Routine inspection·April 29, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ofelia Calivo met with Director Cyndi Sherman for an unannounced Required- 1 Year inspection. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility during today's inspection. LPA observed the required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), and Activity Schedule. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The facility is licensed to serve a maximum of 180 children age 18 months to entry into first grade. Toddler option is for 24 children only in rooms 4 & 5 and Preschool rooms are 1-3, 6-11. The facility operates at a shared location that has separate day school also on the premises. LPA reviewed 17 children and seven staff files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contains the Information and Emergency Information form (LIC 700) and all required licensing forms. All staff files reviewed contain the required transcripts/verification of experience/immunization records, and Health Screening Report. All staff have current certificates of completion of the Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Workers on file. All staff have current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. Cyndi understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during outdoor activities. Sign and sign out sheets are in compliance. Director 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. LPA observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. LPA observed six toddlers with two teachers during today's inspection. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. Cyndi understands that children shall be visually supervised at all times. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted in care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day, shall be isolated in the office until parents come to pick them up. LPA observed the facility has mats, pillows, and blankets for napping. Linens are washed regularly by parents and mats are stored separately from linens, which are stored in a utility closet. LPA observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Cyndi understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that all furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and in working order. There is a separate staff bathroom not utilized by the children which an isolated child can use if needed. Cyndi states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The facility has functioning carbon monoxide detectors indoors. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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/inspection-process Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Cyndi Sherman. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.