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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434415461
Report Date: 11/20/2024
Date Signed: 11/20/2024 01:50:03 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/20/2024 01:50 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 CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	THINK TOGETHER EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM ADELANTE ACA		FACILITY NUMBER:	434415461
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	LAURA BECK		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2999 RIDGMONT AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(408) 928-1900
CITY:	SAN JOSE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95127
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS: 18	DATE:	11/20/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:	Doris Jovel		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	11:55 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	Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's)Anna Morales and Shine Yu, conducted a Annual Required Inspection and was greeted by Master Teacher/Director Doris Jovel. Also, present were two teachers supervising 18 preschool aged children. Facility was in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. The Preschool is licensed in Room K2. Hours of operation are: 8:15 to 3:15pm Monday - Friday. LPA observed the required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), Menus, and Activity Schedule. The center has a waiver for shared playground posted. LPA observed a current children’s roster. Last disaster drill was conducted on 11/14/24. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. 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's observed a fire extinguisher, working carbon monoxide detectors, and fire pull stations. Classrooms, children's restrooms were inspected. Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning products, and sunscreens,were stored in high cabinets inaccessible to the children in care. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Floors were free from tripping hazards.

Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
Anna Morales	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8325
	DATE: 11/20/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2024

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 JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM ADELANTE ACA	FACILITY NUMBER: 434415461
	VISIT DATE: 11/20/2024

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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/.

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.

As a result of today's inspection, there were no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Master Teacher/ Doris Jovel.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8325
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/20/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2024

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 CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM ADELANTE ACA	FACILITY NUMBER: 434415461
	VISIT DATE: 11/20/2024

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Napping mats were observed to be appropriate and in good condition. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in all rooms. LPA's observed individual children's cubbies. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition.

Drinking water was observed to be readily available for children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via individual water bottles. Staff use the water from sink inside the classroom, and place it into a pitcher that has a filter. Master Teacher/Director stated that they don't use the water for cooking and stated that the lead testing was conducted last year.

Water lead testing was completed by the facility and no Action Level Exceedances were reported. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided by the school district.

Outdoor playground and play equipment were inspected and observed to be fenced in and free of hazards. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient tanbark as resilient material to absorb falls. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with resilient material. Shaded rest area is provided by canopy.There were no bodies of water observed.

A random sample of 7 children’s files were reviewed. Each child's file reviewed contained the required forms.

LPA reviewed staff during today's inspection. At least one staff member on site has a current CPR and First Aid certification on file. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site always or present during off-site activities (field trips). All staff files reviewed contained the required forms. All staff have immunization's against pertussis, measles and influenza. LPA also observed the required Mandated Reporter Training on file for all staff.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales	TELEPHONE: (408) 334-8325
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/20/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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