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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 195700208
Report Date: 01/31/2024
Date Signed: 01/31/2024 03:56:41 PM

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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:VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
195700208
ADMINISTRATOR:KEVIN CHONG YIFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:13645 ROSCOE BLVDTELEPHONE:
(818) 782-8630
CITY:PANORAMA CITYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91402
CAPACITY: 18TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 18CENSUS: 9DATE:
01/31/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:10 AM
MET WITH:Kevin Chong Yi, (Applicant)TIME COMPLETED:
04:15 PM
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On 1/31/2024 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Laticia Thompson and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Deborah Lowe met with, Kevin Chong Yi, (Applicant/Director). The purpose of the visit was an announced pre-licensing inspection at the facility to ensure that health, safety and personal rights as required by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. There were 8 preschool children and 1 infant and 3 staff members present during this inspection. This is an application for a Single License with a total capacity of 28; 10 infants ages 0-24months and 18 Preschoolers ages 2 years into entry of 1st grade. The child care center will operate Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. The fire clearance was approved on 10/24/2023. LPA toured and measured the on-limits areas. The facility has a total of 5 classrooms. Classroom #1 and #2 are dedicated to the infant program. Classrooms #3, #4 and the indoor activity space near the kitchen are dedicated to the preschool program.

Infant Indoor measurements are:

The Indoor total measurements contain a total of 438.25 divided by 35 square feet, will accommodate Applicant’s request for 10 infants.

Preschool Indoor measurements are:

The Indoor total measurements contain a total of 627.94 divided by 35 square feet will accommodate Applicant’s request for 18 Preschool children.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/31/2024
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: VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700208
VISIT DATE: 01/31/2024
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Infant Outdoor Activity measurements are:

The outdoor activity space total measurements contain a total of 402.15 divided by 75 square feet, will not accommodate Applicant’s request for 10 infants. Based on today’s measurement the facility capacity limit for outdoor space is 5 infants.

Preschool Outdoor Activity measurements are:

The outdoor activity space total measurements contain a total of 1,358.64 divided by 75 square feet, will accommodate Applicant’s request for 18 Preschool children.

The following was observed:


Parents will enter and exit through a gate located in the parking lot of the facility next to In and Out burgers.

Parents will sign in and out manually on a clip board located in the front entrance of the facility.



Applicant was advised that child care center license number shall be revealed on all advertisements.
Preschool children will have access to 2 sinks and 2 toilets. There is a total of 3 cribs and one changing table available to the infant center. Cribs are not currently in use. The staff restroom is located between classroom 1 and 3. All toilets and sinks were observed to be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. The facility water fixtures do not disperse hot water. The facility has filtered water pitchers to fill children personal water bottles for outdoor and indoor activities.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
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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: VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700208
VISIT DATE: 01/31/2024
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There is an operable carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed 2 fire extinguishers with an inspection date of 7/13/2023. LPA observed First aid kits with the required materials including a thermometer.
Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition. LPA observed some equipment and materials with sharp, lose or pointed parts. Please see plan of corrections

Tables and chairs were observed to meet the needs of the children. There are cots for napping.



LPA advised director that Cribs shall not limit the ability of staff to see the infant. Have a padded surface no less than one-inch thick and be covered with washable vinyl or plastic. Have raised sides at least three inches high.

Observation of outdoor play equipment hard plastic climber is not age appropriate to be used by infants. Applicant will remove play apparatus from infant outdoor activity space. Product is intended for children ages 2-6 years.

There is cubbies storage for children clothing and personal belongings.
There is a refrigerator located in the infant room #1 that requires a thermostat to regulate the temperature.

The facility has central air for heating and cooling. The classrooms were clean in good repair. Classrooms have adequate lighting. Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects, or debris. Applicant will replace trash bins in kitchen and outdoor play area with bins with tight fitting lids. The facility is equipped with landline telephones service. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children are stored the kitchen area of the facility that is inaccessible to children.

Ill children will use the office space located next to classroom #1 and the staff restroom for isolation. The isolation area will be equipped with a cot for ill children and shall be supervised by staff.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
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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: VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700208
VISIT DATE: 01/31/2024
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The applicant was advised to develop and implement a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications, to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. Medications will be stored in a cabinet next to the kitchen area inaccessible to children. Medication that requires refrigeration will be stored in the kitchen refrigerator inaccessible to children.

The program provides lunch and snacks. The kitchen and food-preparation storage areas were observed to be clean and free of litter and rubbish. The refrigerator located in the kitchen has a thermostat to maintain temperature regulation. Menus are in writing and are posted in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request.

All foods or beverages that require storage at a temperature of 45 degrees will be stored in the refrigerator located in the kitchen and classroom #1. LPA did not observe a thermostat in the refrigerator located in classroom #1.

The required postings were posted in an area for parents and visitors to review. Facility does not have a disaster and mass casualty plan of action. Applicant will update address on Notification of Parents rights.

LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. The facility does not provide transportation.

Applicant stated there are no firearms on the premises.

LPA reviewed and provided applicant will copies and posters of infant safe sleep, infant needs and service plans, infant sleeping equipment regulations.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
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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: VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700208
VISIT DATE: 01/31/2024
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Outdoor

The entire outdoor activity grounds are enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence is at least four feet high. The surface of the outdoor activity space has artificial grass, for cushioning to prevent injury from falls. The outdoor activity space was observed to be maintained in fair condition LPA observed some hazards please see plan of corrections at the end of report. Applicant will remove debris from infant and preschool outdoor activity space see plan of corrections. There is adequate shade in the preschool outdoor activity space. The infant outdoor activity space does not have an adequate shaded area. LPA observed benches in the preschool activity space for resting. Applicant will fix equipment in the infant and preschool outdoor activity space that is hazardous and unsafe see plan of corrections.

The following items were discussed:



The applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

LPA reviewed with facility representative the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At
The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
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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: VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700208
VISIT DATE: 01/31/2024
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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).

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 applicant 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep, as an additional resource. LPA also informed [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at: https://www.cpsc.gov/, and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
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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: VALLEY NURSERY SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700208
VISIT DATE: 01/31/2024
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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-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.
The following corrections are needed before a licensure will be considered.

· Applicant will provide a waiver request for infant outdoor activity space.

· Remove the following items from the infant outdoor activity space; broken wooden school bus structure, high chair, broken plastic school chair, rolled up carpet, and play apparatus. Secure the water hose and plastic drainage equipment, place cushioning around spigot. Clean planter/shrubbery area. Provide adequate shading.

· Preschool outdoor activity area corrections; remove buckets, mops, brooms and dustpans from brick area. Replace/repair; wooden barrier casings around meters, the wooden posting were paint/wood is chipping, outdoor gate entrance near roscoe blvd that has broken sharp material and cushioning on brick wall.

· Remove signs that states place toilet paper in trash cans.
· Provide a mass casualty plan of action
· Replace trash bins in kitchen and outdoor play area with bins with tight fitting lids.

Corrections are due by 03/01/2024
An exit interview was conducted with plan of corrected items discussed. LPA provided applicant with appeal rights and a copy of this report. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager and corrections.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Laticia S Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/31/2024
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