197419181-2-13-2024-30-CC-JLAO-D2F6GD-20240213194747

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197419181
Report Date: 02/13/2024
Date Signed: 02/13/2024 07:48:05 PM

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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:	MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	197419181
ADMINISTRATOR:	STEPHANIE PATTON-HOLLOMAN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2061 W. SLAUSON AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(323) 299-7169
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90047
CAPACITY:	69	CENSUS: 18	DATE:	02/13/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:45 AM
MET WITH:	Stephanie Patton, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	03:40 PM

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On 2/13/2024 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Judy Laureano and Ranita Richmond conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at the above mentioned facility. LPAs were greeted by Teacher Velvet Oakley. LPAs conducted a self guided tour of the facility inside and outside of the facility. Director Stephanie Patton arrived at facility at approximately 12:30pm.

Facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Facility is licensed to service 5 toddler children ages 18 months years old to 2 years old and 64 Preschool children ages 2 to 6 years old with a max capacity of 69 children.

LPAs observed the following:
Preschool room (Bumble Bee)- 11 children with one teacher and one assistant.

Kindergarten Room (Home Sweet)- 6 children with one teacher.

Toddler Room (Lady Bug)- no children observed in class.

LPAs observed children being served and eating lunch at arrival. LPA Richmond confirmed with staff the ages of the children. Two children with a toddler component were observed eating lunch at the table with Preschool age children. Type A citation issued for CCR 101216.6(a)(2): Facility did not ensure the toddler program shall be conducted in areas physically separate from those used by older or younger children. Which possess an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.

Classrooms were observed and inspected. Classrooms were observed with age-appropriate materials and a variety of manipulatives. Classrooms were observed to have fine and gross motor activities centers. Classroom was observed to have children’s cubbies where children’s store their personal belongings. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed First Aid kits and emergency bag packs by the door.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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: MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419181
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

CCR

101216.4(a)(2)

Preschool Program with Toddler Component

(2) The toddler program shall be conducted in areas physically separate from those used by older or younger children. Space planning and usage for the toddler component shall be governed by the provisions of Section 101438.3. Plans to alternate use of outdoor play space must be approved by the Department. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having 2 toddler program children eating luch with the preschool program, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/16/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Staff took the 1 toddler to their prespective classroom and director agrees to ensure toddlers participating in the toddler program stay in their prespective class and outdoor area. Director will submit writing statement to LPA ensuring that regulations are understood and maintained.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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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: MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419181
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 6 files did not have valid certifications, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/28/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director agrees to have all 5 staff members complete mandated reporter training and submit proof to LPA via email. www.mandatedreporterca.com

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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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: MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419181
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2024

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Facility is open to enroll children that might need medication administered. Medication, if needed, is stored in the director’s office in a locked box. LPA reminded facility to ensure that all medication is stored with all necessary LIC forms. All prescription and nonprescription medication shall be centrally stored in accordance with the following requirements: medication shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to the children in care, each container shall have an unaltered label. Currently facility does not have any children that need medication.

School custodial staff cleans and disinfects the preschool classroom. Teachers are responsible for the day-to-day cleaning. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are stored away from the children under sink in the kitchen and high on top of cabinet shelves in the restrooms- content inaccessible to the children in care.

Facility provides meals and snacks and menus are posted on the front parent board. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. LPA advised, copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request.

Water is readily available to children via gallon sized water bottles inside and outside the classrooms. Children are provided disposable cups and teacher ensure they are filled as needed.

Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.

Playground equipment is in 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. Areas around high climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb falls. Teacher ensure playground and outdoor equipment is safe and free of hazard before children use the area. Director removed a children’s bicycle that was missing a pedal, director agrees to remove and/or repair item.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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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: MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419181
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2024

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LPAs observed all toilets and hand washing facilities. LPAs observed toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility’s capacity. Toilets flush properly, toilets and sinks are reachable by the children in care. Water temperature, toilet paper, paper towels were inspected. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.

Parent board was observed with all necessary posting in the front. Fire drills and earthquake drills are completed monthly.

The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. Facility contracts with a Pest control vendor to ensure that facility stays pest free.

There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. LPAs observed working fire extinguisher, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the classroom. LPA observed a centralized pull fire alarm and smoke alarm throughout the facility. All electrical outlets were observed to be covered.

Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption.

LPAs reviewed six staff files. Five staff files were missing mandated reporter training. Type B citation issued for HSC 1596.8662(b)(1):Facility did not ensure on or before 3/30/18….and shall complete renewed mandated reporter training every two years….which can potentially cause health, safety, and personal rights risks to children in care.

At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. LPA’s reviewed 6 staff files and observed 4 files with current CPR and Pediatric First Aid. LPA discussed the importance of making sure all Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid training is EMSA approved. Mandated Reporter training was observed to be current for all staff. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed 5 files complete. LPA Laureano provided facility director the updated LIC 311A and LIC 125 to use as a reference when auditing files.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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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: MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419181
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2024

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The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. Sign in/out was observed by the front door entrance of the facility. LPAs reminded director of importance of having children signed in correctly daily.

All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than 12 children in care.

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

Facility representative 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.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP).

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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) 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/.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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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: MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 197419181
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2024

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Facility representative, Stephanie Patton 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Stephanie Patton.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia Escobedo	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3060
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2024

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