Routine inspection·June 9, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelso n, met with Licensee, Mindy Gillen , for an unannounced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility by staff member, Natalie, and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 23 preschool-age children and six staff members pres ent, which is compliant with capacity and ratio requirements. The facility has two year old children in the Sandpiper classroom and all other preschool-age children are in the Pelican classroom. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility and the hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:30AM-5:30PM . The facility completes sign-in/out using the App "Procare" and LPA advised that all digital sign-in/out still require parents to sign with full legal signature. Mindy states that due to connectivity issues, she has discontinued parent signature and LPA advised considering paper signature for parents with use of Procare. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 10/2021 , which is not compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. LPA observed two fully charge d 3A40BC fire extinguishers (last serviced: 6/2023), functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. There is a child in care who requires Incidental Medical Services (EpiPen & Inhaler) and the facility is administering medication at this time. LPA observed medication is stored inaccessible to children. T here 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’s, 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 were inspected by the LPA and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. During today's inspection, LPA observed children eating snack, doing Montessori "jobs," and engaging in circle time. There are sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Drinking water is available for children via water dispensers and water bottles from home labeled with the children’s names. Staff and children’s bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. There is a working telephone. The outdoor area was inspected and observed to be fenced in. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials (tanbark) to absorb falls. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today’s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by building overhang and large trees. There is a properly maintained sandbox, bikes, plastic play houses, garden boxes, and a playground for children to play with. The facility provides AM/PM snack to children and all food is provided through parent/community donations. Children in care provide their own lunch. The snack menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives. LPA advised adding serving portions to the menu as it currently indicates only portions for parent donation. Five children’s files were reviewed during today’s i nspection and most required documents were present. Five sta ff files were reviewed and all required documents were present. There is at least one staff member present with current CPR/First-Aid that expires 4/2024 . LPA reminded Mandated Reporter and First-Aid/CPR training should be renewed every two years. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed wit h staff member, Cheryl McGowen. As a result of today’s inspection, deficiencies were cited, see LIC809-D. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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 .