198002234-3-22-2024-33-CC-AEIN-D3LTTX-20240322150129

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198002234
Report Date: 03/22/2024
Date Signed: 03/22/2024 03:01:38 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/22/2024 03:01 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY		FACILITY NUMBER:	198002234
ADMINISTRATOR:	KARIN AGOP BILAVIAN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2361 FLORENCITA		TELEPHONE:	(818) 249-8783
CITY:	MONTROSE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91020
CAPACITY:	110	CENSUS: 48	DATE:	03/22/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Karin Agop Bilavian, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	03:10 PM

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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) Anomeh Eivazian conducted an unannounced required- 3 year inspection on 03/22/24 at 11:30 AM. LPA met with Karin Agop Bilavian, Director. LPA provided director with a copy of the Entrance Checklist for Child Care Centers form (LIC 125). Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 5 classrooms. Also, there is a Toddler option program on the premises which consists of one classroom. This facility is located on Armenian Sisters Academy Elementary School property. There is a Kindergarten program on the premises which is by the Elementary side of the school. Affidavit for Kindergarten program on file. Facility operation hours are from Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Per director, currently 65 children are enrolled in Preschool program. Per director, currently they do not have any toddlers enrolled in Toddler Option program. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Preschool program consists of two buildings. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection; Preschool Room Yellow A and B (2-3 years old): 2 staff with 12 preschoolers in the classroom having lunch, Red (Toddler classroom): No children, Preschool Blue B (4-5 years old): 2 staff with 9 preschoolers having lunch, Preschool Blue A (4-5 years old): 2 staff with 11 preschooler having lunch, Orange B (3-4 years old): No children, Orange A (3-4 years old): 2 staff with 16 preschoolers having lunch. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: PHYSICAL PLANT LPA observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Children have their own cubby to store their REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 OF 5

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina Gabelman	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anomeh Eivazian	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/22/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2024

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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198002234
	VISIT DATE: 03/22/2024

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belongings. Parents take Linens home each week on Friday or as needed and return it on Monday. Napping equipment (cots) were observed to be stored in each classroom. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. There will be supervision in the rest-rooms for both the preschoolers and the toddlers. All floors are clean and safe. General sanitation was observed. Per director, cleaning crew clean the facility daily after hours. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in the classroom. Per director children use their water bottles for drinking water.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication, and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states there are no poisons stored at the facility. Per director they have operable carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom. LPA observed required posting information were posted on the wall in hallway of preschool entrance.

All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal.

Outdoor 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. There are 3 outdoor preschool playgrounds (preschool back playground, preschool upper playground, and preschool sand/bike area), and one toddler outdoor playarea which is located between preschool back playground and preschool sand/bike area. All playgrounds are fenced and gated for separation of programs. Outdoor activity space for toddler program is physically separate from the preschool components at this facility. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.

The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this inspection. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.

TODDLER PROGRAM (in addition to general compliance): Toddler changing tables have a padded surface no less than one inch thick and are covered with washable vinyl or plastic and have raised sides at least three inches high. There is hot and cold running water by changing table.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina Gabelman	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anomeh Eivazian	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/22/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2024

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198002234
	VISIT DATE: 03/22/2024

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FACILITY RECORDS
Director, Karin Agop Bilavian was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Ten Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.

There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. LPA also reviewed five staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present had proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. All staff have been given on the-job training sanitation principles, housekeeping, including universal health precautions.

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Per director, they use Brightwheel and also Sign in and out sheets to sign in/out children. Sign in/out were reviewed on director's laptop and hard copy sign in and out sheet to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA observed sign in/out sheet was placed by each classroom. During this inspection 48 children were present, 47 children were singed in via Brighwheel and one child was signed in on paper. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 10/19/23.

Menus are posted one week in advance in each classroom where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Preschoolers are provided breakfast, lunch, and a PM snack.

First Aid supplies were observed in the main office. According to director, they do not administer medication to the children. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in main office or preschool director office. The ill child will use the staff restroom which is located on the older children building during isolation which is disinfected immediately after use per Site Supervisor.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina Gabelman	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anomeh Eivazian	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/22/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2024

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198002234
	VISIT DATE: 03/22/2024

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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Medication: 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

Analyst reviewed new Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, which requires the testing of water for lead in Child Care Centers (CCCs) with facility director during the inspection. Per AB 2370, all CCCs that are located in buildings constructed before January 1, 2010, must have their water tested and post the results by January 1, 2023, and every 5 years after the date of the first testing. Per director, facility completed water lead testing on 03/16/24, once they receive the results it will submitted to LPA. LPA asked director to submit LIC 9275, LIC 9276 and labeled facility sketch by 04/22/24.

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina Gabelman	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anomeh Eivazian	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/22/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2024

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198002234
	VISIT DATE: 03/22/2024

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Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Director, Karin Agop Bilavian 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.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Karin Agop Bilavian at 3:10 PM.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina Gabelman	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anomeh Eivazian	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/22/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2024

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