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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 406208456
Report Date: 01/15/2025
Date Signed: 01/15/2025 11:24:02 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME:	CUESTA COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	406208456
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	MADELYN CHEVALIER		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	4000 CHORRO VALLEY RD.		TELEPHONE:	(805) 546-3285
CITY:	SAN LUIS OBISPO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93403
CAPACITY: 44	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 44	CENSUS: 30	DATE:	01/15/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:40 AM
MET WITH:	Cynthia Dunlap		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	11:40 AM

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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	On 1/15/25, at 8:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Required 3-Year Inspection the Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Cynthia Dunlap, Lead Teacher of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. The LPA, in the company of the Lead Teacher, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The center operates on the campus of Cuesta College from 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM, Monday - Friday (closing at 3:00 PM). The CCC use three classrooms (Toddler Room ages 18 months- 3 years, Preschool Room 1 - ages 2.5 – 3.5, and Preschool Room 2 - ages 3.5 - 5) for child care. LPA observed 30 children on site during the inspection along with eight teachers (cleared and associated) providing care and supervision. Each classroom used for child care is organized. The classrooms have age appropriate toys and furnishings available for children in care. The CCC has carbon monoxide detectors throughout the facility. A carbon monoxide detector was tested in the Toddler Room at 9:02 AM and found to be operable. The restrooms used for care are in sanitary operating condition. LPA observed an operable refrigerator in the CCC's kitchen. The CCC provides snacks, while lunches are brought from the children's homes. CCC staff members view children's lunches to ensure the lunches contain healthy food items and foods from the essential food groups. LPA observed Sign In/Out documentation near the entry of each classroom, which noted arrival and departure times of children in care, as well as signatures from authorized representatives. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, sharps and medications are stored in elevated locations throughout the CCC, which are inaccessible to children in care. There is available drinking water for children both inside the classroom and outside in the play area. The CCC had its water sources tested for lead containments. 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. Continued on 809-C

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shane Loftus
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/15/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Shane Loftus On 01/15/2025 at 10:59 AM

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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
, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: CUESTA COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 406208456
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/15/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that two staff members (Edwin Gomez and Isabelle Vidaurri) do not have current Mandated Reporter training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 01/29/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility will submit completed Mandated Reporter training for the two staff members in question by January 29, 2025. CCLD (shane.loftus@dss.ca.gov)

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	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:

Maria Mueller

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Shane Loftus

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: CUESTA COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 406208456
	VISIT DATE: 01/15/2025

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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.

The CCC's outdoor playground areas has varied footing and are enclosed by chain link fencing. The fences' entry/exit gates are secured. The play area is partitioned by fencing to prevent the different age groups from co-mingling. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and play equipment in the play areas. The toys and play equipment are in suitable condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. The play structures in the playground areas have cushioning material to absorb falls. The CCC has an abundance of shade created by trees, shade covers and building overhangs. No bodies of water are observed on site. Waste receptacles with tight fitting covers are observed throughout the CCC. Lead Teacher was reminded to replace toys and play equipment, both inside and out, when such items begin to degrade and are not in good repair.

A sampling of staff and children's records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information as well as immunization records. Records also included documentation of 15-minute sleep checks. Staff records were reviewed. At 10:30 AM, LPA notes two staff members do not have current Mandated Reporter trainings. The remaining files are current with Pediatric First Aid/CPR (EMSA Approved) and staff qualifications/experience. LPA reminded lead teacher to ensure trainings/certifications are renewed before expirations. Lead Teacher informed LPA no firearms or ammunition are on site.

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/.

Facility representative 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. Continued on 809-C

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shane Loftus
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/15/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: CUESTA COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 406208456
	VISIT DATE: 01/15/2025

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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Facility Representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an or additional resource. LPA also informed Facility Representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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 may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Type B deficiencies are being cited based on LPA’s records review and observations pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations (refer to LIC 809-D). Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights.

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 Cynthia Dunlap.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shane Loftus
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/15/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025

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