This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed during initial inspection, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. This facility currently has 5 classrooms: Ms. Martha classroom (3–4-year-old), Ms. Pat classroom (4-year-olds), Ms. Chablis classroom (3 year olds) and Dance classroom and Ms. Amy classroom (2 year olds). Census was taken and LPA observed 32 children and 6 staff.

LPA Perry did observe at approximately 9:14am, a body of water. Facility does have a pond for 2 ducks that are on the school premises. Per director ducks stay in the pond area. LPA observed the pond to be enclosed by a makeshift orange safety netting gate which is not secure and is accessible to the children. This gate poses an immediate danger as it could be easily opened by children, a section of the makeshift orange safety netting gate and is about 3 feet in height and has on the right side has a gap about 2 feet of the makeshift orange safety netting gate is missing and open and wide enough for a child to go through allowing the children access to the pond area. LPA also observed the classroom door from Ms. Amys classroom to be open which gives a child immediate access to the pond area, which poses an immediate danger to the children in care, LPA informed director to have door locked until pond is made fully inaccessible to the children. A gate that leads to the pond area was observed not to have the lock in place. Per director it was stated that the ducks have been on the facility premises for 2.5 years. Per director the door in Ms. Amys classroom will be immediate locked and kept locked at all times as well as a child proof lock on handle. Pictures were obtained.

LPA Perry also observed another body of water on premises, a swimming pool on the facility premises which is located towards the back of the premises next to Ms. Amys classroom. The pool is stated to be 3ft and goes all the way to 8ft deep. Pictures with measurements were obtained. LPA observed the self-latching gate, to swing away from the pool, and the latch measured no more than one (1) inch from the top of the gate. The chain link fence measures five (5) feet in height with no noticeable gaps or openings exceeding more than four

LPA Perry observed the restrooms not to be in good condition. At approximately 9:01am, LPA observed one out of service toilet in Ms. Pats classroom as well as one sink out of use and no water coming out. Per director, toilet was leaking, and it was shut off until it gets fixed. Per Director it will get fixed. LPA observed sinks, hand soap dispensers and paper towels available for the children. LPA also observed a staff restroom located in Ms. Marthas classroom which is used for adults only.

LPA Perry entered the outdoor play area. LPA Perry observed 1 shed closed and locked with a keypad lock. LPA Perry observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Perry observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Perry canopy structure. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a keypad lock. LPA observed trash bins with tight lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out the children’s water bottles.

This program provides am and pm snack. Lunch is provided by an outside vendor, parents are able to bring lunch for their children and or they can order from Dave’s deli catering which gets delivered to facility daily. Per director, some children bring their own lunches and LPA Perry informed director that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. LPA did not observe the children’s lunches that were brought from home to have proper names and dates on them. LPA advised director to ensure the name and dates are on all food from home. For water drinking, LPA Perry observed filtered water gallons. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 3/28/23 and did have an exceedance on

The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Perry observed sign in/out sheets. LPA informed director to post lead results. LPA observed facility director to post lead results in a prominent accessible arear at then facility.

LPA Perry was not able to review the children’s roster. Director stated that she does not have that form. LPA informed director of form. LPA reviewed children’s files and were observed to be complete. LPA Perry observed staff files and observed the files to be incomplete. LPA observed 6 out of 6 staff files not to have a current Mandated Reporter Training on file. LPA observed 6 out of 6 staff files did not have Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification current which poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care. LPA advised Director Pam the importance of CPR training for staff or for at least 1 staff to have a current CPR on file which if not in compliance can potentially cause a risk of a delayed response in the event of an emergency.

3. Current Children’s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request.

9.Children’s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

10.Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050

Director Pam was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.