414004002-7-14-2022-05-CC-BVAN-CGC24F-20220714170352

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 414004002
Report Date: 07/14/2022
Date Signed: 07/14/2022 05:04:34 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/14/2022 05:04 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:	GENIUS LEARNING (PS)		FACILITY NUMBER:	414004002
ADMINISTRATOR:	LINDA TONG, MGR.		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	700 PENINSULA AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(650) 666-7726
CITY:	BURLINGAME	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	94010
CAPACITY:	49	CENSUS: 30	DATE:	07/14/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:02 PM
MET WITH:	Linda Tong		TIME COMPLETED:	05:00 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 July 14, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van met with Director Linda Tong for an unannounced annual random inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained and granted entry to the facility by the Director. Two separate programs are operating at this address. The State Department of Social Services licenses the Preschool program. The other program is the Heritage program which is not subject to licensure by the State Department of Social Services as a child day care center. The licensed Preschool operates in rooms #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, bathrooms A, and E. The outdoor play area is shared with the Heritage program. LPA reminded the Director that there was no comingling between the licensed Preschool and Heritage program at any time. Present today are 30 children supervised by seven staff. The facility complies with the staff-children ratios today. The days and operations hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. LPA toured and inspected the physical plant for any health and safety hazards. Facility has a record of sign-in/out of children, all parents' signatures matched and accounted for the numbers of children present. The facility is in good repair and has proper temperature and ventilation. Classrooms have age-appropriate toys and learning materials. Furniture appears steady and in good repair. The facility has multiple carbon monoxide detectors, a centralized smoke alarm, fully charged fire extinguishers, and working telephones. LPA observed that each child has their cubbies available with their name labeled. All emergency supplies are stored in locked storage. Medications were discussed. Director stated the facility does not have any children with medications currently. But has a medications storage box with a lock and keys. Director was aware all medications required proper labeling,. First aid supplies are fully stocked and available for children's usage. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other dangerous chemicals are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Sleeping cots are appropriately stored.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Garfield Leung	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2022

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

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: GENIUS LEARNING (PS)	FACILITY NUMBER: 414004002
	VISIT DATE: 07/14/2022

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All toilets and handwashing sinks are in good working condition with proper sanitation. LPA observed no bodies of water on the premises. The facility has an outdoor waiver approved by the Department that allows 30 children outdoor at any given time. The outdoor play area is completely fenced, clean, and in good repair. Outdoor play structures are age-appropriate, in good condition, and free of loose parts. Climbing structures are securely anchored, and soft cushioning is underneath all play structures to absorb accidental falls.

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). Per the Director, the Center provides children with two snacks and lunch. The menu is observed posted. The food preparation area is adequately equipped, clean, and free of hazards; this area is made inaccessible to children. The facility has water pitchers readily available for children indoors and outdoors. All storage containers for solid waste within the Center have a proper tight-fitting cover.

Random children's records and personnel records were reviewed during the inspection. Records review showed the facility has records of each child's authorized representative's names, addresses, and telephone numbers. In addition, each child's immunization record, medical assessment, and admission agreement can be located in each child's file. Staff records indicate that all staff or individuals requiring caregiver background checks have received criminal records and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Multiple staff members have a record of valid CPR. All staff maintained immunization records. LPA reviewed the educational qualification of the staff, and all staff had the required ECE units. The Director stated that the Center conducts fire and earthquake drills once every six months; the last drill was conducted on April 4, 2022.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Garfield Leung	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: GENIUS LEARNING (PS)	FACILITY NUMBER: 414004002
	VISIT DATE: 07/14/2022

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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

The Director was informed about Mandated Reporter training. In addition to AB1207 training required to complete every two years by the Licensee and all staff hired, a one-time General Training is also required. Training can be taken online at www.mandaterreporterca.com. Also, the Director was reminded of Pesticides training. Information on the DPR website at: www.cdpr.ca.gov/shoolipm/childcare

During the inspection, LPA requested the following document be sent to the Licensing office by July 22, 2022.
1. an up-to-date Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610)
2. Personnel Report (LIC 500)
3. Designation of Administrative Responsibility (LIC 308).
4. Incidental Medical Services Plan
5. Basic Pest Management Training completion for all staff

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.

No deficiencies were cited today. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Linda Tong. Today's report, July 14, 2022, and notice of site visit will be sent to the Director by email by the close of business on July 14, 2022. Confirmation of receipt is required. LPA informed 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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Garfield Leung	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van	TELEPHONE: (650) 266-8800
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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