LPA observed a current Needs and Services plan for each infant in care. Bottles and baby food were kept in a refrigerator inside the classroom and were properly labeled with the child's name and date. Each crib has a fitted sheet and there were sheets and cots available for the older infants. The Director stated that the bedding is washed daily. There is a separate area for cribs and no infants were observed to be napping. Director stated that she understands that a teacher needs to be in the nap area when infants are sleeping. Infant diaper changing area is clean and within arm's reach of a sink.

Classrooms all appeared clean including the carpets and floor. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. The areas around or under the climbing equipment are cushioned with enough material to absorb a fall and there is adequate shade. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises, and the facility has at least one functioning carbon monoxide detector. Trash cans containing solid waste had lids. Menus were posted for lunch and AM and PM snack and other required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPA observed binders where the parents are signing their children in and out of the center. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition and there are enough sinks and toilets for the children in care. Chemicals were stored inaccessible to children.

All staff currently employed with the facility has a criminal record clearance and are associated to the infant, preschool, and school age license. LPA reviewed the Department's inspection authority and discussed with Licensee any changes that may occur regarding the director or an employee acting in the director's absence must be reported to department within 10 working days.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS) although there are no children currently enrolled with medication. The kitchen has a first aid box with ample supplies For additional IMS information, director was advised to 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.

This facility evaluation report was reviewed and discussed with the director. A notice of site visit was provided and should remain posted for a period of 30 days for parental review. Director was encouraged to the visit the departments website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining to child care centers. Director was advised to check the website within the next couple of months for updates on safe sleep practices.

No deficiencies were cited on the infant license at this time.