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25 | On 10/26/2022 at 1:47pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Catherine Fernandes met with Director Danniel Martinez for an Unannounced Required Annual Inspection. There were 39 school age children in care and four additional staff members. The teacher/child ratio was being met today. The center was toured for a health and safety inspection. The facility operates from 7:00am – 6:00pm Monday through Friday.
The center operates at the Gregory Gardens Elementary School, in one bungalow, in the school's playground area. The room floors, surfaces, furniture and equipment are sanitary. The heating and lighting and ventilation is adequate. There is one restroom in the classroom for the children, which is sanitary and operational conditions. There are supplies available for the children to wash and dry their hands. There is a separate bathroom for staff. The activities and toys appear to be age appropriate for the children in care. The playground equipment is in good condition and outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and free of any hazards. Climbing equipment is properly anchored to the ground with adequate and appropriate cushioning material to absorb falls. There is a shaded area provided for the children. LPA did not observe any bodies of water, free standing water, cleaning supplies, or toxic items accessible to children during todays inspection. The center prepares and provides snacks to the children while in care. There is a current menu posted. The kitchen area was maintained in a clean manner. Drinking water is available to the children indoors and outdoors, the children also bring water bottles and utilize the schools water fountains.
All required documents are posted for public review. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months, the last drill was done with the school in 9/22. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit, working telephone, a carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguishers and smoke detector. The fire system is hardwired. A review of six children records and five staff files were reviewed. There is an open and close staff member with a current CPR. The sign in and out binder was reviewed and reflects the number of children at the center. The children's roster was obtained while at the center.
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