Routine inspection·February 19, 2025

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Farida Raja and Shine Yu met with director, Ting Wang on 02/19/2025 at 12:50 pm, for an unannounced annual/random inspection. LPAs informed staff regarding the purpose of the visit. The senior director Cindy Huang also accompanied the LPAs during the inspection. The facility currently enrolled 60 children; LPAs observed total 43 children in room F, H, T and G during the inspection. The facility is licensed to serve 102 children ages 2 years to entry into first grade in Room A-H and 12 toddler children in Room J. Senior Director stated they are currently only using 4 classrooms including room J/T for toddlers. Senior director stated that the other classrooms are being used by the heritage program. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Facility has one waiver on file for shared outdoor playground space. LPAs observed the required posted materials including menus, daily schedules and lesson plans in each classroom. LPAs and Director toured the indoor and outdoor areas during today's inspection and observed the following ratios: (note: all children are taking nap time.) Room F, Pre K/TK/K- 16 children: 1 staff Room H, 2 yr - 3 yr - 10 children: 1 staff Room T, 18 mo - 2.5 yr (toddler room) - 3 children: 1 staff Room G, 3 yr - 4 yr, -14 children: 1 staff Classrooms F, H, T and G, children's restrooms, and kitchen were inspected. Continued on Page 2 Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. LPAs observed the temperature reading is 69 degree F. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning products and medicines were observed to be stored inaccessible to the children in cabinets. Medication and first aid kit were observed to be stored in the office out of reach of children. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPAs did not observe solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in two rooms. Napping mats are appropriate. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. LPAs observed fire extinguishers, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire alarm and water sprinklers. LPAs reminded the director to make sure the fire extinguishers are serviced every year and documentation needs to be maintained. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on 01/22/2025 which is compliant with the six month requirement for facilities. Drinking water is refilled in dispensers in each room from the water dispenser located in the kitchen. Water lead testing was completed by the facility in 2022 and again in 2023 until no Action Level Exceedance were reported. 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. LPAs verified that water lead testing was completed and provided senior director with PIN 21-21.1-CCP. A copy of the LIC 9275, LIC 9276 and facility sketch indicating water outlets needs to be submitted to LPA by 03/05/2025. Facility provides optional lunch and snacks to the children. Food storage and preparation areas in kitchen were observed to be sanitary. All food and beverages that require refrigeration were stored in covered containers. Continued on Page 3 Outdoor playgrounds and play equipment was inspected and observed to be fenced in and free of hazards. Sheds and storage cabinets were observed to be locked. The center has two playgrounds outside of the room F and room T. LPAs observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate. The play area has sufficient resilient materials around and under/around climbing structures and slides to absorb falls. Shaded rest area is provided by canopy and trees. No bodies of water were observed. A sampling of 8 children and 2 staff files was selected for review. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Children's roster was reviewed and a copy was provided to LPAs. Each child's file reviewed contained the required forms. A review of staff records indicates that fingerprint clearance for one facility staff (S1) has not been transferred to this facility. LPAs reminded Director that all staff need to be fingerprinted and associated prior to working with children. All staff files reviewed contain the required transcripts/verification of experience. The director has a current CPR and First Aid certification which will expires on Oct. 2025. 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 off-site activities (field trips). All staff have the required immunization's against pertussis, measles and influenza immunization or a statement declining the vaccine. LPAs observed required Mandated Reporter Training on file for all staff. Staff S1 was observed to be missing the health screening report (LIC 503). LPAs observed that toddler classroom staff , S1 does not have the required infant/toddler units. LPAs reminded Director that a fully qualified teacher must be present in each room and an aide must be supervised by a fully qualified teacher at all times. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services- IMS. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. Continued on Page 4 Facility has an approved IMS Plan on file with San Jose Regional Office. Director stated that facility does handle medications and currently does has children in care who require Incidental Medical Services. LPAs reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children's, personnel and administrative records. Upon review of records, LPAs observed three children (C9, C10 and C11) had medication at facility that were expired. Isolation of sick child was discussed, and Director explained that sick children will be isolated in the director's office and isolation equipment will be provided. A restroom which is off limits to other children is used if necessary. Child is always under visual supervision while in care of the facility. 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-care-centers/ . Facility does not provide transportation to children. 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. Five (5) Type B deficiencies were cited as a result of today's inspection. Civil penalty issued. Appeal Rights were provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Ting Wang A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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