198018027-6-28-2022-33-CC-STUG-CFTSG9-20220628135135

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018027
Report Date: 06/28/2022
Date Signed: 06/28/2022 01:51:50 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	SCHOOL OF LITTLE SCHOLARS		FACILITY NUMBER:	198018027
ADMINISTRATOR:	BETTY CASTILLO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	932 BUENA VISTA STREET		TELEPHONE:	(626) 357-9660
CITY:	DUARTE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91010
CAPACITY:	80	CENSUS: 23	DATE:	06/28/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:53 AM
MET WITH:			TIME COMPLETED:	02:15 PM

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On 06/28/2022 at 8:53AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Steven Tung conducted an unannounced required inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Director Betty Castillo, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 80 children which operates Monday – Friday from 7:00AM – 6:00PM. Per the Director there are 58 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Census was taken of each class: Younger Two’s class – 2 Staff, 9 Children; Older Two’s class – 2 Staff, 5 children; Three’s class – 1 Staff, 6 children; TK Class – 2 Staff, 3 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment was inspected for 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 toilets and washing facilities were inspected for safe and sanitary operating conditions. At 9:21AM, LPA observed a trashcan with a used diaper in the Older Two’s bathroom that did not have a tight fitting lid. At 9:38AM, LPA observed 2 additional trashcans without tight fitting lids in the TK bathroom. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Steven Tung	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/28/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/28/2022

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: SCHOOL OF LITTLE SCHOLARS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018027
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 06/28/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238(g)

Buildings and Grounds

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as there were tubes of ointment and creams accessible to children in the diaper changing cabinet in the Older Two's class and a carpet spot remover spray accessible to children in the sink cabinets in the TK class which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 06/29/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director immediately removed the tubes of ointment and creams and the carpet spot remover spray and made them inaccessible to children.

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101239(f)(1)

Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies

(f) Solid waste shall be stored, located and disposed of in a manner that will not transmit communicable diseases or odors, create a nuisance, or provide a breeding place or food source for insects or rodents. (1) All containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tightfitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as there was a trashcan without a lid that contained a used diaper in the Older Two's bathroom and 2 trashcans without lids in the TK Class's bathroom which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/01/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will purchase tight fitting lids for the 3 trashcans and send proof of the tight fitting lids being installed via email to LPA by POC due date.

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: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Steven Tung	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/28/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/28/2022

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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: SCHOOL OF LITTLE SCHOLARS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018027
	VISIT DATE: 06/28/2022

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Snack 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 lunch, AM snack, and PM snack. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately. There is drinking water available in all indoor classrooms and drinking containers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children were inspected for inaccessibility to children. At 9:25AM, LPA observed tubes of ointment and creams accessible to children in the diaper changing cabinet in the Older Two's class. At 9:40AM, LPA observed a carpet spot remover spray accessible to children in the sink cabinets in the TK class.

LPA observed that there are smoke and carbon detectors in the facility.

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, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that a health screening report is on file. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. The Director and her staff currently have immunization documentation.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Steven Tung	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/28/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/28/2022

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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: SCHOOL OF LITTLE SCHOLARS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018027
	VISIT DATE: 06/28/2022

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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

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the 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 the 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.

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

The Director 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.

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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Steven Tung	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/28/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/28/2022

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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: SCHOOL OF LITTLE SCHOLARS	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018027
	VISIT DATE: 06/28/2022

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Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code od Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

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 Director Betty Castillo.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Steven Tung	TELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/28/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/28/2022

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