Routine inspection·November 17, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with the Licensee, Stacey Botkin , for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility by staff member, Kaelynn, and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 26 preschool-age children , the Licensee, and four (4) staff members present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility and the hours of operation are Monday \342\200\223 Thursday, 7:30AM-5:15PM . The facility has three (3) primary classrooms that are used: Red Classroom (Pre-K) observed with one staff member and eleven (11) children, Blue Classroom (3s) observed with one staff member, child's assistant, and eleven (11) children, Green Classroom (2s & 3s) with one staff member and nine (9) children. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sh eets, facility roster, and fire/disaster drill log during today\342\200\231s inspection. Sign-in/out was observed to be completed with full legal signature and time of day. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 9/15/2022 , which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. LPA observed three (3) fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers (last serviced: 9/2022), functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. The Licensee states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services and does not administer medication at this time. The Licensee states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services- IMS. LPA 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, Section 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice 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 Indoor areas of the facility were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. During today's inspection, LPA observed preschool-age children engaged in activities such as coloring sheets, eating snack, and letter/number recognition. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazards. Drinking water is readily avai lable for children in the facility via water dispensers and water bottles. There are bathrooms located in each classroom at the facility that are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. The Licensee has a working telephone in the facility. The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and observed to be fenced in. The Licensee states that since the pandemic, the outside area has been divided into smaller areas for each classroom to play in. LPA requested the Licensee submit an updated outdoor facility sketch (LIC999) to reflect changes. During todays inspection, the LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials (rubber padding/tanbark) to absorb falls. LPA advised daily raking of tanbark and observed that rubber padding is located at the base of slides/swings. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by canopy and large trees located outside. Food is provided by the facility and is stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. The facility offers a full day program and provides AM/PM snack to children. The snack menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. LPA advised the Licensee to label the date that food was opened and served for snack and the Licensee states that the refrigerator is cleared weekly for excess food. Five (5) children\342\200\231s files were reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection and all required documents were present. Five (5) staff files (Licensee and four (4) teachers) were reviewed and all required documents were present. The Licensee has current CPR/First-Aid that expires 6/19/2023 and Mandated Reporter that expires on 6/14/2023. LPA reminded the Licensee that CPR/First-Aid and Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed every 2 years. The Licensee understands that she shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded the Licensee that there shall be at least one person with valid CPR and First-Aid certifications on site at all times or p resent during off site activities, such as field trips. The Licensee states that the facility transports children who need to be picked up after school and LPA observed that the Ford Transit is equipped with seven (7) booster chairs and is in good repair. The Licensee has current vehicle registration, vehicle insurance, and California Drivers License that expires 9/14/2023. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with th e Licensee , Stacey Botkin. As a result of today\342\200\231s inspection, no deficiencies were cited. 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