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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 103808517
Report Date: 02/11/2025
Date Signed: 02/11/2025 03:47:23 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME:BRIGHTEN ACADEMY PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
103808517
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
PETERSON, KRISTINFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1825 AUSTIN AVE.TELEPHONE:
(559) 294-1310
CITY:CLOVISSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93611
CAPACITY: 162TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 140CENSUS: 59DATE:
02/11/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:44 AM
MET WITH:Annette TamezTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:15 PM
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On 02/11/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Miguel Herrera, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Director, Annette Tamez, and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:30am - 6:00pm. This facility operates on a year-round basis. Director Nelson verified facility phone number is 559-294-1310.

LPA Herrera observed all required licensing forms to be posted in a visible location for authorized representatives to view them. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. There is a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than twelve children in attendance. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.

LPA Herrera observed an electronic sign in/out system for the usage of parents and/or authorized representatives in the facility. The electronic sign in/out system documented a full legal signature and a record of the time of day. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. LPA observe disinfectants, and cleaning solutions to be inaccessible to children. There were no poisons observed on the premises accessible to children. Licensee is aware that poisons are required to be locked and inaccessible to children.

During the inspection, LPA observed furniture and equipment that are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The facility has sufficient age-appropriate furniture, and equipment. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed adequate cushioning underneath the play structure and landing of the slides to absorb falls. LPA advised Director Tamez to have the staff conduct frequent safety inspections of the outdoor play structure and to check for any loose parts, cracks, and hazards. The Director is aware of child safety around the play structure and assumes all responsibility. The Director understands that children must be always supervised while using the play structure. To be continued on 809-C.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Juvenal Moctezuma
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miguel Herrera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/11/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/11/2025
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
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: BRIGHTEN ACADEMY PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 103808517
VISIT DATE: 02/11/2025
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The facility has a complete first aid kit, including bandages, scissor, thermometer, gloves and a first aid manual. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. This facility has provided evidence of a completed water lead testing. Water lead sampling results indicated no lead exceedance levels in drinking water. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Food is prepared at the facility. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. The facility is free of flies, insects, and rodents. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet the statutory requirements. There is a working fire extinguisher and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Fire drills are conducted and documented with the date, time and how many children present, every six months.

At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the childcare center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility meets teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with immunization records, health records, and contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and all staff had complete health screenings, immunization records for influenza, pertussis, and measles. All staff had current documentation of a completed mandated reporter training on file and meet educational requirements.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates.

LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212). LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with Director Tamez 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 the 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Juvenal Moctezuma
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miguel Herrera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2025
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: BRIGHTEN ACADEMY PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 103808517
VISIT DATE: 02/11/2025
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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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred Director Tamez to the Department website for lead: www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information.

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-care-centers/.

Director Tamez was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Annette Tamez. Appeal rights were provided. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, there are no deficiencies being cited during today’s inspection. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Juvenal Moctezuma
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miguel Herrera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2025
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