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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197419144
Report Date: 02/24/2025
Date Signed: 02/24/2025 06:19:19 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:TODDLER LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197419144
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		FARAHINI, ZAHRAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:7635 OWENSMOUTH AVENUETELEPHONE:
(818) 883-6643
CITY:CANOGA PARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91304
CAPACITY: 24TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 13CENSUS: 13DATE:
02/24/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
02:30 PM
MET WITH:Anna Baghramyan, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
06:35 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham conducted an unannounced random annual inspection on 02/24/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 2:30 PM. LPA met with Director Anna Baghramyan who guided LPA on tour of the facility. Licensing Program Analyst observed 2 infant classrooms. 13 infants with 3 staff members were present today. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 6:00pm.

Teacher/child ratios were not in accordance with Title 22 regulations. At 2:33 pm LPA observed observed 1 staff with 5 infants. Per Director, she was assisting in the classroom and left the facility while the children were napping, LPA did not observe any children napping at the time of arrival. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times.

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. Infants in Room 1 and Room 2 have their own cubby to store their belongings. Infants also have their own storage for all diapering needs. LPA discussed with the Director in the younger infant room the changing area can not be located in the kitchenette/food prep area, LPA discussed alternative locations and hand washing areas.

LPAs 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 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/24/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Tatiana Bickham On 02/24/2025 at 05:11 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: TODDLER LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197419144

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/24/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101174(a)
Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan
(a) Each licensee shall have a disaster and mass casualty plan of action. The plan shall be in writing and shall be readily available.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/10/2025
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Director shall provide disaster and mass casualty plan to LPA by the date listed above.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.954
Licensure Requirements
Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/31/2025
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Director will place a carbon monoxide detector in each infant room by date listed above.
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:Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/24/2025


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Created By: Tatiana Bickham On 02/24/2025 at 05:15 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: TODDLER LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197419144

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/24/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
HSC
1596.871(c)(1)(A)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 persons which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/25/2025
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Director will have ensure staff submitted the required documentation that Guardian is requesting.
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Section Cited
CCR
101416.5(b)
Staff-Infant Ratio
(b) There shall be a ratio of one teacher for every four infants in attendance.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/24/2025
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Director will always have a ratio of 4:1 for infants. At 2:35 PM another staff came to the younger infant room putting the facility back in compliance.
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:Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/24/2025


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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: TODDLER LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197419144
VISIT DATE: 02/24/2025
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Linens are provided from the center and washed weekly. Each crib and mat are occupied by only one infant at time and cribs are kept free from all loose articles including blankets and pillows and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Staff physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness, and labored breathing. Documentation for infants up to 12 months includes sleeping position if it is other than on their back was not observed, LPA provided the Director with the License number for the form and the director printed out a copy. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping.

Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. Per Director, older infants have their own water bottle and water refills are available with the use of water cooler system. During file review LPA observed the center tested their water for lead in January 2021, LPA informed Director the water must be tested for lead once every 5 years.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to infants, were inaccessible to infants. Director states that poisons are locked in the teachers bathroom. Carbon monoxide detectors were not observed in either classroom.

All food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal.

All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to infants were observed to be toxic-free Per Director, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPAs did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility.

Outdoor playground equipment is 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: TODDLER LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197419144
VISIT DATE: 02/24/2025
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or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal.

All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to infants were observed to be toxic-free Per Director, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPAs did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility.

Outdoor playground equipment is 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is no adequate shade in the play yard. Per Director, the shade sales were taken down due to the high winds and have not been re-added. LPA informed Director the shade sails have to be reinstalled. Per Director, potable water is available outdoors for drinking. LPAs advised that no infants shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.

There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

Infant’s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Infant's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. The person who signs the infant in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. Infant present were signed in.

LPAs also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did have proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. At 3:35 pm LPA observed during file review 1 teacher was not fingerprint cleared. At 3:40 pm LPA observed 3 out of 4 staff are missing proof of transcripts and 1 staff entire file was missing.

Menus were not observed to be posted. Per Director, all infant meals are brought from home.

First Aid supplies were observed in the Director’s office and classrooms. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any infant who becomes ill and it is located in the Director’s office.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: TODDLER LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197419144
VISIT DATE: 02/24/2025
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Director 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.

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/.

Director 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.

Based on the LPA’s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety. A violation regarding an uncleared adult warrants an immediate civil penalty of 500.00 and is hereby assessed, see LIC 421BG)

A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit.



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SUPERVISORS NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: TODDLER LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197419144
VISIT DATE: 02/24/2025
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A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report and appeal rights was reviewed and provided to the Director, Anna Baghramyan.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Raul Navarro
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/24/2025
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