Routine inspection·March 26, 2024

On 3/26/2024 at 1 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an Unannounced Required Visit. LPA met with the Director Tania Trejo and explained the nature of the site visit. Present on this visit were 18 staff and 76 preschool children. Facility operates from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM. The facility is a combination center which has an Infant/Toddler component/program on site. The facility has shared office space, food-preparation space, storage space and any other general-purpose space. LPA toured the facility to conduct a health and safety inspection with the Director. The child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. The Preschool Program operates on Discovery Preschool Room, Preschool 1 Room, Pre K Room and TK Room. Restrooms for children to use in each room were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating conditions. There were no bodies of water observed. Director stated that facility do not have weapons on the premises. Furniture and equipment were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The facility prepares and provides meals and snacks for the children. LPA observed and reviewed the Menus. The kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas were observed in clean and free of litter and rubbish and the facility have measures taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin. Floors were clean and safe, and outdoor activity space were free of hazards. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Outdoor activity space is fenced and play equipment were maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There were shaded rest areas for children. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available for children in care. During the inspection, preschool children were napping in each classroom with teacher supervision. LPA observed a fire extinguisher, Emergency Bag that has a First Aid Kit and Children's Emergency Contact Information, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA also obtained copies of the Facility's updated Personnel Report, Child Care Facility Roster and observed "Name to Face" sign in and out sheets on each room. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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 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. For licensing updates, please email childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and request to be added to the email list. Previous Provider Information Notices (PINs) - Child Care Licensing Program (CCLP) are available at the CCLD website and other helpful information at https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. 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 . Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. There are no deficiencies cited on this visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Tania Trejo.