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25 | Licensing Program Analyst Vicky Williamson and Licensing Program Manager Joe Carrasco conducted an annual random inspection. LPA met with Barbara Giddens, Lead Teacher. Hope Baker, Director arrived shortly after inspection began. The facility operates Monday - Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.
The indoor and outdoor of the facility was inspected. Room #15 had 20 preschool children present with 2 teachers. Room #16 had 17 preschool children with 2 teachers. The facility was observed to be operating within ratio limitations. Children were observed to be under visual supervision. The classroom and restrooms have adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. All floors appeared to be safe and clean. Furniture, children's cubbies, toys and napping equipment (cots) appeared to be in good condition. Trash cans have tight-fitting cover. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other hazardous items are stored behind latched cabinets. Medication policies and procedures were reviewed. Facility provides two daily snacks, and children bring their own lunches. Snack menu is posted weekly. All food was inspected and protected from contamination. Food and beverages are stored in covered containers. Sign in/ sign out sheets were reviewed showing parent/guardian’s signature and time of day recorded. LPA observed that child # 1 was not signed in. The kitchen and storage areas appeared to be clean. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition with sufficient shade. On 3/21/16, the facility was granted a waiver allowing the preschool children to share the restrooms with school age children attending the school campus. The waiver was granted under certain terms and conditions including that staff will ensure that the school age children are not present while preschool children are using the restrooms. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms and outdoor play area. There are no bodies of water or weapons present on the premises. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 11/13/19. The director's office is designated for use by children who are ill. A sample of the children's records were reviewed and included an Admission Agreement in each child’s file. Staff's records and transcripts were reviewed to verify teacher qualifications and experience. Opening and closing staff members have current CPR and First Aid certifications. |