198006195-6-5-2023-06-CC-MQUO-CSHTU9-20230605150159

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198006195
Report Date: 06/05/2023
Date Signed: 06/05/2023 03:02:06 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, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME:	HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS		FACILITY NUMBER:	198006195
ADMINISTRATOR:	QUARANTA, TERRI		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	12200 OXFORD DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(562) 902-1779
CITY:	LA MIRADA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90638
CAPACITY:	176	CENSUS: 52	DATE:	06/05/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:45 AM
MET WITH:	Terri Quaranta, Licensee		TIME COMPLETED:	03:30 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 Analysts (LPAs), Mila Quinto and Karen Navar conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPAS and director toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 8 preschool staff and 52 preschool children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity. LPAs observed Staff 2 and Staff 9 in room A caring for 9 preschool children with no direct supervision from a teacher. Facility hours are 6:30a.m.- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided, and children bring lunch from home. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by water bottle with the child’s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents at end of week. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

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, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006195
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 06/05/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101216.2(e)

Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and record review,Staff 2 and Staff 9 were caring for 9 preschool children without direct supervision of a teacher. Staff 2 has completed 6 unit course and Staff 9 has completed 9 unit course. The 2 staff does not have proof of current enrollment of courses. This poses a potential safety risk to children in care.
	POC Due Date: 06/09/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will submit proof of registration to ECE courses. Director will have a qualified teacher, Staff 3 present with Staff 2 and Staff 9.

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: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

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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, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006195
	VISIT DATE: 06/05/2023

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The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material made of woodchips around the climbing equipment and swings appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by water bottles with the child’s name on it. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair.

The 9 staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1596.7995 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for all staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. All staff has a current mandated reporter training certificate. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires on May 2024.

A random sample of 5 children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The facility use electronic sign in/sign out and parents or authorized representative used designated QR code.

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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

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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, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198006195
	VISIT DATE: 06/05/2023

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The licensee was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from www.ccld.ca.gov and select Receive Important Updates link.

An electronic copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guide to Safe Sleep” was provided to the director.
English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspxNIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative
Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials
· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping
· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold

Based on LPAs record review and interview, the following violation was observed and being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 101216.2(e) Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties. See LIC 809D.

An Inspection and exit interview was completed with director. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days.

The facility representative was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia Magana	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-5149
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mila Quinto	TELEPHONE: (714) 293-6471
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

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