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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LITTLE SCHOOL HOUSE INC.License 493007940
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

An annual required inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Y. Yang. The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report on 02/11/25 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The LPA met with the facility's center director, Lisa Steindorf. The facility\342\200\231s operating hours are 07:00am-06:00pm, Monday \342\200\223 Friday. The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. This is a combination center with an infant license and toddler component; both programs are physically separate from each other. The toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces were clean, free of toxins, safe and in good condition. The facility was free of flies, insects and rodents. There is drinking water available to children both indoors in the classrooms and outdoors on the playground. The children\342\200\231s bathrooms were in sanitary condition. Food prep areas are clean. Food is properly stored and free of contamination. Garbage cans containing solid waste were in good repair and had tight fitting lids. Diaper changing locations were within arms reach of a sink and constructed of material that was easily disinfected and sanitized. The facility's play yard is fully fenced and free of hazards. There are no climbing structures observed on the play yard that require fall cushioning. The facility representative stated no weapons or poisons are stored on site. There is at least one smoke and carbon monoxide detector on site. During today's inspection the facility was operating within the licensed capacity. At least one staff member present during the visit possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications. The sign in/out procedure was reviewed and was in compliance with regulations. Ten children\342\200\231s records were reviewed and contained identification forms with authorized representative information, as well as medical assessments, immunization logs, parent's rights notification, and 15 minute nap check logs. Six staff records were also reviewed and contained the items specified in the inspection checklist. Continued on LIC 809-C Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . When any IMS is provided, an updated 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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP The facility representative 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the center director, Lisa Steindorf. There were no Title 22 deficiencies cited during today's inspection. 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

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    Reporting Requirements. (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events specified in (d)(1) below, a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working day and during its normal business hours. In addition, a written report containing the information specified in (d)(2) below shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event. (1) Events reported shall include the following: (C) Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety of any child. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on an interview with the center director on 12/20/24, the center director acknowledged that the facility failed to report this incident, which occurred on 12/03/24, to Community Care Licensing as required per regulations. This posed a potential health and safety risk to the children in care.

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  • RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION

    Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision. (a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs.(1) No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on staff interviews conducted on 12/20/24 and 01/08/25 and the center director's own admission, it was corroborated that child C1-C3 were without staff supervision and visual observation for a period of time while in the center's outdoor play area. This posed a potential health and safety risk to the children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the February 11, 2025 inspection of LITTLE SCHOOL HOUSE INC.?

This was a inspection inspection of LITTLE SCHOOL HOUSE INC. on February 11, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to LITTLE SCHOOL HOUSE INC. on February 11, 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 a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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