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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494726
Report Date: 02/16/2023
Date Signed: 02/16/2023 01:03:50 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/16/2023 01:03 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	197494726
ADMINISTRATOR:	GENDLER, MARY		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	10400 ZELZAH AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(818) 368-7254
CITY:	NORTHRIDGE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91326
CAPACITY: 90	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 90	CENSUS: 59	DATE:	02/16/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:35 AM
MET WITH:	Mary Gendler		TIME COMPLETED:	01:00 PM

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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 2/16/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA)Isabel Ortega met with facility Director and conducted an Annual Random inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During inspection LPA observed 59 children and 11 staff providing care and supervision. Facility Operates in six classrooms referred to as the Orange, Purple, Blue, Yellow, Green and Red room. There is a total of 6 classrooms, two play yards and sheds in the play yards(pad locked) and utilized for equipment, material storage and emergency supplies. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage with children’s name labeled for children's belongings. The classroom consist of filtered water dispenser for indoor and outdoor use water bottles are individual and one-time disposable cups are also available for children. Facility has an isolation area which takes place by the off side of the Red room. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries and sanitized daily by the school custodian.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023

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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494726
	VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023

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Facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Facility provides individual wrapped snacks and children have the option to bring their own lunch or have the Hot Lunch available on site. Menus are visible in each classroom in advance and are available upon parent request.

Licensee had all the required posted documents: Facility License, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist.

First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition. Smoke and carbon monoxide tested operating according to fire marshal standards. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. Food was inspected, and it was properly labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. There is hot running water in the kitchen where food is kept in a refrigerator. The kitchen area is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children.

Emergency Drills are conducted every sixth month last drill was conducted and documented on 2/15/2023 at 10:25 a.m. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards (last serviced 12/12/2022). Food allergies are noted and are posted in the food preparation area and in each classroom.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494726
	VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023

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The outdoor play areas were inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Climbing structures other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided with filtered water, a water dispenser is provided with children's individual cups also disposable cups are available if needed during outdoor play. There is adequate shade area for rest. The playground is well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play area. There are sheds on the play areas utilized for equipment, storage and emergency supplies (maintained pad locked).

Facility maintains adequate teacher child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determine basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents.

Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records are all in the children's file. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number.

Directors and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires until 01/23/2025. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter(AB1207) training is dated 08/24/2022.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494726
	VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023

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The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed.
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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Upon hired date all staff are required to be immunized and show proof of immunization records according to Title 22 regulations.

Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com. Director is aware self and all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot line at (800) 540-4000.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197494726
	VISIT DATE: 02/16/2023

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For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/

A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.

Per Title 22 Regulations facility is in compliance, no deficiency will be issued today. An exit Interview was conducted with facility staff. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/16/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/16/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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