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25 | On March 18, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Miguel Herrera ad Sonja Navarrete conducted an unannounced Case Management Inspection. LPA met with Lead Co-Teacher, Catalina Vargas. LPA toured the facility, and a census was taken. The purpose of today's inspection was regarding an Unusual Incident that was self-reported to the Fresno Childcare Regional Office, the incident occurred on 03/04/2025. The incident involved a child #1 sustaining an injury to his forehead that required medical attention.
During today’s visit LPA Herrera conducted facility observations, interviewed staff, and reviewed facility records pertinent to the incident. During the facility tour LPA Herrera conducted observations in the outdoor play area where the incident occurred. The surface of the outdoor play area was maintained in a safe condition. LPA Herrera did not observe any potholes or any other tripping hazards in the playground's grass areas that could pose a danger to children in care.
Based on interviews, the child was running towards the swing set area when he tripped over his feet and fell forward and hit his head on the concrete edge near the swing set area. Per interviews, staff immediately provided aid to the child and took him to the nurse’s office where the wound was cleaned, and first aid was applied. The facility promptly contacted the child’s authorized representatives. During today's inspection LPA Herrera observed that the facility practiced proper supervision of children inside and outside the classroom. The facility practiced zoning in the outdoor space to ensure children were always supervised and that there was a direct view of each zone in the outdoor space area. Furthermore, it was an isolated incident and staff took appropriate measures to address the incident, following appropriate policies, regulations, and reporting requirements. Furthermore, based on interviews LPA Herrera determined that the facility was within ratio and was practicing proper supervision during the time of the incident. Teacher/child ratios are maintained, and adequate supervision is being provided during today's visit.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Lead Co-Teacher, Catalina Vargas. Appeal rights were provided. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, there are no deficiencies 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.
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