Pre-licensing visit·August 14, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Samantha Yip and Ashley Lopez conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection. LPAs met with Director Catrina Kalesh and Assistant Director Linda and explained the reason for the inspection. The purpose of this inspection is Applicant is applying for a preschool license for a capacity of 66 children, ages 2 to 5 years old. A fire clearance was granted on 08/04/2023. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30AM to 5:30PM. Director stated that required posting will be placed by the sign-in/out sheets in the Large Group Room. Measurements were conducted during today's inspection. The indoor measurements are as followed: Nursery 27.083 x 14.250 = 385.932 minus encumbered space 35.234 = 350.698 Toddlers 27.000 x 14.417 = 389.259 minus encumbered space 38.166 = 351.093 Large Group Room 28.750 x 28.583 = 821.761 minus encumbered space 46.167 = 775.593 Room 1 14.250 x 16.500 = 235.125 -------------------CONTINUES ON 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 2---------------- --------------CONTINUATION OF 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 1--------------- Room 2 16.917 x 14.167 = 239.663 minus encumbered space 4.917 = 234.746 Room 3 14.250 x 21.750 = 309.937 minus encumbered space 35.105 = 274.832 Room 4 29.583 x 19.667 = 581.808 minus encumbered space 7.883 = 573.924 Total indoor measurement = 350.698 + 351.093 + 775.593 + 235.125 + 234.746 + 274.832 + 573.924 = 2,560.886 Total Indoor Space Measurement: 2,560.886 divided by 35 = 73 children The outdoor measurements are as followed: Yard 1 : (90.917 x 56.667 = 5,151.993) + (38.500 x 10.417 = 401.054) = 5,553.047 minus encumbered space 6.646 = 5,546.401 Yard 2 : 85.250 x 34.083 = 2, 905.575 Total Outdoor Space Measurement: 8,451.976 divided by 75 = 112 children Yard 2 is currently under renovation and they will not being using it. Director stated that they will only being using Yard 1. Director understands that they cannot go over the capacity for Yard 1. Director stated that she will notify Licensing once renovation is completed. She also understands that Yard 2 cannot be used until it has been approved by Licensing. ----------------CONTINUES ON 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 3---------------- -------------CONTINUATION OF 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 2----------- Room 3 is currently being used as storage and staff room. Director understands that she needs to notify Licensing prior to them using the room for a final inspection. There are 91 chairs, 10 tables, 50 cubbies, 54 cots, 6 sinks, 4 toilets, and 1 urinal. There is only cold running water in the sinks. There are toys for children. All equipment and furniture are age appropriate. Facility also has a half day program. Director understands that each child who naps needs to have their own cot. Facility will be using the office as an isolation area for sick children and the toilet and sink in the Toddler Room. There is a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector. Director stated that there are no weapons, such as firearms, stored on the premise. There are first aid kits, which has all the required items. The outdoor space is fenced. LPAs discussed with the Director about supervision when children are going to Yard 1. Shaded rest area is provided through trees. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. Areas around play structure and swings have resilient material. LPAs observed that tan bark around the swings and play structure is low and does not have enough to resilient material. LPA discussed with Director about cleaning the play structure prior to children starting. All meals and snacks are prepared and brought from home. Drinking water inside is provided through individual water bottles, plastic water bottles, water filter pitcher, and water fountains. Drinking water outside is provided through individual water bottles, plastic water bottles, and water filter pitchers. LPA reminded Director that they have 180 days from licensure to complete lead testing. ------------CONTINUES ON 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 4---------------- -------------CONTINUATION OF 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 3-------------- This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA reviewed with facility representative the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. There are no staff associated to the facility roster. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. ------------CONTINUATION OF 809 DATED 08/14/2023 PAGE 5------------ Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. LPA obtained a copy of the updated parent handbook, permission letter for temporary relocation site for the elementary school, updated bylaws, Plan of Providing Incidental Medical Services, staff handbook, and admission agreement. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Catrina Kalesh. LPA advised Catrina that upon approval of Licensing Management, a license for a preschool center license will be granted and issued to Applicant and completion of the following: - additional tan bark is installed - AC unit is covered - additional cubbies, hooks, or basket for children's belongings - fingerprints transferred to facility - required postings are posted