197418648-11-6-2024-58-CC-LHEZ-DARUBC-20241106142606

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197418648
Report Date: 11/06/2024
Date Signed: 11/06/2024 02:26:13 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/06/2024 02:26 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	WORLD SPEAK LANGUAGE CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	197418648
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	AMEZQUITA, MICHAELA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1639 WESTWOOD AVE.		TELEPHONE:	(310) 871-1862
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90024
CAPACITY: 22	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 22	CENSUS: 18	DATE:	11/06/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Required	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:30 AM
MET WITH:	Michaela Amezquita, Center Director		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:35 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) Lilia Hernandez and Amelia Morales conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 11/06/2024. LPAs arrived at the facility at 8:30AM, identified self and met with Michaela Amezquita, Center Director who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPAs provided Center Director with a copy of the LIC125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. This is a preschool program which consists of 3 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Center Director was advised to submit an updated LIC200A Application for a Child Care Center License to report the updated hours of operation. There were 18 children and 2 staff present when LPAs arrived. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. Center Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. LPAs did not observe children belongs touching. Mats are provided for each child enrolled. Linens are brought from each child’s home and are sent home weekly to be washed. LPA observed napping equipment stored in each classroom. ---Page 1 of 4

SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/06/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/06/2024

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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WORLD SPEAK LANGUAGE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418648
	VISIT DATE: 11/06/2024

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Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. Per Center Director, children are provided bottle water.

Per Center Director, there are no firearms stored on the premises. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous, were inaccessible to children. Center Director states that poisons are locked in a cabinet under the sink near the outdoor play yard exit. LPAs observed the cabinet locked and inaccessible to children. LPAs observed that facility does have smoke detectors, and a serviced fire extinguisher dated 03/31/2024. A Carbon monoxide detector was observed and is operable. Center Director tested the carbon monoxide detector for LPAs. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 09/03/2024.

All Food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal.

Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPAs observed a blue sea sail installed to provide shade to children while outdoors. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPAs did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility. LPAs advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.

The facility did not complete the lead testing prior to their deadline. On 12/13/2023, during an annual review of the facility, it was noted that the facility provided drinking water via bottled water, approximately 20 gallons per week to ensure there is enough water for daily consumption and in case of an emergency. There are no drinking fountains or food preparation areas at the facility. During today’s inspection, LPAs observed the facility providing bottled drinking water to children.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/06/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/06/2024

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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WORLD SPEAK LANGUAGE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418648
	VISIT DATE: 11/06/2024

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LPAs notified Center Director that a declaration stating why the lead testing was not completed is pending. The facility continues to not use the water from the faucets in the facility for drinking or food preparation. LPAs advised Center Director to submit their declaration and request for a waiver for an exemption for lead testing from the Department to LPA Hernandez via email by 11/20/2024.

Children’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms were documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in.

LPAs also reviewed staff records. The review of staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Staff present did have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza.

Menus were observed posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must be available upon request. Per Center Director, the facility provides a mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack to children and children bring lunch from home daily.

First Aid supplies were observed and inspected. According to Center Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored inaccessible to children. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the center office.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPAs reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records.
For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. ---Page 3 of 4

SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/06/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/06/2024

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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WORLD SPEAK LANGUAGE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197418648
	VISIT DATE: 11/06/2024

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Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

Center Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

There were no deficiencies cited during today’s inspection.

A Notice of Site Visit was provided. The Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Michaela Amezquita, Center Director.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Rita Ramos
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilia Hernandez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/06/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/06/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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