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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701388
Report Date: 09/10/2024
Date Signed: 09/10/2024 02:40:22 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 N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME:	KCE CHAMPIONS LLC AT MASON - PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	376701388
ADMINISTRATOR:	KENDRA HEATHMAN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	10340 SAN RAMON DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(951) 640-4184
CITY:	SAN DIEGO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92126
CAPACITY:	24	CENSUS: 2	DATE:	09/10/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:26 PM
MET WITH:	Veronica Rivera		TIME COMPLETED:	01:30 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 9/10/2024 @ 12:26PM, LPA Nancy Diaz conducted an unannounced inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted facility entry by Veronica Rivera, Site Supervisor. LPA toured the facility, inside and outside. Observed present today were 2 preschool children. Bungalow #802 has been designated for preschool use. Program operates Monday-Friday; 7:30AM to 5:30PM. A review of staff records on this date indicates that two staff are not associated to the facility. The licensee has not exceeded the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Veronica Rivera, Site Supervisor is trained in CPR and Pediatric First aid, her certificate is valid thru August 2025. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible. Medications are kept in a safe place, inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets, handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors are clean and safe. The child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Playground equipment was observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space are maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joelle Redding	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz	TELEPHONE: (619) 929-2327
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/10/2024

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 N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: KCE CHAMPIONS LLC AT MASON - PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 376701388
	VISIT DATE: 09/10/2024

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Children were observed to be under the supervision of qualified staff. Facility was observed to be within ratio. An isolation area has been designated for children who becomes ill during the day.

Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. All children are signed in/out by a representative who uses a full legal signature and has recorded the time of day. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment.

Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the regulation.
Staff have completed the mandated reporter training (effective 3/2018). This training shall be renewed every two years. All staff have immunization record indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) 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-care-centers/.

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.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joelle Redding	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz	TELEPHONE: (619) 929-2327
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/10/2024

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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 N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: KCE CHAMPIONS LLC AT MASON - PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 376701388
	VISIT DATE: 09/10/2024

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Facility representativewas 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.

TYPE A DEFICIENCIES WERE CITED TODAY. TYPE A DEFICIENCY IF NOT CORRECTED POSES AN IMMEDIATE RISK TO THE HEALTH, SAFETY OR PERSONAL RIGHTS OF CHILDREN IN CARE. CIVIL PENALTY WAS ALSO ASSESSED.

LPA Nancy Diaz informed Veronica Rivera, Site Supervisor that this report dated September 10, 2024 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there are immediate risks to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
Also, LPA Nancy Diaz informed the Site Supervisor to provide a copy of this licensing report dated September 10, 2024 that documents any Type A citations to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Veronica Rivera. A copy of this report, along with Appeal Rights (LIC9058), were provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. LPA observed that the notice of site visit was posted during the inspection. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Joelle Redding	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz	TELEPHONE: (619) 929-2327
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/10/2024

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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 N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: KCE CHAMPIONS LLC AT MASON - PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 376701388
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 09/10/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

HSC

1596.954

Licensure Requirements

Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/11/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Ms. Rivera stated that she will obtain and install a carbon monoxide no later than end of business day of 9/11/2024. She will also submit a video showing that a carbon monoxide was installed and it tested to be in working condition.

Type A

Section Cited

HSC

1596.871(c)(1)(A)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/11/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Staff Marlynn Bryson and Venus Palafox are not associated to the facility. Ms. Rivera stated that she will submit form LIC 9182 (and attachments) to the department no later than end of business day of 9/11/2024. Fax # is (619) 767-2203.

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: Joelle Redding	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz	TELEPHONE: (619) 929-2327
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/10/2024

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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 N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: KCE CHAMPIONS LLC AT MASON - PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 376701388
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 09/10/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101212(b)

Reporting Requirements

(b) The name of the child care center director, and any fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the child care center director's absence, shall be reported to the Department within 10 days of a change of child care center director or designee(s). This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee failed to notify the department that Site Supervisor Veronica Rivera has been designated in January 2024. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/11/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Ms. Rivera stated that she will have her supervisor submit for LIC 308 with attachments to the department no later than end of business day of 9/11/2024.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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: Joelle Redding	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz	TELEPHONE: (619) 929-2327
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/10/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/10/2024

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