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25 | On August 23, 2023 at 8:30 AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with the facility representative, Tiffany Hopper. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the facility representative. There were 21 preschool age children present during this inspection and two (2) additional staff members. The facility is located on the campus of Palma Ceia Elementary School. The classroom and playground was toured for a health and safety inspection. Hours of operation are 8:15 AM to 11:15 AM for morning session, and 12:15 PM to 3:15 PM for afternoon session.
LPA checked the facility RECORDS and they show all individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. LPA conducted a census of the children and the census matches the children signed in on the sign in sheet. LPA reviewed three (3) children's files around 9:00 AM. Staff files are maintained and stored in the Hayward School Districts Human Resource Office, and all licensing requirements for personnel are met as a condition of employment with the school district. LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy.
The one (1) classroom was inspected around 9:30 AM and teacher-child ratio was observed. There is adequate heating/air conditioning, ventilation and lighting. There are adequate play and learning materials available. The floors, furniture, and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. Drinking water is available inside and outside of the center. There is proper individual storage space for each child. The isolation area for sick children is the nurses office, away from other children in care. The center has a wired smoke & carbon monoxide detectors, working telephone, and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher which meets standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months and the last one conducted was on 06/01/23. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area.
See 809-C. |