Room measurements were taken and reviewed with ECE Lead Margaret McLain. The total inside preschool area measured to an approximate 1938 square feet which will accommodate the requested capacity of 48 preschool children at a time. There is adequate storage space available for children's belongings in the classroom. ECE Lead understands that children's equipment needs to match the capacity she is licensed for. Toys and equipment appear to be age appropriate. There is a total of 4 toilets and 5 sinks/hand washing fixtures which will accommodate the requested capacity of 48 preschool children.
The approximate outside square footage for the preschool area is 22841 which will accommodate requested capacity of 48 preschool children. The preschool play area is gated all around. LPA observed age-appropriate toys. LPA reminded ECE Lead Margaret McLain, to provide adequate supervision at all times.
A fire clearance of 48 preschool children was received on 01/02/2024. Fire clearance was approved by Visalia City FD Fire Prevention.
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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
LPA reviewed with ECE Lead Margaret McLain, the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.
The following documents should be posted at the facility:
* PUB 269- Child passenger restraint systems poster 101225(f) Transportation
* Pub 393- Notification of Parents Rights 101218.1(c) Admission Procedures
* License 101390(a) License
* Menus 101227(a)(6) Food Services
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