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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191231224
Report Date: 08/19/2024
Date Signed: 08/19/2024 03:47:54 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/19/2024 03:47 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE SHEPHERD'S LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191231224
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		PETERS, MARIAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:19700 RINALDI ST.TELEPHONE:
(818) 831-3971
CITY:PORTER RANCHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91326
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 40CENSUS: DATE:
08/19/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Case Management - Licensee InitiatedUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:43 AM
MET WITH:Deborah, Scott, Infant/Toddler Supervisor TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maddox met with Deborah, Scott, Infant/Toddler Supervisor for the purpose of conducting a case management(CM) inspection. Staff are requesting to increase their capacity from 40 - 41 Infants. The hours of operation will be: Mon through Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The Infant component will occupy Rooms: 114,116, 111 (new class). This is a combination center that also has a licensed Preschool component with a Toddler Option (X191231218). Each component maintains a physical separation indoors and outdoors. Staff are requesting to add Room 111 to the licensed Infant Component.

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:

· The child care center was toured and found to be clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors


· Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean (carpet flooring)
· A comfortable temperature for children shall always be maintained.
· Furniture and equipment are maintained in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. There are a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys, and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities.
· Drinking water is readily available?????
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/19/2024
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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SHEPHERD'S LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191231224
VISIT DATE: 08/19/2024
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· Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored and inaccessible to children ( Stored in locked storage closet)
· There is/are fully stocked first-aid kit(s) in locations accessible to staff but inaccessible to children:
· The isolation area is located in the office for any child who becomes ill during the day.
· LPA observed operable carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors (hard wired), fire extinguishers are located throughout the facility and fully charged.
· The center has a working telephone
· Sign-in and out procedure (Brightwheel)
· Staff shall conduct wellness checks upon daily arrival of children to ensure that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted.
OUTDOOR

The outdoor play areas were inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided with filtered water and infant bottles and disposable cups (water jugs observed) during outdoor play. There is adequate shade area for rest. The playgrounds is well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play areas. There are two sheds on the play areas utilized for equipment and storage (maintained locked).


There is an outside play schedule that shall remain posted during the hours of operation
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SHEPHERD'S LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191231224
VISIT DATE: 08/19/2024
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LPA observed a changing table within arms reach of a sink.

Staff bathroom- there is a staff bathroom located in the entrance area (classroom #3).

Measurements taken were as follows:


Room #111
20 X 13.75 = 361/35 = 10

Outside play space:
1676 sq ft divided by 75 = 22.3 children

There is a Infant Daily Report recorded on the centers Brightwell App ( which will entail last time infant ate/sleep, last diaper change, how long slept, how much ate) sheet for parents to complete. Used diapers are put in trash container with lid (diaper genie). Each child has their own container and diaper bags for storage.

LEAD TESTING

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) - Lead Testing was completed in May of 2023.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SHEPHERD'S LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191231224
VISIT DATE: 08/19/2024
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SUPERVISION:

Applicant/Owner/Director/Licensee shall ensure no child is left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, Supervision shall include visual observation.

FOOD SERVICES

Menu must be posted for parents’ review.

· Pesticides and other similar toxic substances were not stored in food storerooms, kitchen areas, food-preparation areas, or areas where kitchen equipment or utensils are stored.


· Soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds or similar substances were stored in areas separate from food supplies.
· Food-preparation and storage areas shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures shall be taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin.
· Trashcans, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof.

· A refrigerator is available and shall be used to store any medication that requires refrigeration.

TRANSPORTATION:

Transportation is not provided.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SHEPHERD'S LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191231224
VISIT DATE: 08/19/2024
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Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication

Supervisor is reminded of the requirement to report and unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC 624B.



Infant Component currently licensed for 40 Infants, increasing capacity increased requested for 1 additional Infant, Fire Clearance has been received a d granted for the requested capacity of 41 Infants.

The following information is missing for the capacity increase: Lic 309; LIC 610, List of furniture and equipment; proof of current CPR and First Aid training, current Mandated Reporter training. The current outdoor space does not accommodate the requested capacity, a waiver will be required (sample given to Supervisor during this inspection)

An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of this report was provided to the with Deborah, Scott, Infant/Toddler Supervisor. Final license determination will be made upon review of the Licensing Program Manager.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SHEPHERD'S LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191231224
VISIT DATE: 08/19/2024
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Each licensee shall have a disaster and mass casualty plan of action. The plan shall be in writing and shall be readily available.

NAPPING

LPA observed cribs were free from all loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows.

There were no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib.


Cribs did not limit the ability of staff to see the infant and did not limit the infant's ability to stand upright. Crib mattresses were observed to be covered with vinyl or similar moisture-resistant material; Staff clean with a detergent/disinfectant daily and when soiled or wet, cribs were also observed to be maintained in a safe condition with no exposed foam, batting or coils. Bedding was individually stored so that each child's bedding is identifiable and no child's used bedding comes into contact with other bedding.

Staff are reminded Infants shall be constantly supervised and under direct visual observation and supervision by a staff person at all times.

Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following:
1. Labored breathing.
2.Signs of distress, which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature and restlessness.
3.Infants up to 12 months of age who are sleeping in a position other than on their back including completing form LIC 9227 (infant’s Individual Infant Sleeping Plan)
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/19/2024
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