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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 370806089
Report Date: 03/04/2024
Date Signed: 03/04/2024 12:13:08 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
SAN DIEGO NORTH, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108



FACILITY NAME:AKA HEAD START - FARRAGUT CIRCLEFACILITY NUMBER:
370806089
ADMINISTRATOR:GLORIA SANCHEZFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:490 FARRAGUT CIRCLETELEPHONE:
(619) 593-8010
CITY:EL CAJONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92020
CAPACITY:104CENSUS: 64DATE:
03/04/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Gloria SanchezTIME COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On March 4, 2024 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analysts, Sherlynn Banas and Annette Sutherland, met with Director Gloria Sanchez for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 64 children present with 14 teachers in 6 rooms. Facility is within ratio and capacity. The program operates Monday – Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

LPAs toured the facility. The rooms were clean, orderly and a comfortable temperature during this visit. Adequate ventilation and heating are available. The furniture, books, games, and toys are safe, age-appropriate and in good repair. There are a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. All storage containers and trashes have tight fitting lids and are in good repair. There is kitchen which is clean and sanitary. Refrigerated food is stored in covered containers at 45 degrees or less and there is no expired or contaminated food present. Staff preparing food are using proper personal hygiene and food service practices. The lunch/snack menu is posted, changes are recorded, and menus are stored for 30 days. Food has been stored separately from any chemicals or cleaning products. Drinking water is readily available. Napping equipment is sufficient for each child, bedding is stored separately, and mats/cots are disinfected after use. Facility has ensured that there is adequate space between naps/cots for easy passage and that mats/cots are not blocking entrances or exits.

Hand washing and toileting areas are in a safe, sanitary and operating condition. Medications are kept separately in a red bag in each classroom, inaccessible to children. Poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children have been made inaccessible. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. Outdoor play area is fully fenced with sufficient cushioning and adequate shade, separate from other programs. Age-appropriate playground equipment and outdoor surfaces are in a safe condition. Portable water is used outdoors. There are no bodies of water, firearms, or ammunition on the property. The carbon monoxide detector is operational. The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets regulatory requirements and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every month. The facility does not transport children.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Tashima DanielTELEPHONE: (619) 629-8413
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sherlynn BanasTELEPHONE: (619) 629-8368
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/04/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/04/2024
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
SAN DIEGO NORTH, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: AKA HEAD START - FARRAGUT CIRCLE
FACILITY NUMBER: 370806089
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2024
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LPA reviewed sign in/out sheets, a sample of personnel records and a sample of children's records. All staff present were with current CPR and First Aid certification. Facility is reminded the Mandated Reporter Training is to be retaken every two years and can be accessed at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness. The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up is the back room in the office. The facility understands that current County requirements do not require but strongly recommends that all children over the age of 2 and staff regardless of vaccination, should wear masks while indoors.

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 . Services are/are not in place today

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
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Tashima DanielTELEPHONE: (619) 629-8413
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sherlynn BanasTELEPHONE: (619) 629-8368
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2024
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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
SAN DIEGO NORTH, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: AKA HEAD START - FARRAGUT CIRCLE
FACILITY NUMBER: 370806089
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2024
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Director, Gloria Sanchez 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.

Licensee is advised to sign up for Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs) for one or more programs on our website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Select “Child Care” then “Quick Links” and Quarterly Updates. Select “Receive Important Updates” then put the email address in and choose which program(s) you would like to subscribe to and select “subscribe.”



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


LPA conducted child care quality management interview with Gloria Sanchez.

No deficiencies are cited.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Gloria Sanchez. An Appeal Right was provided and a notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Tashima DanielTELEPHONE: (619) 629-8413
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sherlynn BanasTELEPHONE: (619) 629-8368
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2024
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