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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seung Lee conducted an unannounced required inspection.. LPA met with Director, Fiona Mersley, who guided Analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of five (3) classrooms, and days and hours of operation are Monday thru Friday, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Adequate lighting and ventilation were observed in each classroom. Napping equipment and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage and cleanliness. Each child has a fold-up blanket, which is taken home at the end of the week. Storage for children's belongings was inspected. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting lids.
Snack menus were reviewed. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Children bring their own lunch and snacks. Snacks are provided to children who did not prepare their own from home during AM and PM snack times per Director. There are water fountains in all classrooms where a water dispenser is provided with plastic cups.The children bring their water from indoors outside during outside play time.
At this time, the room adjacent to the office is used as an isolation area for ill children. There is a small couch available for ill children to use and the children will use the staff restroom.
During this inspection, LPA advised the facility to refer to the latest California Department of Health guidelines for Child Care Centers. |