191202133-6-4-2024-58-CC-KCHE-D5WQ5E-20240604115150

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191202133
Report Date: 06/04/2024
Date Signed: 06/04/2024 11:51:59 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/04/2024 11:51 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	TEMPLE BETH HILLEL NURSERY SCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	191202133
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	CLAUDINE DOUGLAS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	12326 RIVERSIDE DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(818) 763-9148
CITY:	NORTH HOLLYWOOD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91607
CAPACITY: 140	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 135	CENSUS: 119	DATE:	06/04/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:50 AM
MET WITH:	Claudine Douglas, Director		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:15 PM

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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	On 06/04/2024 at 9:00 AM an Unannounced Required – 3 Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Chicote. LPA announced purpose of visit and initially met with Assistant Director. Facility Representative (FR) Claudine Douglas, Director, arrived shortly after LPA arrival and provided guided tour of the facility both indoors and outdoors. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 140, per FR they currently have 135 enrolled. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The facility is made up of 10 classrooms located in two buildings. LPA observed Rms 1-7 in stand alone building and Rms 13-15 classrooms to be in building across. At the initial start of the site visit LPA observed Rm-1 to have 13 children with two staff, Rm-2 to have 12 children with two staff, Rm-3 to have 13 children with two staff, Rm-4 to have 13 children with two staff, Rm-5 to have 12 children with two staff, Rm-6 to have 13 children with two staff, Rm-7 to have ten children with two staff, Rm-13 to have 15 children with two staff, Rm-14 to have 15 children with two staff, and Rm-15 to have 13 children with two staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Facility uses electronic sign in/out procedures and LPA observed children present signed in electronically at time of inspection. Total census during visit was 129 children and 20 staff. Beginning at 9:05 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in each classroom. LPA observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean and child size tables and chairs available for children well maintained. LPA observed a variety of toys available that are well maintained free of loose and sharp parts and an area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Mats were inspected. LPA observed mats stored outside by classroom doors and inside classrooms. Per FR, linens are provided by the families and taken home weekly. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. Per FR, children bring personal water bottles from home which is refilled by filtered drinking fountains, LPA observed Report Continues - Page 1 of 4

SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/04/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/04/2024

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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: TEMPLE BETH HILLEL NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191202133
	VISIT DATE: 06/04/2024

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water bottles stored in children's cubbies at time of inspection. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed bathroom available through Rm-7 that had five toilets and five sinks available. LPA observed a walk up diaper changing table that complies with Title 22 Regulation requirements and discussed diaper changing procedures with FR. LPA observed additional room that FR calls, "Regulation Station" through Rm-15 to have sensory equipment for children such as a fidget board, ball pit, low climbing and swing equipment, for the purpose of emotional regulation for children.

A first aid kit is kept in each classroom and was inventoried for supplies. LPA tested carbon monoxide detector which was observed to be in operable condition at time of inspection. Smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present at the facility. Disaster drill log was available and last drill conducted on 04/2024. Sick/isolation area is in Office. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed these items stored in a bin on high shelves in classrooms at time of inspection. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA at time of inspection.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. Facility has two outdoor play areas available for children. LPA observed that Rms-13-15 has to walk across parking lot to access outdoor play area. LPA discussed safety procedures for crossing with FR at time of inspection. LPA observed Outdoor Play Area 1 to have a variety of toys available such as bicycles, dramatic play equipment, and age appropriate play structure with steps and slide and swing set all maintained at time of inspection. LPA observed a sand area in the rear of Outdoor Play Area 1 to be free of hazards and LPA discussed cleaning and sanitation of sand area with FR. LPA observed Outdoor Play Area 2 to have age appropriate outdoor play equipment maintained with a sandbox that has been covered at time of inspection. LPA observed surfaces of outdoor play areas to be maintained for activities planned including cushioning material below structures and swing set to be maintained at time of inspection. LPA advised FR that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to drinking fountains during outside play, per FR children's water bottles are also brought out in carts during outdoor play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed at time of inspection.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/04/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/04/2024

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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: TEMPLE BETH HILLEL NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191202133
	VISIT DATE: 06/04/2024

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Facility only provides snack to children when needed and snack/lunches are brought from home. LPA observed lunch boxes in children's cubbies and some setting up snack time with children's names labeled on placemats were lunch boxes are placed. Snack menus were reviewed and observed posted in each classroom.

Beginning at 10:40 AM, staff and children’s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. All staff present were cleared and associated at time of inspection. CPR card expires on 08/2025 for Staff #4. 6 of 6 staff files reviewed did have proof of current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate.

The following were discussed:
LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation, this includes any changes as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location.

LPA advised to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

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.

Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over in the facility, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed facility. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes Facility Representative 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.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/04/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/04/2024

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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: TEMPLE BETH HILLEL NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191202133
	VISIT DATE: 06/04/2024

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CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND HAS REMEDIATED LEAD EXCEEDANCES:
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 referred Facility Representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and 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/.

The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited only advisories provided today 06/04/2024.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Claudine Douglas.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/04/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/04/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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