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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494610
Report Date: 03/25/2021
Date Signed: 04/25/2021 10:54:41 PM

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:	BABY GENIUSES PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	197494610
ADMINISTRATOR:	SHERIAH SMITH		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	15328 S. VERMONT		TELEPHONE:	(310) 715-1582
CITY:	GARDENA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90247
CAPACITY:	33	CENSUS: 4	DATE:	03/25/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	05:15 PM
MET WITH:	Sheriah Smith		TIME COMPLETED:	07:15 PM

NARRATIVE
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 Analyst (LPA), V. Wheatley met with applicant Sheriah Smith at 5:15PM and conducted a prelicensing inspection for the purpose of a new license for new ownership. The applicant is requesting a license for 33 preschool children. LPA observed 4 preschool children on the premises in one classroom upon arrival. The children were properly supervised an left shortly after arrival. LPA observed the facility operating in accordance with the Los Angeles County Public Health Guidelines in regards to Covid-19. LPA observed signs posted, sanitizing station at the front door and temperature checks. The facility was inspected by the Los Angeles City Fire Department and granted a fire clearance. The facility is equipped with fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors. The staff will conduct fire drills on a regular basis and log the drills. LPA observed adequate lighting and ventilation. Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed. The children are using their own separate toys at this time. No pillows, stuffed animals and the like are allowed at this time. LPA observed cubbies for the children's belongings, LPA observed napping cots and linen which is kept separate. The staff prepare food on the premises. The food is served separately. The kitchen is off-limits. LPA observed cleaning supplies and disinfectant which is kept out of the reach of children. LPA observed a first aid kit. Drinking water is provided for children to freely drink. LPA inspected and measured four preschool classrooms. Classroom 1 at entrance measured 310 square feet. Classroom 2 measured 310 square feet Classroom 3 measured 265 square feet Classroom 4 measured 265 square feet Total = 1150 square feet =33 capacity

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2021

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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: BABY GENIUSES PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494610
	VISIT DATE: 03/25/2021

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*The applicant was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days.

LPA inspected the kitchen which is used for preparing food for the children. The food is served separately and individually. The kitchen is off-limits and the door will remain closed and locked at all times.

LPA inspected the children's restroom and observed 3 toilets and 3 sinks = 45 capacity.

LPA inspected the Outdoor Play Space measured 1619 square feet.

The total capacity for indoor activity space is = 33 capacity/children.
The total capacity for outdoor play space is = 22 capacity/children.

Based on today's observation and measurements a license will be granted when the follow corrections are completed and submitted to the department:

1. Post hand washing signs in the all restrooms and at all the sinks in classrooms and kitchen.
2. Playground waiver request submitted.

An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report will be provided to the applicant by email via read receipt.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2021

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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: BABY GENIUSES PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494610
	VISIT DATE: 03/25/2021

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The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (PUB394) was discussed with the licensee and the licensee was advised that it must be posted in an area of the home accessible to parents.
Children's forms will be completed by authorized representative prior to enrollment and kept separately.
Applicant was made aware of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects to disseminate information on the State’s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on childcare licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541; Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
Commencing September 1, 2016, SB 792, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. Exemption were also discussed.
Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, 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. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (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
Child Care Quarterly updates will be read as they come out, to stay informed of any changes or updates to statutes and regulations.
Unusual incidents will be reported to the department within 24 hours and written on LIC 624 within 7 days.
LPA Wheatley discussed AB633 and informed applicant that upon receipt of a Type A deficiency, the applicants shall post and provide copies of this licensing report (LIC 809 or LIC 9099 and copy of LIC 9224) to parent/guardians of children in care at the facility and to new parents/guardians of children enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100 per violation will be assessed.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2021

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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