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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197408317
Report Date: 10/01/2024
Date Signed: 10/01/2024 11:30:23 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/01/2024 11:30 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY		FACILITY NUMBER:	197408317
ADMINISTRATOR:	JENNIFER CANNING		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	28355 SLOAN CANYON ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(661) 257-7669
CITY:	CASTAIC	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91384
CAPACITY:	60	CENSUS: 10	DATE:	10/01/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:	Director Christine Marybelle Aragon		TIME COMPLETED:	12:30 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	On 10/01/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alemoh met with the facility Director, Christine Aragon, for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 10 preschool children and 2 teachers on the premises, along with the Director. The hours of operation are 8:00AM - 12:30PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Their are 3 rooms the children use: Preschool Classroom: LPA observed cubbies for children to place their belongings. There is a storage closet for extra classrooms supplies, as well as a filing cabinet. Per director the filing and storage closet are remained locked. A sink in the classroom for children to wash their hands. Cleaning materials such as wet wipes were observed to be on the top of shelf above the classroom sink making them inaccessible to children. Bathroom with 1 toilet and 1 sink. The classroom bathroom also pertained extra storage space for children to place extra clothes. Activities conducted in the classroom are: painting, free/play time, reading, and homework if applicable. TK/PreK RM: LPA observed age appropriate toys and play equipment in the classroom. Learning materials, such as reading books, painting materials, and other academic activities. A classroom sink for children to wash their hands. Their is an attached brittle filter to the sink so that children are able to fill up their water bottles with filtered water. A bathroom with 1 sink and 1 toilet. In the bathroom is extra storage space for children to place extra clothes.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mariela Ramon	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3798
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh	TELEPHONE: 661-202-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/01/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/01/2024

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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197408317
	VISIT DATE: 10/01/2024

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LPA observed extra blanket storage in the bathroom. First Aid with supplies readily available. LPA observed a turtle tank in the classroom. Teachers supplies closet was observed with extra learning materials.

TK/Kindgergarten RM: Next to the Tk/PreK RM. This classroom is being utilized, this classroom has the same layout as the TK/PreK RM. There is a bathroom in the classroom with one toilet and 1 sink. A A classroom sink for children to wash their hands. Their is an attached brittle filter to the sink so that children are able to fill up their water bottles with filtered water.

Indoor/Children’s Area:
Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible and stored in the locked supplies closet. Poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children’s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate. There is a working telephone.

Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors (Drinking water is available inside the center in the form of filtered water to fill up each child's water bottle, or water gallons). LPA observed a sufficient quantity of mats available for napping preschool children. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (x2 2A10BC reading in the green zone).

Staff/Personnel Records: Director (qualified) qualifications were verified, Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mariela Ramon	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3798
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh	TELEPHONE: 661-202-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/01/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/01/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197408317
	VISIT DATE: 10/01/2024

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Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 09/12/2024 in the morning, CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed.

Posting Requirements: The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist.

Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available in each classroom. CPR/First Aid has expired. Per director statements, a renewal of the CPR training will be conducted on 10/05/2024. Mandated Reporter Training expires on 10/04/2025.

Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current.

Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed 3 toilets and 6 sinks. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located near the front entrance, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (Electronically and manually) available and completed daily. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises.

Napping: Per director statements children do not nap at the facility. However extra blankets and cots are available if children would like to nap.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mariela Ramon	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3798
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh	TELEPHONE: 661-202-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/01/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/01/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197408317
	VISIT DATE: 10/01/2024

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Outdoor: The facility has one playground area for the preschool children. Outside play area is completely fenced by an iron fence. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. There is a sand box and concrete areas for active play. A basketball court was observed for children to ride bikes. Play structures are age appropriate, and sturdy for children to play. The area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. There are edible fruit plants around the play area for children to pick and eat fruits: grapes, strawberries, raspberries as well as plant new fruit seeds in the garden. No bodies of water were observed. There is an umbrella for shade and rest, their is a table and bench area. LPA observed a storage shed for outdoor play that is master locked. There is a second gate on the right side of the play yard area which was observed to be locked.

Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate.

Health Related Services: Per director and teacher statements there are no medications on the premises for children or staff.

Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission (licensing medication form- LIC9221 - also used). LPA advised the Director must administer medication, and document the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication can be brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication will be properly labeled and stored in its original container.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Currently no IMS.

Food Service: The facility currently does not have a food program. Meals such as AM snack, PM snack are provided. Dry snacks are located in the supplies separate from the cleaning materials. The kitchen is off limits to preschool children.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mariela Ramon	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3798
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh	TELEPHONE: 661-202-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/01/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/01/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197408317
	VISIT DATE: 10/01/2024

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Supply Rm: LPA observed the supply room to contain a washer and dryer. Dry snacks are stored in a separate room in a locked container. Cleaning supplies were observed to be stored separate and away from the food. A fridge was observed to contain milk and juices.

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.

A Type B citation will be assessed at the time of this visit. See page 809D.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Christine. This report was read and provided to Director Christine along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Mariela Ramon	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3798
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh	TELEPHONE: 661-202-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/01/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/01/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 10/01/2024 11:30 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197408317
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 10/01/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101216(f)

Personnel Requirements

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the Director and two staff Pediatric First Aid and CPR expired back in 06/2024 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 10/12/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per director statements herself along with two of the staff members will be getting CPR/Pediatric trained on 10/05/2024. LPA Alemoh advised the director to send a copy of the completed CPR/Pediatric training before the due date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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: Mariela Ramon	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3798
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh	TELEPHONE: 661-202-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/01/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/01/2024

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