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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197403977
Report Date: 11/05/2019
Date Signed: 11/05/2019 03:38:40 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550

FACILITY NAME:	NEW LIFE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN		FACILITY NUMBER:	197403977
ADMINISTRATOR:	JENNIFER NAJERA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	10650 RESEDA BOULEVARD		TELEPHONE:	(818) 368-0700
CITY:	NORTHRIDGE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91326
CAPACITY:	75	CENSUS: 29	DATE:	11/05/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:02 PM
MET WITH:	Jennifer Najera		TIME COMPLETED:	03:53 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Sims and Thompson- Miller were greeted by above facility’s Director Jennifer Najera. LPAs were at the facility to conduct an unannounced random annual inspection. Upon arrival LPAs observed 29 napping children and six teachers. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Director stated there were no medications in the facility at this time. The facility's hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Per the Director, the facility does not transport any children. The facility uses rooms 109,113,114, and 117 for child care, and 115 and 118 joined together as a large napping room. The facility has three bathrooms with a total of three urinals, 9 sinks, and 9 toilets. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected. The toilets were functional and there was toilet paper, soap, and paper towels. Furniture and equipment were inspected for operable conditions and age appropriateness. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPAs observed individual storage for children's belongings (cubbies). Children have access to water through water pitchers and disposable water cups located inside of the classroom. Children also have their own cups with their names on them. The facility uses the one side of the nap room to isolate sick children. Children are provided with cots for nap time. Director indicated the children's bedding is washed by parents weekly.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 789-6944
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jesse Sims	TELEPHONE: (661) 789-6944
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/05/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/05/2019

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550

FACILITY NAME: NEW LIFE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN	FACILITY NUMBER: 197403977
	VISIT DATE: 11/05/2019

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First Aid supplies, smoke detector, carbon monoxide and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) was fully charged. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. The facility provides, am and pm snacks, and lunch for the children. Parents also have the choice to provide their own lunches. Food was inspected and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Kitchen area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. The kitchen has an industrial sink, stove, refrigerator, and freezer. Menu is posted, dated, and accessible for parent’s review. Allergies are posted in each classroom and in the kitchen.

The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, sand, conditions and age appropriateness. Climbing structures, slides, and play equipment were found to be securely anchored with cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children have access to water through water pitchers and disposable cups during outdoor activities. The playground is fenced all around, and no bodies of water were observed in the outdoor play area. The playground area has a shaded rest area for the children.

Children and staff files were reviewed and found to be complete. The facility roster and fire drills were up to date, and all staff have been fingerprinted and associated to the facility. The facility director has a current CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification, which expires on 08/30/2021 Note: Online CPR/ First aid courses are not acceptable and would result in a citation. During the inspection LPAs observed adequate teacher child ratio in each classroom. The parent board was reviewed and had all of the required forms posted and accessible to parents.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 789-6944
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jesse Sims	TELEPHONE: (661) 789-6944
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/05/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/05/2019

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1605 EAST PALMDALE BLV, STE A
PALMDALE, CA 93550

FACILITY NAME: NEW LIFE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN	FACILITY NUMBER: 197403977
	VISIT DATE: 11/05/2019

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The new two-part online mandated reporter Mandated Training (MRT) went live in May 2019. It contains a General Training and a Child Care Specific Training. Staff who took the training after May 2019, even if recertifying, had to take both the General and Child Care Specific Training Segments. The post- May 2019 General Training is required once. When licensees and staff recertify in two years, they will only need to complete the Child Care Specific Training. Those who took the online (MRT) before May 2019 will need to take both parts of the online training when they recertify. Assembly Bill AB 752, California's first law addressing suspension and expulsion in preschool. Visit the Preventing Suspension and Expulsion of Young Children in Childcare and Early Education Sites.

The following was discussed with the director:

Smoking is prohibited on the premises of a child care center; Infant walkers, baby jumpers, exercisers, baby rockers and any other item that falls into that category are prohibited; Earthquake safety and necessity of drills are to be conducted every 6 months and logged; Required forms for children’s files, facility files, staff files, and posting requirements; Fingerprint clearances and the transfer process.

Children are inspected (wellness check) for illness as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that over the counter medication or prescription medication (current date) is administered only with parents written permission. Medication is brought and taken home daily and is stored properly labeled in its original container. Facility currently has no prescription medication for children.

The director was reminded it is his/her responsibility to visit the departments website to obtain licensing forms, Quarterly Updates, and Provider Information Notices (PINs): www.ccld.ca.gov

Child Care Advocates:
To sign up for our Quarterly Updates please email the Child Care Advocates at
childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov & (916) 654-1541.

The above facility was found to be in substantial compliance. No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this report, and notice of site visit was provided to director, Jennifer Najera.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 789-6944
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jesse Sims	TELEPHONE: (661) 789-6944
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/05/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/05/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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