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25 | Licensing Program Analyst Erwina Pascual-Golamco (LPA) met with Acting Director, Shayne Hodgkin, for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, and outdoor play areas. Census included 5 preschool children being supervised by the Director. Another staff member was called during inspection. Director was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday from 8:15 AM to 2:30 PM during regular School Year, and 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM during Summer Camp.
Director 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.
Classrooms are clean, including the carpets and floors, and are free from hazards. Chemicals were kept inaccessible to children. Bathrooms were observed and all sinks and toilets were sanitary and in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. There is First Aid equipment available. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPA observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center.
The facility provides morning snack, and the families provide their own lunch, with minimal food preparation. LPA observed a posted menu and observed food stored at safe temperatures. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors, and children bring their own water bottles from home. Outdoor play area were inspected and is in good condition. The facility is following a Waldorf Program.
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