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25 | On July 3, 2019 at 3:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Miriam Cohen met with Preschool Director, Maria Bitsakis, Little Sprouts Preschool, 197418700 located at 1921 N. Gaffey Street Suite “A”, San Pedro, CA 90731 for the purpose of conducting an Annual Required Inspection utilizing KIT 3 guidelines. LPA Cohen toured and inspected all rooms, interior and exterior, identified in the facility sketch. The preschool hours are from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Facility is operating within capacity limitations.
Upon arriving at the preschool, LPA Cohen observed 23 children being supervised by four adults.
LPA observed care provided in three classrooms:
Toddler classroom with a ratio of one teacher to three children
Mixed Age classroom with a ratio of one teacher to 10 children
Prekindergarten classroom with a ratio of one teacher to 10 children
LPA inspected each classroom and found them to be clean and free from any potential hazards.
LPA observed the classroom to have age appropriate material and equipment. Furniture in the classroom is found to be in good repair and age appropriate. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation. Snacks are provided by the facility and a menu was observed posted at the facility. Food and snacks were inspected for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. A review of cleaning and food supply storage areas was made.
Director stated that the isolation area for sick students is located in the Director's office on a mat.
Inspection of the outdoor play area was conducted. LPA Cohen observed climbing structures, swings, slides, and other large play equipment to be securely anchored with adequate cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Drinking water is readily available on the play yard. There is adequate shade for the children in care. Fencing around the perimeter of the play area is at least 4 feet high. Playground is free from miscellaneous debris such as tree branches, trash, leaves, etc. |