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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198020505
Report Date: 02/18/2022
Date Signed: 02/18/2022 02:07:53 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:KIDDIE ACADEMY OF PASADENAFACILITY NUMBER:
198020505
ADMINISTRATOR:CHRISTINE JENNINGSFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:169 HALSTEAD STTELEPHONE:
(626) 606-2800
CITY:PASADENASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91107
CAPACITY:44CENSUS: 22DATE:
02/18/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:45 AM
MET WITH:Christine Jennings - DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
02:07 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. Upon arrival at 10:45am, LPA met with Director Christine Jennings. At 11:00am, Director led LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a Infant program which consists of 3 classrooms. Per licensee, there are currently 54 enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are 7-6:30pm, Monday to Friday. This facility also has a preschool license #198020513.

Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the office. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request.

PHYSICAL PLANT: At 11:00am, LPA entered and inspected Infant Classroom: 4 children with 2 staff members, Infant/Toddlers Classroom: 10 children with 3 staff members, and Toddler Classroom: 8 children with 3 staff members. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children and stored in a cabinet up high. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Cribs and napping equipment were observed in the infant program. LPA observed portable cribs that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards. Mattresses were an appropriate size mattress with a fitted sheet. Crib was observed to be free of loose items. Cots were available for infants who are able to climb out of a crib. Sleeping area is physically separated and cribs did not limit staffs' ability to watch infants at all times. Per Director, bedding is changed daily. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. Drinking water was readily available indoors. At this time children bring their own bottles and have their bottle refilled by a filter on site. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area. A cot is available for an ill child to rest on. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 1 of 4

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/18/2022
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: KIDDIE ACADEMY OF PASADENA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020505
VISIT DATE: 02/18/2022
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First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. At 11:20am, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 06/03/2021 as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. LPA observed that the Toddler classrooms had its own attached restroom. All toilets, hand washing, and bathing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. In each classroom, LPA observed the diaper changing table to be at least one inch thick, with raised sides of at least 3-inches, and within arms reach of the sink.

LPA observed the fridge kept in each infant classroom. LPA observed feeding bottles with labels and each were stored separate from each other for each child. LPA reviewed the facility kitchen. All food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. This facility provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Kitchen is made inaccessible to children in care. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.

At 11:27am, LPA reviewed the outdoor play area. 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 are two areas for infant children to play outdoors. There is a covered portion for the youngest infants and age appropriate climbing structures for them to crawl on. There is a larger area that has a play structure, grass, playhouses, and age appropriate toys for the older infants and toddlers.

FACILITY RECORDS: 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. Staff files were reviewed for a health screening report and immunizations that meet regulatory requirements. Criminal Record Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence is on file.


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2022
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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: KIDDIE ACADEMY OF PASADENA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020505
VISIT DATE: 02/18/2022
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Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present are on file and were reviewed. At 11:40, during staff file review, LPA observed that 5 of 8 staff members did not have a current Mandated Reporter training in their file. LPA discussed with Director the importance renewing the Child Care Provider training every 2 years for all staff. A random sample of Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that they are complete. LPA observed Needs and Services Plans in each child file and an Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC9227) was present in files for infants 12 months or younger.

INCIDENTAL MEDICAL SERVICES:


Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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

During this inspection LPA discussed PIN 20-06 CCP, Social And Physical Distancing Guidance And Healthy Practices For Child Care Facilities In Response To The Global Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Written In Collaboration With The California Department Of Education and reviewed Child Care Covid-19 Self Assessment.

LPA reviewed SIDs, Never Shake A Baby, and safe sleeping practices. Infants should sleep mouth up, on their backs, free of clutter surrounding their sleeping space.



LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – Implementation was discussed with Licensee. Website provided: http://mandatedreporterca.com/

The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2022
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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: KIDDIE ACADEMY OF PASADENA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020505
VISIT DATE: 02/18/2022
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The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative.

Exit interview was conducted with Christine Jennings, Director, at 1:49pm, and Plan of Corrections were reviewed and developed, and copy of report provided.

REPORT ENDS PAGE 4 of 4
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2022
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Document Has Been Signed on 02/18/2022 02:07 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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: KIDDIE ACADEMY OF PASADENA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020505

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/18/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 8 staff files, Staff #2, #4, #5, #6, and #7, did not have Mandated Reporter Child Care Provider Training (AB1207) proof of completion in their files, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/04/2022
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Per Director, will have Staff #2, #4, #5, #6, and #7 complete the Mandated Reporter Child Care Provider Training (AB1207) and will submit proof to LPA by POC date.
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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: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan TchengTELEPHONE: (323) 240-6201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/18/2022
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