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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494666
Report Date: 10/16/2020
Date Signed: 01/28/2021 10:29:26 AM

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:	TODDLER GARDEN, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	197494666
ADMINISTRATOR:	BRAVO, LYNETTE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1249 26TH STREET		TELEPHONE:	(310) 740-4557
CITY:	SANTA MONICA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90404
CAPACITY:	34	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	10/16/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:07 AM
MET WITH:	Kim Isreal - co-owner and Lynette Bravo - director		TIME COMPLETED:	01:08 PM

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On 10/16/2020 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chandler made an announced visit to The Toddler Garden Preschool for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Kim Isreal (administrator) and Lynette Bravo who provided a tour of the facility. The applicant/Licensee is requesting a capacity of 34 preschool age children ages . The facility is a converted 2 unit property with an approved fire clearance.

The following was observed of the:

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger

Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in the front class room only at the time of the visit. Applicant was advised to equip room number two with a carbon monoxide devise.

First aid kit were located in each classroom with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, and thermometer. Mounted first aide boxes were observed in each classroom and outdoors will be used for incidental medical supplies.

Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good repair

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/16/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/16/2020

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: TODDLER GARDEN, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494666
	VISIT DATE: 10/16/2020

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Heating and Cooling was provided by central air and heating, windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris

Adequate lighting was observed

Classrooms were clean, no hazardous conditions were observed during todays inspection.

Storage for children’s belongings were observed

Trash cans used for solid waste were observed with tight fitting lids

No fireplaces and open face heaters were observed

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children, placed in locked cabinets

The library room will be used for isolation of ill children and the staff restroom located out side of the library room will be used for the ill children

The nearest working telephone is located in the office.

Parents/Authorized adult will sign in using their original signatures

The required postings were also posted in this common area.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/16/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/16/2020

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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: TODDLER GARDEN, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494666
	VISIT DATE: 10/16/2020

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Napping is not required based on the centers schedule. The facility's operational hours are mandated by the city of Santa Monica ordinance and can only operate until 3:00 P.M. Children also have flexible schedules. The center provides mats for children who wish to nap. Mats were observed in individual storage bags, in a cabinet located in room number 2.

Measurements for the indoor activity space was 1271.62 divided by 35 SQ. FT. per child = 36 children

FOOD SERVICE:

Lunches and snacks will be provided by parents. During the Covid 19 pandemic no family style meals shall be served.

Center shall devise an Incidental Medical Service plan and provide to parents of children requiring Epi-pen, Inhalers, and Gastrotomy devises.

The center has a full kitchen for preparing or heating meals. LPA did not observe any rotting or contaminated foods in this area.

The kitchen was clean in good condition with the necessary appliances; refrigerator,stove, and microwave for meal preparations

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/16/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/16/2020

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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: TODDLER GARDEN, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494666
	VISIT DATE: 10/16/2020

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RESTROOMS

THERE WERE:

4 toilets = 1 toilet per 15 children = 60 children

4 sinks = 1 sink per 15 children = 60 children

The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered cold water.

Toilets and sinks were age appropriate

CAPACITY BASED ON SINKS AND TOILETS = 60 children

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in the outdoor activity space in good repair.

There were two play yards; the front play yard is located in the front of the center, the yard is fully gated with an electronic entry system. The second yard is located in between the two class rooms (court yard) and was fully enclosed in between the two class room and gates 4 inches or higher.

There was a fruit tree that extended within children's reach. LPA advised that the tree be pruned back making the fruits inaccessible to children.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/16/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/16/2020

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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: TODDLER GARDEN, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494666
	VISIT DATE: 10/16/2020

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Sand, grass, and wood chips were used for cushioning. Applicant will provide a contract from the gardener regarding care of the sanded area.

Water pitchers were available as an outdoor and indoor water source

Trees and awnings provided shading in the out doors area

Benches for resting were available for children's use.

Measurements for the outdoor activity space = 2389.37 divided by 75 SQ. FT. per child for a total capacity of 31 preschool children.

A copy of this report will be electronically mailed to the applicant/director for review and signature. A read receipt shall confirm as receipt of the electronically delivered report.

Applicant/Licensee shall print and sign the report and mail it with the original signature to the assigned l licensing office.

If there are any questions or concerns please contact the department at (424) 301-3077

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/16/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/16/2020

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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: TODDLER GARDEN, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494666
	VISIT DATE: 10/16/2020

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· Licensee/Applicant was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.
· Licensee/Applicant was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family childcare home during the hours of operation.
· Licensee/Applicant was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome.
· Applicant was also reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation.
· 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.
· Licensee/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
· Also, discussed was; 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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Peter Flores	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3077
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3068
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/16/2020

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2020

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