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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CATALYST KIDS - STIPELicense 434416392
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Syeda Bahar and Mandeep Kaur met with the Director Laurie Lemmerman for an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection. LPAs explained the purpose of today's inspection to Director. Facility is licensed to serve children age group from 2 years to Kindergarten in Room A (152-A) and Room B (152-B). Facility's License, Notification of Parents' Right Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, Menus, Activity Schedule, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. The center's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPAs observed that the teacher-child ratio was in compliance. The fire drill was conducted on 04/25/2025. LPAs toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. The facility has current children's roster and obtained during the inspection. The children were taking naps during today\342\200\231s inspection. There were no bodies of water observed. Cleaning products, disinfectants, sharp objects were stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean. The bathrooms for children and staff are clean, sanitary, and operable. Director stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Outdoor activity spaces are enclosed by fencing and are observed to be free of hazards. LPAs observed play equipment were in good condition. Drinking water was readily available to children indoor and outdoor via Brita water filters in each classroom. LPAs observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposable of solid waste. The facility has the required size fire extinguisher and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Facility provides Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Foods are prepared at the facility. LPAs observed that food storage areas were clean and free of litter. Diapers are being disposed appropriately. Each child has personal items individually stored and labeled. Continue to page 2 Page 2 LPAs reviewed random four (4) staff and five (5) children files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Parent Right's Receipt, Physician's Report with tuberculosis test, Child's Preadmission Health History, Immunization Record, and Personal Rights. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. LPAs reminded Director that Mandated Reported Training(AB1207) needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPAs 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/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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. 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 child care 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). LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Continue to page 3 Page 3 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&R's) throughout California. 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 . No deficiency issued during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Laurie Lemmerman. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

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 April 30, 2025 inspection of CATALYST KIDS - STIPE?

This was an inspection of CATALYST KIDS - STIPE on April 30, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CATALYST KIDS - STIPE on April 30, 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 an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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