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25 | An unannounced required inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Seung Lee. Upon arrival LPA Lee met with Valerie Nieves, Director who provided a tour of the facility. This preschool program consists of 2 classrooms. Hours of operations are Monday-Friday 6:30AM-6:00PM.
Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Each room identified on facility sketch were inspected. LPA observed that each classroom has its own restroom. Water for children is available for the children with cups and container. Storage for children's belongings and an isolation area with a sink, toilet, and mats/cots was inspected. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. General sanitation was observed. Director stated that the DIrector's office and staff restroom is used for ill children. Any medication for children is stored in the Director's office while cleaning products are stored in the kitchen cabinets per Director.
Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Water for children outside is provided by bringing the container and cups outside from the classroom. During the inspection LPA Lee observed that the sand in the outdoor play space was a bit shallow near the high impact landing areas of the smaller play structure of the outdoor area.
LPA Lee advised the facility to add more cushioning by adding more sand or other means to ensure the health and safety of children in care.
Snack/lunch menus were reviewed. This facility serves breakfast, AM snack, and PM snack. Lunch is brought from home by the children from home. LPA observed that the facility does not prepare any foods on site other than reheating. |