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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CATALYST KIDS - EL TOROLicense 434400281
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liridon Fici- Doni conducted an unannounced 1-Year Inspection and was greeted by Beck, Laura- Director. LPA toured the indoor areas of the Facility with Director 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), Menus, and Activity Schedule. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:30AM to 6:00PM. LPA reviewed five (5) children's and three (3) staff files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contains all required forms/documents, including Admission Agreement, Emergency Medical Consent (LIC 627), and Information and Emergency Information form (LIC 700). All staff files reviewed contain the required forms/documents, including current CPR and First Aid certifications on file. All staff members had current Mandated Reporter Training on File. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during any off-site activities. Last fire/disaster drill was completed on 6/18/2025. LPA observed two (2) staff and 0 Children during today's inspection. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. She understands that children shall be always visually supervised. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted into care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day, shall be isolated in the Assistant director\342\200\231s or Director\342\200\231s office area. Page 1 of 3. LPA observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Director stated that the Facility has Janitorial Cleaning Service comes in everyday, Mondays thought Friday after 6:00PM after all children and staff are gone. Director understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Children have their own water bottles labeled with their name on it, when playing outdoors there are water cooler stations for the children along with they have their water bottles. LPA observed there is cold running water, refrigerator and microwave on the premises. Breakfast, lunch and PM snacks are provided from the facility during summer break hours. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste in the classroom. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in cabinets located in areas off limits to children. LPA observed a complete first aid kit available in the facility. The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. Shade rest areas are provided by trees. There are sufficient resilient materials on the outdoor playground area. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Director states that the Facility does not provide transportation for preschool children. 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. This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS) at this time. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. Page 2 of 3. 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 stated she currently has no children receiving an IMS services. 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 childcare 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). Director understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including no unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature. 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 LPA provided Director with website resources on managing food allergies at school and handling medical emergencies related to food allergies. CDC Managing Food Allergies at School https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/foodallergies/index.htm American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children Medical Emergencies https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/When-to-Call-Emergency-Medical-Services-EMS.aspx No Deficiencies were issued at this time. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted with director, and a copy of this report review and provided appeal rights.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the July 16, 2025 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - EL TORO?

This was a inspection inspection of CATALYST KIDS - EL TORO on July 16, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - EL TORO on July 16, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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