364811636-9-17-2024-12-CC-KZIS-D97VDN-20240917162102

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364811636
Report Date: 09/17/2024
Date Signed: 09/17/2024 04:21:12 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/17/2024 04:21 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	364811636
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	NANCY ALVARADO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	7601 HOPI TRAIL, ROOM K-3		TELEPHONE:	(760) 365-3381
CITY:	YUCCA VALLEY	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92284
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS: 14	DATE:	09/17/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	01:50 PM
MET WITH:	Facility Representative Kylene Ricketts		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	04:25 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On September 17, 2024, at 01:50pm., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kendal Zirbes conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection and met with Facility Representative Kylene Ricketts. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Facility Representative. 14 preschool age children, and one teacher and two aides were present at the facility during the inspection. The preschool program operates out of one classroom, two restrooms, and an outdoor play space. The classroom is located on the campus of Yucca Valley Elementary school. The programs hours of operation are Monday thru Friday 7:15 am -3:15 . The preschool program has two sessions each day, AM session 8:00 AM -11:00AM and PM session 11:45am- -2:45 P.M. The center has an approved waiver on file regarding the restrooms. Indoor/Children's Area: Child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. Cleaning compounds were stored in a key locked cabinet and were therefore inaccessible. No poisons were stored on the premises, furniture/equipment is in good condition. Classroom was free of flies, other insects, rodents. The classroom had tables and chairs to meet children’s needs. LPA observed the classroom had a dramatic play area, science area, library and additional areas for instruction. The classroom had diverse play equipment, along with multiple blocks, puzzles and age appropriate materials. Children's belongings are kept in cubbies along the wall as you enter classroom. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors via an igloo cooler and cups. All materials and surfaces are toxic free, window screens in good repair and free of debris. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke detectors and fire extinguisher in the classroom. Report continued on page two

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal Zirbes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2024

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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 364811636
	VISIT DATE: 09/17/2024

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There was working telephone service on the premises. There is an isolation area for children who become ill. The isolation area is located in the classroom. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. Facility staff complete daily symptoms screening. Smoking is prohibited on the premises. LPA did not observe prohibited childcare items during this inspection. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. LPA did not observe bodies of water on the premises. Breakfast is provided to the AM session and lunch is provided to the PM session. The meals are provided by the school cafeteria.

Napping
The preschool program offers half day programs, therefore, the children do not nap at the facility. The classroom does have designated areas for relaxation and quite play.

Outdoor
LPA inspected the outdoor play space for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. The area has a trikes, dramatic play equipment, balls and additional age appropriate outdoor materials. The area was observed to be free of debris at the time of this inspection. When engaged in outdoor play water is readily available via a igloo and cups.
Child File and Staff File Review:
LPA reviewed a total of five child files, and three staff files. Per LPA review the child and staff files were complete and contained all required 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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/. LPA reviewed one child's file who has prescription medications. Based on LPA review the directions from the authorized representative were different from the instructions on the prescription label. LPA advised the facility representative to ensure the instructions from the child's authorized representative do not conflict with the directions from the child's physician.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal Zirbes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2024

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: SBCSS YUCCA VALLEY STATE PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 364811636
	VISIT DATE: 09/17/2024

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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.

Facility representative 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..

Facility representative 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.

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.

Based on LPA record review, one advisory notice was issued.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Kylene Ricketts.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kendal Zirbes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/17/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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