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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197411833
Report Date: 06/25/2024
Date Signed: 06/25/2024 04:00:38 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/25/2024 04:00 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE STARS LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197411833
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MORALES, LUISFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:4103 W. ADAMS BLVD.TELEPHONE:
(323) 732-2224
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90018
CAPACITY: 64TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 64CENSUS: 52DATE:
06/25/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:10 PM
MET WITH:Facility RepresentativeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:20 PM
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On 06/25/2024 at 1:10 PM an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Katrina Chicote and Peter Bishop. LPAs announced purpose of visit and initially met with A1, who allowed entry to facility. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 64 and per FR they have 64 enrolled. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. LPAs were taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors by A2. Director/Licensee, Luis Morales, joined LPAs soon after tour was beginning. Required postings were observed. LIC 125 was provided.

The facility is made up of four classrooms: RM-1, RM-2, RM-3, and RM-5, LPAs observed additional room available for facility that is the Multi-Purpose Room for use for parent involved activities. Upon arrival to the facility, LPAs observed children napping in all classrooms. LPAs observed RM-5 to have 11 children with two staff, RM-3 to have 13 children with one staff, RM-2 to have twelve children with one staff, and RM-1 to have 13 children with one staff. LPAs observed total census 50 napping children with six staff.

Beginning at 1:30 PM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in each classroom. LPAs observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, and child size tables and chairs available for children with rounded edges that are well maintained at time of inspection. LPAs observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with a variety of age appropriate toys maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Cots were inspected. LPAs observed cots laid out not hindering walkways and entrances/exits. Per A2, linens and blankets are provided by families and taken home on Fridays for washing. A2 states that they have extra blankets available in the event any blankets/sheets are soiled. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPAs observed water jugs and pitchers available with paper cups and personal water bottles available for children in classrooms. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPAs observed two bathrooms available in hallways
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/25/2024
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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE STARS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411833
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2024
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outside of classroom. Bathroom 1 has three toilets (2 urinals) and three sinks, Bathroom 2 has three toilets and three sinks. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPAs observed these items stored in locked closet in hallway by Director's office.

LPAs observed first aid kit is kept in each classroom. At 2:30 PM, LPAs tested carbon monoxide detector, located in hallway by Director's Office, which was observed to be in operable conduction at time of inspection. LPAs observed smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present in the facility. LPAs discussed requirement to have fire extinguishers serviced annually and to conduct regular checks of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are in operable condition. Disaster drill log was observed posted and last drill conducted on 06/04/2024. Isolation area for sick children is in Multi-Purpose Room where LPAs observed couch available and will have full supervision until child is picked up by Authorized Representative.

Facility provides Breakfast and PM Snack and lunch is brought in by families. Per Licensee menus are also provided digitally for parents through the parent app and posted in Kitchen. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids.

Beginning at 2:20 PM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. There are four outdoor play areas available for children and LPAs observed surfaces of outdoor play areas to be safe and maintained for activities planned such as turf grass, sand, recycled tire mulch, and concrete bicycle path. LPAs observed a multi-level play structure and swings to have cushioning material below to absorb fall that is made of recycled tire mulch. LPAs observed a variety of age appropriate toys available for children which include dramatic play and ride along toys made for outdoor play. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPAs advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. Water pitchers and paper cups are brought out to children during outside play, LPAs observed water pitchers in outdoor play area at time of inspection. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed.

Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPAs. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed, facility uses digital sign in/out using a parent app. LPAs observed all children present signed in with a full signature at time of inspection.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2024
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE STARS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411833
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2024
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Beginning at 2:50 PM, 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. CPR card expires on 04/2025 for Staff #7. Staff files reviewed did have proof of current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. All staff and employees have obtained their criminal record clearances and associated to the facility at time of inspection.

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 the licensee 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.

Licensee 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.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO 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 Licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2024
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE STARS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411833
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2024
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) - Child Care Centers
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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/.

MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee 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.

The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today, 06/25/2024.

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



Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Luis Morales.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2024
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