This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared.

LPA entered Koala classroom. LPA Garcia observed 19 children engaged in whole group activities and 4 staff present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, individual water bottles that are re-filled for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing.

LPA entered Elephant classroom. LPA Garcia observed 19 children engaged in group activities and 3 staff present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, individual water bottles that are re-filled for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing.

LPA entered Panda classroom. LPA Garcia observed 5 children present playing and 1 staff present supervising the children.

LPA entered Puppy classroom. LPA Garcia observed 5 children playing and 1 staff present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, individual water bottles that are re-filled for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing.

LPA entered Kitten classroom. LPA Garcia observed 7 children playing and 1 staff present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, individual water bottles that are re-filled for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing, and 1 toilet used for the children in Kitten classroom.

Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling, along with split AC type located on the wall near the entrance of the facility. LPA observed the thermostats located in Puppy classroom and throughout the facility. Temperatures on the thermostats read between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed 5 fire extinguishers located in classrooms and hallways throughout the facility and the valve on the required 3A-40-BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 3/29/23. Smoke detectors were tested during this visit and LPA heard sounds and are operable. Carbon monoxide detector is located in the kitchen, was tested and is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 2/5/2024. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms in a cabinet, out of reach to the children and in the hallway near the Koala classroom. LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per Site supervisor Gabriella stated currently has no children with medication and there is 1 child with food allergies.

There are 2 restrooms located in the back of the facility near the Elephant classroom, 1 inside the Kitten classroom and 1 restroom near the entrance of the facility. LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 6 toilets, 1 urinal, and 5 hand washing sinks that are utilized by the children. There is a staff restroom at this facility with 1 toilet and 1 hand washing sink.

LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. The outdoor play area is surrounded by metal gates on the hill sides and wooden panels that serve as retaining wall of the hill side. LPA Garcia observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space (concrete and artificial turf) is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed play structure and equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with artificial turf that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Garcia observed hip roof shade structures. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gate that leads to the parking lot closed with 2 high hook handlebars that need to be pulled down and pushed at the same time to access the parking lot. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out the children’s individual water bottles and are re-filled as needed. LPA also observed a push bar drinking fountain for children and 1 hand washing station for outdoor hand washing.

This program provides am snack, lunch and dinner. Meals and snacks are cooked and prepared in the kitchen, by kitchen staff. LPA Garcia informed Site supervisor Gabriella that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Menus were posted in the kitchen along with allergy lists. Lead testing was conducted on 12/08/22 and no lead exceedance.

LPA Garcia reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete.

LPA Garcia observed Site supervisors Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 8/30/23 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 8/30/23. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

Items discussed during this visit:

1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both

2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request.

3. Current Children’s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request.

4.LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file.

7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review

8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination

9.Children’s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

Criminal Record Clearance - 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.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

Safe Sleep – LPA Garcia discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] 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.

For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/.

MyChildCarePlan.org – Site Supervisor Gabriella Martinez Cruz 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.

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Notice of Site Visit - A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Supervisor Gabriella.