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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018905
Report Date: 09/19/2023
Date Signed: 09/19/2023 12:52:08 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 09/19/2023 12:52 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:MONROVIA PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198018905
ADMINISTRATOR:TANIA TORRESFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:223 S. ENCINITASTELEPHONE:
(626) 357-2838
CITY:MONROVIASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91016
CAPACITY:34CENSUS: 12DATE:
09/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:35 AM
MET WITH:Tania TorresTIME COMPLETED:
12:51 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Reyes, conducted an unannounced annual site inspection, on this date. This inspection is to ensure the health and safety standards as required by the regulations governing child care centers are met. LPA met with Tania Torres, Director and a copy of the Entrance Checklist for Child Care Centers form (LIC 125) was provided. The facility operates Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM. This facility is housed on the First Baptist Church site.

LPA began the tour of the facility with Tania, beginning at the front office counter located in class room #1. Parents will enter and exit the facility from the back of the school parking lot. The children sign in/out for the parents is located outside at the entrance of the class rooms by use of a tablet. The parent board is located inside the office with all the licensing required postings and are visible for all to see. Facility has telephone service and phone number to the school was verified. Temperatures and health checks and use of hand sanitizer will be conducted and used at the entrance of class room #1. The ill/isolation area is located in the attached class room of room #1 and the ill child will use the boys bathroom outside the class room. A mat will be used in the attached class room for the ill child to use and rest if needed. Staff lounge is located upstairs.

LPA was guided through the preschool class rooms #1 (with an attached class room) and room #2, where LPA observed, toys and play equipment to be age appropriate clean and safe. Fixtures, furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and is in good repair. LPA observed the facility has central heat and air, overhead lights as well as natural light.

LPA observed a bathroom in between class room #1 and 2 with 1 toilet and 1 sink. Outside the class rooms is 2 bathroom (1 Pink and 1 Blue). All are in good condition, water temperature, paper towels, toilet paper, and all were inspected for safety, sanitation and operable.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia ReyesTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3369
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/19/2023
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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MONROVIA PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198018905
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2023
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The preschool children will be provided water by parents and by the facility and they can bring their own labeled water bottles/Sippy cups. PM snack is provided by the facility and parents bring AM snack and lunch. Menus were observed posted on the parent board. Containers used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Facility has extra linen and food available if needed.

Child care centers shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well being of children, employees and visitors.

The facility has a food prep area in class room #2 and children do not have access. LPA observed 2 small refrigerators, and a microwave in this area. Space was inspected for safety and cleanliness. The facility will take measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects and rodents. All food and drinks are to be labeled with the expiration date visible for all to see.

Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present and are in operable condition in the class room. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked and batteries replaced as needed. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC (Service date: 01/23/2023) must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Fire and earthquake drills must be done every 3 months and documented (Last drill 08/2023). Hazardous items including disinfectants, poisonous, cleaning solutions and any other items that could pose a danger to children were observed to be stored inaccessible to children.

Licensing staff was then guided to the preschool outdoor play area which is located right outside the class rooms. The yard is self contained by a gate around it for separation from other church areas. Water jugs with disposable cups/water bottles will be used for children while outdoors. LPA observed age appropriate outdoor toys, play equipment and materials to be clean, safe and in good repair, as well as adequate shade available by use of a canopy. All areas around play equipment and slides are cushioned with material to absorb a fall. LPA advised the licensee that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual observation and supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. No bodies of water were observed on the premises.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia ReyesTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3369
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2023
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MONROVIA PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198018905
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2023
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Facility has no transportation policy for preschoolers. Licensee states that any lifesaving medication will be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children in care. First aid supplies were observed to have all the required items including a thermometer. There is a fully equipped first aid kit available in each class room.

Criminal Records clearance: Licensee 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.



Lead Testing: 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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21,1-CCP).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21,1-CCP. (Licensee stated testing was completed on 08/19/2022 and was cleared, no proof provided).

LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and water Testing Information

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 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia ReyesTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3369
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2023
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MONROVIA PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198018905
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2023
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MyChildCarePlan.org – Licensee, 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.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

Licensee email address was verified/obtained during this inspection. The licensee was advised that the email may be public information.

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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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.


No deficiencies were observed by the LPA on this date. The facility is in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 to protect the children’s health & safety.



A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Tania Torres, Director
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Cynthia ReyesTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3369
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2023
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