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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434412147
Report Date: 11/13/2023
Date Signed: 11/13/2023 04:35:18 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/13/2023 04:35 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
SAN JOSE-DAY CARE, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTER INC.		FACILITY NUMBER:	434412147
ADMINISTRATOR:	WANG, TING		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	12220 SARATOGA-SUNNYVALE ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(408) 446-0243
CITY:	SARATOGA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95070
CAPACITY:	102	CENSUS: 44	DATE:	11/13/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:20 PM
MET WITH:	Ting Wang		TIME COMPLETED:	04:50 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	Page 1 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Oscar, conducted an unannounced annual inspection of the Preschool. LPA met with Director, Ting Wang and informed her of the purpose of the visit. LPA arrived at the facility at 1:20 pm, and observed Notification of Parents’ Right Poster, Children's Personal Rights, Child Car Seat Laws, Child Care License, LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Form (1 and 2), LIC308 Designation of Responsibilities, and menu observed to be posted. Facility’s operating days and hours are Monday- Friday 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM. During visit, LPA observed a ratio of 45 to 8 staff. All staff present on site are associated to the facility. Director 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. LPA inspected the building inside and out with Director Ting Wang. The Preschool classroom (s), restroom (s) for children to use and office area, storage area, food storage areas were inspected. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. There is a separate staff rest-room in the kitchen area. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, sharps, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible. Facility provides one meal Lunch and snacks. Meals are prepared and provided from licensed restaurant outside. LPA observed that food storage areas. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Yangcheng Huang	TELEPHONE: 408-334-8321
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/13/2023

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
SAN JOSE-DAY CARE, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTER INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 434412147
	VISIT DATE: 11/13/2023

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The preschool playground is completely enclosed by fencing. Activity schedule was posted. LPA observed play equipment were maintained, free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed. Facility representative stated that facility does not have weapons on the premises. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children. Shade is provided by trees, building overhang, etc. First Aid kit was inspected. Fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed.
LPA observed proof of recorded of the last fire/disaster drill. LPA reviewed facility's sign in/out procedure and record.

A sampling of children and staff files was selected for review. Children records reviewed includes: Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, Medical Assessment, and immunization.

Staff records reviewed include: Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Background Check Clearance, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunization Record for Measles and Pertussis, Education Qualification, and required Training. LPA reminded Director that the AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with documented current certification in Pediatric CPR/1st Aid present at the facility during LPA' inspection.

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/

LPA reviewed with facility director the violations that would result in an immediate $500 civil penalty assessment. Director is encouraged to visit the Department’s website at www.cdss.ca.gov [Shortcut: ccld.ca.gov] to access resources for Providers, Regulations etc.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Yangcheng Huang	TELEPHONE: 408-334-8321
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/13/2023

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
SAN JOSE-DAY CARE, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: GROWING TREE LEARNING CENTER INC.	FACILITY NUMBER: 434412147
	VISIT DATE: 11/13/2023

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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed director 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.

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.

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. 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 referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1.CCP.

Director 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Ting Wang.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Yangcheng Huang	TELEPHONE: 408-334-8321
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/13/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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