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ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOLLicense 4344075921 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Cruz met with Jane Murphy, Head of Early Childhood Education, for an unannounced complaint investigation. LPA discussed the complaint allegations with Jane and obtained a current Child Care Facility Roster. LPA toured indoor and outdoor areas of the facility during today's inspection. LPA observed and took photos of the kitchen and two classrooms, K1 and K2. LPA observed that room K2 is undergoing renovation. LPA observed that the kitchen door was closed on both side access from K1 and K2. LPA went inside the kitchen and took photos of the kitchen. The kitchen was not organized and ready for sanitary food preparation. Kitchen had moving boxes, classroom chairs, classroom supplies, cleaning supplies stored in the middle of the kitchen. LPA also observed garbage can without tight fitting cover. Therefore, the above allegation is SUBSTANTIATED, meaning the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Jane Murphy, Head of Early Childhood Education. A deficiency is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D form. A Notice of Site Visit was issued and must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 101237(a)Type B

    ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING BUILDINGS OR NEW FACILITIES

    101237 Alterations to Existing Buildings or New Facilities(a) Prior to construction or alterations, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change(s).This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, Licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee has made current alterations in K2 classrooms including painting and replacing floors without notifying the Department which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101227(a)(18)Type B

    1012271(a)(18) All kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures shall be taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin. Based on observation and interview, Licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee did not keep kitchen clean, free of litter and safe for food preparation which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 21, 2023 inspection of ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL?

This was a complaint inspection of ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL on July 21, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL on July 21, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101237 Alterations to Existing Buildings or New Facilities(a) Prior to construction or alterations, the licensee shall n..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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