review of the staff transcripts, LPA found that two teachers and one associate teacher are fully qualified according to the requirements of their positions. LPA saw complete vaccination records. One of the teachers did not have current Mandated Reporter Training on file, but LPA verified that a digital copy was completed and current. Site Supervisor printed the certificate and added it to the file during the visit. 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 . Site Supervisor 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. No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Edith Hernandez.