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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197416779
Report Date: 04/18/2024
Date Signed: 04/18/2024 12:20:29 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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:CASTLE IN THE CLOUDSFACILITY NUMBER:
197416779
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LEE, KYE J.FACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1435 W. 120TH STREETTELEPHONE:
(323) 756-9191
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90047
CAPACITY: 50TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 15CENSUS: 6DATE:
04/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:01 AM
MET WITH:Candyce Lee, Administrator's AssistantTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 04/18/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Adrian Risher conducted an unannounced Annual/Required Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Administrative Assistant Candice Lee. LPA toured the facility indoors and outdoors. The days and hours of operation are 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday. LPA observed 6 children in care with 3 staff.

LPA inspected the preschool classrooms 1, 7 and Nap room. Room 1 is used for the young preschoolers ages 2 to 3 years old. Room 7 is used for the older preschoolers. LPA observed designated cubbies in the classrooms. Drinking water is available to the children in the classroom and in the outside play area. LPA observed cots that are used for napping in the nap-room. The isolation area is located in the library. The capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. The space was found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. The furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian Risher
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/18/2024
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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197416779
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2024
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LPA inspected the bathrooms located in the classrooms. LPA observed adequate toilets and sinks to accommodate the facility’s capacity. LPA observed the toilets flushing properly. The toilet and sinks are reachable by the children in care. The restroom has adequate toilet paper and paper towels available. The bathroom was found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom area. LPA observed an additional lock at the top of the door in the bathroom located in Room 7 to prevent the children from accessing the nap room.

The facility provides breakfast, lunch and snacks. Breakfast is served upon request. LPA observed a menu posted on the parent board. Food preparation area was toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. A review of cleaning and food supply storage areas was made.

There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. All poisons are kept in a locked storage area. Cleaning supplies are stored in a cabinet in the kitchen. The facility has one or more functioning fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. LPA observed the required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. The play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. The outdoor play area is located on the side of the building. Preschoolers do not use the larger playground located behind the building at this time.

LPA completed file reviews for children and staff. LPA observed more than one staff with current CPR and Pediatric first aid certification. LPA reviewed disaster and fire drill logs which were current. LPA observed proper sign in/out documentation.

No deficiencies will be cited today.

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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian Risher
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197416779
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2024
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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 referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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 licensee 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.

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/.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian Risher
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197416779
VISIT DATE: 04/18/2024
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Facility representative 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.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Candice Lee.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maureen Neal
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian Risher
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/18/2024
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