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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197407865
Report Date: 06/03/2019
Date Signed: 10/31/2019 11:52:32 AM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTENFACILITY NUMBER:
197407865
ADMINISTRATOR:SHIRANI PERERAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:526 SOUTH IRENATELEPHONE:
(310) 316-8449
CITY:REDONDO BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90277
CAPACITY:45CENSUS: 50DATE:
06/03/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:Case Management - DeficienciesUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Shirani Perera - DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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***THIS IS AN AMENDED REPORT TO CORRECT CENSUS OF CHILDREN IN FACILITY. THERE WAS A TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR IN TOTAL CENSUS IN ORIGINAL REPORT*** THE FACILITY WAS MADE AWARE DURING OFFICE MEETING WITH THE DIRECTOR ON 10/29/19***
On 6/3/19 at 9:00 AM, an unannounced case management inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Helen Estrella, in conjunction with a complaint inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Teacher Ratnasekareand LPA informed her the nature of the visit. The Center Director Shirani Perera arrived to the facility 35 minutes later. There was a census of 43 preschool children and 7 toddlers with 3 teachers, 1 aide upon arrival.

The following deficiencies were observed during today's visit:
On 6/3/19, at 10:36 AM, LPA conducted another census and observed the facility census with a total count of 7 toddlers and 43 preschool children with 3 teachers, 3 teacher assistants and the Director. This brings the total census of the facility to 50.

At 9:30 AM, LPA observed Adult #1 arrive to facility and working in the facility, assisting in Classroom C&D during during today's inspection. Adult #1 states she does not remember when she started working at the facility, but knows it has been less than a month. Adult #1 states has not completed Live Scan process and it was confirmed she does not have a Criminal Record Clearance and/or was associated to the facility. LPA requested Adult #1 to be removed from the facility and the Director was informed that all adults/employees/volunteers must obtain a Criminal Record Clearance/exemption prior to working/assisting with children and being in the facility. LPA reviewed Adult #1 file.

From 10:36am to 11:30am, LPA observed Classroom C&D with 17 children and to be observed by 2 aides and no qualified teacher at this time. The Director states Teacher called out for the day and another qualified teacher arrived to the facility at 11:30AM.

At 11:27AM, LPA observed 3 preschool children in the restroom alone, unsupervised playing with water. LPA informed aide whom assisted children to the classroom.

Between 12:07 PM to 12:55 PM, LPA observed 5 preschool children picked up from the center and the facility's capacity totaled 45 children bringing the facility to compliance.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/03/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/03/2019
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 197407865
VISIT DATE: 06/03/2019
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Deficiencies were observed and Type A citations will be issued today, 6/3/19. Civil penalty in the amount of $500 was assessed. See 809-D for deficiencies cited.

AB 633 was discussed:


This bill requires that, upon receipt, a licensed child care facility shall provide to the parents or guardians of each child receiving services in the facility:
  1. Copies of any licensing report that documents any Type A citation. This includes facility visits and substantiated complaint investigations.
  2. Any licensing documents pertaining to a conference conducted by a local licensing agency management representative with the licensee in which issues of noncompliance are discussed.
  3. Copies of a summary of an accusation indicating the Department’s intent to revoke the license, until that accusation is either dismissed or resolved through the administrative hearing process or stipulated agreement.
  4. Copies of any of the above licensing documents that the licensee has received in the prior 12-month period shall be provided to the parents of newly enrolling child, upon enrollment.

An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the notice of site visit and appeal rights were provided to Shirani Perara, Center Director.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/03/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/03/2019
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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 197407865
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/03/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
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DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type A
06/04/2019
Section Cited

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Criminal Record Clearance: All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility
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This requirement is not met as evidence by Adult #1 observed working at the facility without a Criminal Record Clearance and/or exemption to the facility for more than 5 days. This is a type A Deficiency as it poses immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Adult #1 is not to be at the facility until a criminal record clearance and/or exemption and association is obtained.
Type A
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Section Cited

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Teacher-Child Ratio: The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance.
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by LPA observed Classroom C&D with 17 children and to be observed by 2 aides and no qualified teacher from 10:36am to 11:30am. Facility was operating beyond staffing ratios. This is a type A Deficiency as it poses immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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business day on 6/4/19, explaining how the facility will remain within required ratios at all times.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/03/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/03/2019
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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 197407865
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/03/2019
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type A
06/04/2019
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Limitations on Capacity: A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation.
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by LPA observed the facility capacity at 50 children from 10:36AM to 12:55PM and facility is licensed for 45 children.
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business day on 6/4/19, explaining how the facility will remain within required ratios at all times.
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Responsiblity for Providing Care & Supervision: No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation.
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by At 11:27AM, LPA observed 3 preschool children in the restroom alone, unsupervised playing with water. This poses an immediate risk to the health & safety of the children.
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6/4/19 to LPA.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/03/2019
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/03/2019
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