384004272-5-5-2022-05-CC-BVAN-CE5R6S-20220505124514

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 384004272
Report Date: 05/05/2022
Date Signed: 05/05/2022 12:45:57 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/05/2022 12:45 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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME:	CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL, INC.		FACILITY NUMBER:	384004272
ADMINISTRATOR:	BALZARETTI, SANDRA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2401 TARAVAL STREET		TELEPHONE:	(650) 521-1313
CITY:	SAN FRANCISCO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	94116
CAPACITY: 29	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 29	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	05/05/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Desiree Balzaretti		TIME COMPLETED:	12:30 PM

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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	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van met with new Director Desiree Balzaretti, on May 5, 2022, for an unannounced mandatory 1-year random inspection. LPA explained the objective of the inspection and was granted access to the facility. Today, seven children are present, accompanied by two teachers. The facility currently adheres to the teacher-to-child ratios. The Center is a Montessori Program. The days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. LPA toured and inspected the physical plant to identify potential health and safety issues. Per Director, there are no changes to the existing physical plant. The Center operates in a large classroom on the lower level. The large classroom is sectioned into several smaller areas using removable shelves. The Center provides an electronic sign-in/out system for parents or authorized representatives using a transparent classroom app; sign-in/out codes are issued to parents. The facility is in good condition and has adequate temperature and ventilation. Age-appropriate toys and learning resources are available. The furniture looks to be stable and in good condition. The facility is equipped with fully charged fire extinguishers and operational telephones with carbon monoxide and fire alarm combination detectors. Each child has their own storage container with their name labeled. All emergency supplies are kept in a secure location. Per Director, the Center currently does not have any children with any medications. However, Per Director, the Center does have a medication storage box and understands that children's medications require appropriate labeling and should be kept out of the reach of children. First aid products are fully stocked and ready for use by children. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other hazardous chemicals are kept in a place out of reach of children. Cots for sleeping are adequately maintained. The Center has two toilets and three sinks for children. The staff bathroom, lounge, and offices are located on the facility's second level. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in good operational condition and adequately sanitized. The outside play area is fully gated, sanitary, and good condition. Outdoor play structures are appropriate for the age group, in great shape, and clear of loose components. Climbing structures are securely anchored, and all play structures have comfortable padding beneath them to absorb any accidental falls. LPA discovered no bodies of water on the property.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/05/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/05/2022

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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 384004272
	VISIT DATE: 05/05/2022

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The facility had posted the required forms. (i.e., License, waivers, Notification of Parent's Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities.) According to the Director, the Center serves only morning snacks. The food preparation area is appropriately equipped, sanitary, and free of hazards. The facility has several water pitchers available to children both inside and outside. All solid waste storage containers within the Center have an appropriate tight-fitting cover.
During the evaluation, all children's and personnel records were checked. The facility's records revealed that each child's authorized representatives' names, addresses, and phone numbers are kept on file. In addition, each child's file has their immunization record, medical evaluation, and admission agreement. According to staff records, all staff or other persons who require caregiver background checks have gotten criminal records and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. One of the staff members has current CPR certification. All employees kept vaccination records and completed the required child abuse reporting training in accordance with AB1207. LPA reviewed the Director's and staff's educational credentials, and all personnel possessed the appropriate ECE units.
According to the Director, the Center conducts monthly fire and earthquake drills, with the most recent one taking place on April 27, 2022. The isolation location for an unwell child is located in the Director's office, and personnel will observe and supervise the child until parents are notified to come and pick up the child.
The Director 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.
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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/05/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/05/2022

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL, INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 384004272
	VISIT DATE: 05/05/2022

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The Director was advised that a one-time General Training is also needed in addition to the AB1207 training that the License holder and any personnel employed are expected to undergo every two years. Training is available online at www.mandaterreporterca.com. In addition, the Director was reminded about pesticide training. On the DPR website, go to www.cdpr.ca.gov/shoolipm/childcare for further information.
LPA encouraged the Director to frequently visit the Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. Director can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates.

During the inspection, LPA requested the Director's paperwork to be sent to the Regional office, Mandated Reporter Certificate, and Pediatric FirstAid CPR.

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.
Today, no deficiencies have been identified. An exit interview took place, and the report was discussed with the Director, Desiree Balzaretti. Today's report and notice of site visit will be emailed to the Director by the end of business on May 5, 2022. Receipt confirmation is necessary. LPA instructed the Director that the site visit notice must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/05/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/05/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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