Routine inspection·April 17, 2025

On April 17, 2025, at approx.1:00pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria Olguin-Leon met with Program managers Ruby Andrade and Anny Kazmi for an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA explained purpose of inspection visit. Present today was program managesr, 15 staff, and 111 school age children. Staff and children capacity ratio requirements were observed to be in compliance today. All staff working at facility have criminal background clearances and associated to administrative facility-Newton @ Baywood facility. Facility operates an after-school program following Menlo Park school district schedule. Facility hours of operation are M/T/W/F from 2:45pm-6:00pm and Thursdays form 1:45pm-6:00pm LPA and program managers toured the classrooms for health and safety hazards. Facility operates an after-school program on the campus of Lower Laurel Elementary School and is licensed to operate in classrooms: A27, B2, E1, E2, E3, F1, F2, F3, G3, G6 and multi-purpose room. Currently facility is only utilizing the following rooms, E1, F1, F2, F3, G6 and multi-purpose. Classrooms are clean and orderly and have proper temperature and ventilation. There are plenty of age-appropriate toys/games, art/crafts material, furniture (sofas and tables) and learning materials all in good repair. Flooring in classroom is safe and clean. Storage hooks are available inside and outside classrooms for children to store personal items and belongings. Restrooms are available outside classrooms which include working toilets and sinks with no running hot water. There are separate restrooms for boys and girls. There is a separate restroom on campus for staff usage. All cleaning products, chemicals and toxins are stored behind locked cabinets and inaccessible to children. Outdoor playground is equipped with monkey bars, swing set, and climbing/slide play structure. LPA observed a cart equipped with supplies. Playground flooring is grass and flooring underneath play equipment is cushioned with rubber foam to absorb falls. LPA observed trees for providing shade to children in care. Playground is fenced off with a wood fence. There are three separate playgrounds: one for TK, one for kindergarten and one for older children. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, or other bodies of water. Per Program Managers, there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Cont. page 2\342\200\246 Page 2... Facility provides snacks to children in care. Children bring their own labeled water bottles from home and are refilled with refilling water stations on site. LPA observed snacks stored properly in cabinets and refrigerator to prevent contamination. First aid kit is fully stocked with medical supplies. Incidental Medical Services were discussed and medication reviewed. Sick children are isolated in classroom in area not being used and away from other children. LPA reviewed sign in/sign out on Bright wheel app., facility staff use app to sign children into after school program and parents sign children out using Bright wheel app and a PIN#. Classrooms have fully charged fire extinguisher and working carbon monoxide detector. Classrooms are equipped with a smoke detector that is integrated into school\342\200\231s fire alarm system. Facility uses walkie talkies to communication with staff and for emergencies. LPA reviewed 5 children\342\200\231s records and 5 staff records, which are kept electronically. Children's and staff records were complete. The facility has all necessary paperwork available in a binder for parents to review which included: Facility License, Notification of Parent's Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, and Emergency Disaster Plan. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on March 3, 2025, and is properly documented. IF A FACILITY IS CURRENTLY PROVIDING IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Cont. page 3\342\200\246 Page 3... Program Managers was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). Lead testing was completed after due date. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Program Managers is aware that all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. Program Managers was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process Cont. page 4... Page 4... During LPA\342\200\231s visit no deficiencies were issued in accordance with Title 22 regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements may result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Program Managers, Ruby Andrade and Anny Kazmi.