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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017050
Report Date: 05/25/2023
Date Signed: 05/25/2023 12:26:44 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
MONTEREY PARK S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:ESTRADA LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198017050
ADMINISTRATOR:BLANCA ALDRETEFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3225 HUNTER STREETTELEPHONE:
(323) 224-3800
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90023
CAPACITY:36CENSUS: 16DATE:
05/25/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Site Supervisor - Maria LabradaTIME COMPLETED:
12:35 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Randy Derraco conducted an unannounced required one year inspection on 05/25/23 at 9:15 AM. LPA met with Maria Labrada, Site Supervisor, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of one classroom. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Staff: S2, S3 and S4, with 16 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. 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:

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available for review; last drill was conducted on 04/25/23. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in the main care area near the kitchen entrance.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed material and equipment are free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home every Friday to be washed and returned on the following Monday. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in separate storage area and are individually labelled. LPA observed back up linens stored in a closet in case children's linens become sullied. Per supervisor, the isolation area is located in the office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed.


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy DerracoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/25/2023
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
MONTEREY PARK S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ESTRADA LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017050
VISIT DATE: 05/25/2023
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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. According to the supervisor, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note. Medication is stored in a locked cabinet in the Supervisor's office. Bleach and other cleaners were observed to be stored in a locked room located in the kitchen. A key is used to access the room. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom.

Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and snack. Per supervisor, the main office prepares meals and sends them to the facility where the food is distributed to children in care. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via water jugs. Water jugs are filled using a filtration system located in the kitchen 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 have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.

Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around and under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area was observed with adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via water jugs that are filled using the filtration system located in the kitchen. There were no bodies of water observed on the premises. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.

All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

Children’s records were reviewed and are complete. Per Site Supervisor, staff records are kept at the International Institute of Los Angeles located at 3845 Selig Place, Los Angeles CA 90031

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 (page 2 of 3)

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy DerracoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/25/2023
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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
MONTEREY PARK S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ESTRADA LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017050
VISIT DATE: 05/25/2023
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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

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

At this time, the supervisor 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 Site Supervisor, Maria Labrada.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Karen ChambersTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Randy DerracoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/25/2023
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