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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191606224
Report Date: 03/20/2025
Date Signed: 03/20/2025 11:21:50 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	LAUREL STATE PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	191606224
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	RACHEL COLLINS		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1321 W. LAUREL STREET		TELEPHONE:	(310) 898-6326
CITY:	COMPTON	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90220
CAPACITY: 20	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 20	CENSUS: 10	DATE:	03/20/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:			TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	11:45 AM

NARRATIVE
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 March 20, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Portia Bowden conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Ms. Evelyn Martinez Lead Teacher, explained the reason for visit, provided LIC 125 (Entrance Checklist) and was guided on a tour. Also present during inspection were Co Teacher Cortez and Aide Cynthia. Per Teacher Martinez, the facility operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM – 2:35PM. LPA observed all required documents on the facility licensing board (PUB 269, PUB 393, LIC 610, LIC 9224, LIC 613A). LPA Observed an Emergency Drill log dated 2/27/25. This is a half day preschool program serving ages 2.5 to 5 years old, consisting of 1 classroom and an enclosed outdoor play area. Per Teacher Martinez AM class is held from 8-11AM and currently has 15 Children enrolled. LPA observed 11 children in care during inspection. Per Teacher Martinez the PM Class is held from 11:35AM – 2:35PM and currently has 15 children enrolled. At 9:30AM LPA observed 11 children signed in. Also housed on the premises is a K-8th Grade Elementary. Also present during inspection was co teacher Cortez and Aide Cynthia. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Per Teacher Martinez there is 1 child in the AM class who requires Incidental Medical Services and no children in care with food allergies. At 9:45AM LPA observed a IMS Plan for 1 child in care as well as a Rx properly labeled and stored inaccessible to children in care with an expiration date of 9/28. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. At 9:45AM LPA observed a functioning Carbon monoxide detector on the classroom wall. LPA did not observe any sleeping materials as this is a half day program and no napping takes place. LPA observed 2 age appropriate toilets, 2 age appropriate sinks and one changing table in good repair in the bathroom located in classroom. Per Teacher Martinez facility provides potty training.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia Bowden
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/19/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2025

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Portia Bowden On 03/20/2025 at 10:36 AM

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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
, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAUREL STATE PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191606224
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/20/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

Lead Testing

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in facility has not conducted required lead testing which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/03/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility will submit appointment for Lead testing to LPA via email.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME:

Karen Chambers

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Portia Bowden

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAUREL STATE PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191606224
	VISIT DATE: 03/20/2025

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Per PIN 21-21-CCP lead testing to be conducted for all equipment used for drinking consumption. Per School secretary no water lead testing has been done. At 10:00AM LPA observed a filtered water dispenser as well as dixie paper cups and a large pitcher (for outside use) in the classroom. A type B deficiency will be issued for lead testing.

At 10:05AM LPA observed disinfectants stored on a high shelf in the classroom, inaccessible to children in care. Per Teacher Martinez there are no poisons on the premises.

Facility provides breakfast and lunch which is supplied by the school cafeteria. Per Teacher Martinez outside food is not permitted in the facility. At 10:15AM LPA observed kitchen area to be clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. LPA spoke with cafeteria staff who stated kitchen knives are stored behind the counter with a supervisor, inaccessible to children in care. Per Cafeteria staff all employees have access to a list of Children with food allergies and provide substitutions.

Outdoor play is conducted on a playground directly next to Preschool classrooms. Per Teacher Martinez area is shared with the special education class on a staggered schedule with children never co mingling. At 10:30AM LPA observed a two story play apparatus in a 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. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility

LPA Reviewed no staff files as they are housed at the Compton Unified School District. LPA observed Teacher Martinez’s current Child Development Teacher Permit Exp 4/26, Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certificate Exp 3/27, Mandated Reporter Certificate expired 3/25, a technical violation will be issued.

LPA Reviewed 4 children’s files including 1 child required IMS and observed them to be complete.

The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia Bowden
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/20/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LAUREL STATE PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 191606224
	VISIT DATE: 03/20/2025

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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, 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.

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 to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

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/

1 Type B deficiency for missing required Lead testing and 1 Technical Violation for expired Mandated Reporter Certificate were observed during today’s inspection.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Teacher Martinez, Appeal rights and A notice of site visit were given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Portia Bowden
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/20/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025

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