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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197418871
Report Date: 07/28/2022
Date Signed: 07/28/2022 05:38:59 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 07/28/2022 05:38 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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551



FACILITY NAME:LITTLE STARS ACADEMY PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197418871
ADMINISTRATOR:SANDOVAL, SONIAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:14237 VAN NUYS BOULEVARDTELEPHONE:
(818) 890-0220
CITY:ARLETASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91331
CAPACITY:69CENSUS: 51DATE:
07/28/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:59 PM
MET WITH:Sonia SandovalTIME COMPLETED:
05:45 PM
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On 7/28/22 Licensing Program Analyst Isabel Ortega met with Director, Sonia Sandoval and conducted an Annual Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. Upon arrival LPA observed 51 children in care and 7 teacher, Director and Owner.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA Ortega observed individual storage with children’s name labeled for children's belongings. There are five classrooms a total of 7 teachers and 51 children present today.

Each classroom consist of water pitchers of filtered water with cups for the children to drink. An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in the front the Director’s office. Children are provided with a cot for nap time. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. Restrooms were found to be clean and sanitary.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3359
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/28/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/28/2022
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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE STARS ACADEMY PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418871
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2022
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First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. The center provides food for the children enrolled. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. There is hot and cold running water in the kitchen/food preparation area. Food preparation area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children and stored separately and away from food. Menu is posted for parents review.

The outdoor play areas were inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other large play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Water jugs with are provided during outdoor play. The playground is well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play area. Children have access to water bottles (labeled) during outdoor play. A shaded rest area was observed in the back yard.



During the inspection LPA observed adequate teacher child ratio in each classroom. Care and supervision were evaluated and determine basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met. A review of the sign in/out sheet was conducted to verify the current census of children. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3359
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/28/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/28/2022
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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE STARS ACADEMY PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418871
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2022
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Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records and Blue cards are all in the children's files. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number. Director and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid and are current, does not expire until 2023. Mandated Reporter Training certificate are also current for Staff and Director.

The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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.htm

No deficiencies were observed at the time of the inspection.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3359
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/28/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/28/2022
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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE STARS ACADEMY PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418871
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2022
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A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.

Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com. Director is aware self and all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 540-4000.



For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/

The facility was found to be in compliance per Title 22 regulations, no deficiencies will be cited today. An exit interview was conducted with Sonia Sandoval, a copy of this Report and a Notice of Site visit was provided to facility.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Carissa BellTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3359
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/28/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/28/2022
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