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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197419123
Report Date: 02/13/2025
Date Signed: 02/13/2025 01:24:15 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/13/2025 01:24 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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	BUILDING BLOCKS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY		FACILITY NUMBER:	197419123
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	ORR, KAYLEN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	3734 CENTINELA AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 397-7500
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90066
CAPACITY: 35	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 35	CENSUS: 29	DATE:	02/13/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:00 AM
MET WITH:	KAYLEN ORR, DIRECTOR		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:00 PM

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On 02/13/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lisa Clayton conducted an unannounced Required 3-year Inspection at Building Blocks. LPA Clayton met with Director Kaylen Orr. LPA Clayton observed 29 children being supervised and cared for appropriately by 8 fingerprint cleared staff. Facility hours of operation are Monday - Fridays 7:30am – 5:00pm. The CCC provides water.

LPA Clayton toured the facility indoors and outdoors for a Health and Safety Inspection. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.

All children are under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The CCC is in compliance with Title 22 regulations regarding Staff to Student ratios.

There are no pools, ponds, or any other bodies of water on the property. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. All poisons are kept in a locked cabinet area.

LPA Clayton inspected the classrooms and observed age-appropriate toys, books and furnishings. Furniture and equipment in the classrooms are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity spaces and the play structures are maintained in a safe condition and are free of hazards.

All hand washing facilities and toilets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPA inspected napping equipment placement, bedding and storage for safety. Water temperature, toilet paper, paper towels, safety and sanitation were inspected. Floors in the facility are clean and safe.

LPA Clayton conducted a Health and Safety inspection of the food storage area and observed it to be free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is to be discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.

Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (310) 740-3038
Lisa Clayton	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3206
	DATE: 02/13/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2025

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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: BUILDING BLOCKS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419123
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2025

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The CCC had the water tested and received testing results on 05/23/2023 – no lead exceedances.

LPA Clayton observed 2 fully charged 2A:10B:C fire extinguishers at either end of the classroom. LPA Clayton observed a working smoke detector and a working carbon monoxide detector in the classroom.

LPA Clayton reviewed 5 children’s files and observed files to be in compliance as they contain current contact information of parents and authorized representatives, authorization for medical treatment, signed Parent’s Rights and signed Personal Rights receipts and all other LIC forms as required.

LPA Clayton reviewed 5 employee files and observed CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter training certificates as required for opening and closing staff, required LIC forms and immunizations required for childcare providers.

Director Kaylen 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 Childcare 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.

Incidental Medical Services – IMS services are currently being provided. LPA Clayton provided Director with the IMS sample plan and instructed her to forward copies to the Department immediately upon completion. LPA Clayton instructed Director Joe to store any unrefrigerated medication in a locked box, inaccessible to children in care. 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/.

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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (310) 740-3038
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lisa Clayton	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3206
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2025

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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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: BUILDING BLOCKS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419123
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2025

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

LPA Clayton reminded Licensee to access the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov for access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

Director Kaylen stated that the CCC is interested in having the sanctuary and annex room added to the on-limit spaces for the center. LPA Clayton suggested she submit an application.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health and Safety Codes, no Deficiencies were cited.

During the exit interview the report was reviewed and provided to Director Kaylen.

LPA Clayton posted a Notice of Site Visit which must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karren Starks	TELEPHONE: (310) 740-3038
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lisa Clayton	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3206
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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