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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197411956
Report Date: 07/29/2019
Date Signed: 07/29/2019 11:40:48 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:	CIRCLE OF CHILDREN PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	197411956
ADMINISTRATOR:	GATHRID, MICHELE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1227 MONTANA AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 393-7731
CITY:	SANTA MONICA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90403
CAPACITY:	40	CENSUS: 40	DATE:	07/29/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:50 AM
MET WITH:	Michele Gathrid, Center Director		TIME COMPLETED:	12:00 PM

NARRATIVE
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 07/29/2019 at 09:50 am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Sabrina Martinez and Antonio Almanza conducted an unannounced annual/random inspection at the facility. LPA met with Michele Gathrid, Center Director, and discussed the purpose of the visit. Upon arrival, LPA observed children engaged in classroom activities. LPA observed a total of 40 children present being supervised by 8 staff members. LPA verified that all adults have obtained criminal record clearances and are associated to the facility. LPA reviewed the sign in and sign out sheets to verify the census. A walk through of the room space was conducted, the space was found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. Furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation. Drinking water is readily available. Isolation area for sick students is in the Director’s office. LPA observed adequate arrangements for isolation and care of ill children. The bathroom and toileting areas were inspected, LPA observed adequate toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility’s capacity. Toilets flush properly, toilet and sinks are reachable by the children in care. The restroom has adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. The bathroom was found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom area. The facility provides am/pm snacks. Children bring their own Lunch from home. LPA observed a menu posted. Food preparation area was toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. A review of cleaning and food supply storage areas was made. 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sabrina Martinez	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3059
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/29/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/29/2019

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: CIRCLE OF CHILDREN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197411956
	VISIT DATE: 07/29/2019

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The facility has one or more functioning fire extinguishers, smoke detectors that meet statutory requirements. LPA observed a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher. Facility was observed to be operating within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. At least one person was observed to be trained in CPR and Pediatric 1st Aid. Staff #1has completed the training for Adult and Pediatric CPR AED/ Basic First Aid (expires 01/13/2021).

This facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. 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.html.

The licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations for Child Care Center online at www.ccld.ca.gov. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov. The licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must have the facility’s phone number at all times; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco on the premises.

The Center Director was informed of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects in order to disseminate information on the State’s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on child care licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541

Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov

The following were also discussed with the Center Director:

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sabrina Martinez	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3059
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/29/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/29/2019

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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: CIRCLE OF CHILDREN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197411956
	VISIT DATE: 07/29/2019

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Assembly Bill 633: Upon receipt of a citation for a Type A Deficiency, the director shall post the licensing report for 30 days in addition to the Notice of Site Visit & provide copies of the licensing report (LIC 809D/9099D) to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility by the close of business the following day or the next day child returns to the facility. The same report must be provided to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months & licensee will obtain a signed Acknowledgement of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) from parent/guardian & place it in each child's file.

New Immunization Requirement: Law enacted by SB 277, beginning January 1, 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into child care or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint.

New Appeal Process: A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment. All appeals must be sent to: California Department of Social Services | Community Care Licensing Division | 300 N. Continental Blvd. Suite 290-A |El Segundo, CA 90245

Assembly Bill 1207: California Child Care Workers; Mandated Training Requirement. Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees must complete Mandated Reported Training prior to March 30, 2018 and renew training every two years at: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Nutrition Requirement: Beginning January 1, 2016, AB 290 will require for each new license issued, at least one director or teacher at each child care center or family child care home to have at least one hour of training in the importance of childhood nutrition. This applies to anyone submitting a new application, relocating their facility, selling their facility or transferring their license. Please note this training cannot be completed online or by home study programs. The training must be taken from an Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved training program OR an accredited college or university.

An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the Notice of Site Visit were provided to Michele Gathrid, Center Director.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sabrina Martinez	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3059
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/29/2019

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/29/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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