Routine inspection·March 19, 2025

On 3/19/2025 at approximately 9:30am, LPAs Badger and Tapia- Mandujano conducted an unannounced annual visit and met with the Director, Haydet Giulianetti. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the director. The facility is located on Notre Dame Elementary School campus. Facility operates according to the School year with periodic breaks/holidays throughout the year. Facility operates day care from Monday - Friday 8am-6pm. Facility operates in two rooms: Preschool room and TK room. 30 Preschool children were present today, with 3 teachers and 1 Director also present during the visit.Twenty preschool-age children were inside the class room and 10 children were having outside play when we arrived. The three teachers and Director, have all received criminal record clearance from the California Department of Social Services. The facility is within its capacity limits and ratios for today\342\200\231s visit. LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, notification of parents\342\200\231 rights personal rights, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities schedule, were displayed and visible to the public. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 1/15/2025, and the LPA observed that it was documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that it was conducted at least once every six months. LPA reminded the director to complete and properly record them every six months. LPA inspected the indoor and outdoor areas to identify health and safety hazards. The facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other items that could pose a danger were stored in areas inaccessible to the children. All accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were found to be free of hazardous materials or poisons. Continued on page 2.. Continued from page 1 The facility was observed to have first aid supplies, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a fully charged fire extinguishers. Prescribed medications were observed to be properly stored in a cabinet and labeled according to the child's name. LPA observed that the 2 classrooms had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. Electrical outlets were fitted with child safety covers or tamper-resistant locks to prevent children's access. The bathrooms were clean, fully operational, and equipped with suitable toileting equipment and sanitation products. A water filling station was available in the main classroom area. 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, slides are cushioned with tanbark. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property The preschool program does not currently provide lunch. Facility provides snacks for the children and has an option for families to order hot lunch. Most families provide lunches for their children. LPA observed that each child had lunch boxes in their designated storage space. According to the director, 2 of the enrolled children has a documented allergy. Families provide water bottles for the children that are labeled with each child\342\200\231s name. The facility offers options for children to rest or take naps, including mats and blankets brought from home and returned weekly for washing. LPA reviewed the files of 10 children and verified that their emergency contact and medical information were complete. LPA discussed the requirement to have a signed copy of the admissions policy in each child\342\200\231s file. Director acknowledged the requirement. continued on page 3.. Continued from page 2 LPA reviewed 4 staff files, including the director , and confirmed that all required forms were present. LPA found two staff members were current with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. The facility must only have one certified Pediatric First Aid/CPR staff member. LPA found that two staff members completed twelve units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which means they are qualified to be teachers. LPA reminded the Director to have that staff member complete the AB 1207 training, which is the correct version of the Mandated Reporter Training. Director 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 observed the completion certificate on file. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. 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 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Continued on page 3 Continued from page 3 Director 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. 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-carecenters/ . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Based on today's inspection, deficiencies were not observed, according to California Title 22, Health and Safety Code of Regulation A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Haydet Giulianetti.