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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197495003
Report Date: 04/07/2022
Date Signed: 04/07/2022 04:35:42 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/07/2022 04:35 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
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	197495003
ADMINISTRATOR:	SANDRA VALENZUELA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	4042-46 W SLAUSON AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 750-5168
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90043
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	04/07/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:27 PM
MET WITH:	Sandra Valenzuela - applicant		TIME COMPLETED:	04:34 PM

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On 04/07/2022 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an announced visit to Honey Bee Bilingual Preschool for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Sandra Valenzuela (applicant) also present Rene Sandavol (spouse) who provided a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a license with a capacity for 24 pre-school children ages 2 – entry into kindergarten. The facility is a single story converted duplex with an occupancy certificate of 40. There is an approved fire clearance on file conducted by inspector Henry Medina of the LA City Fire Department

The following was observed of the:

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger, last inspected 3/9/2022

Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in operable condition

First aid kits were available with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, ointments and thermometer

Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good repair

Drinking water will be provided through filtered water from the refrigerator.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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Heating and Cooling was provided by a central heating system and fans

Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris

Adequate lighting was observed

The classroom was clean in good repair

Storage for children’s belongings were observed

Trash cans used for solid waste were not observed with tight fitting lids during todays inspection

Covered fireplaces were observed

Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons shall be made inaccessible to children, placed in locked cabinet or storage room

The director’s office and restroom will be used for isolation of ill children

The center was equipped with a working telephone, applicant plans to use cell phones for communication amongst staff.

Parents and authorized adult will sign in using an electronic device (Hi Mama). Applicant was advised that sign in sheets shall be available for printing and review, by licensing and other enforcement agencies.

The required postings shall be posted in a prominent area for review by parents and visitors. LPA observed the parent board during todays inspection.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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Children will use mats for napping, Mats were observed in good condition.

Measurements for the indoor activity space was 751.82 divided by 35 SQ. FT. per child = 21 children

FOOD SERVICE:

Lunches and snacks will be provided by the applicant. LPA observed a a full kitchen microwave stove and refrigeration for heating and preparing meals .There is dishwashing equipment.

Center shall devise an Incidental Medical Service plan and provide to parents of children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), and children needing G-tube feeding

RESTROOMS

THERE WERE:

5 toilets = 1 toilet per 15 children for a total of 75 children

2 sinks = 1 sink per 15 children for a total of 30 children

Toilets and sinks were age appropriate

The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered cold water.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Age appropriate toys and equipment were observed in good condition.

The play yard is completely gated with a 4 inch or higher gate.

No hazardous conditions or equipment was observed during today’s visit.

LPA did not observe any climbing apparatus, grass was observed for cushioning, applicant plans to add swings later.

Water pitchers will be available for an outdoor water source

A tent was observed for shading and a bench for resting

Measurements for the outdoor activity area were 3358.39 divided by 75 sq. ft. per child for capacity total of 44 children.

Based on todays inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of 21 children determined by the indoor measurements.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Sandra Valenzuela

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process

Criminal Record Statement

Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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.

Safe Sleep

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Sandra Valenzuela

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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Heating and Cooling was provided by a central heating system.
Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris
Adequate lighting was observed
The classroom was clean in good repair
Age appropriate toys and equipment that promotes: auditory, visual, tactile stimulation and manipulative skills were observed in good repair.
Storage for children’s belongings, diapers and other diapering needs were observed. Changing tables were within arms reach of a sink.
LPA observed 4 standard cribs with no drop down sides cribs were observed with firm mattresses and tight fitting sheets. Applicant was advised that infants shall not sleep with covers per Safe Sleeping guidance. The sleeping area was separate from the indoor activity. Applicant shall ensure that children are afforded a quiet environment when sleeping. Age appropriate cots for children who are able to climb from cribs were observed in fair repair.
No swings or baby walkers were observed during todays inspection
Trash cans used for solid waste were not observed with tight fitting lids
Covered fireplaces were observed
Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons shall be made inaccessible to children, placed in locked cabinet or storage room

The director office and restroom will be used for isolation of ill children, Licensee shall provide age appropriate resting equipment for infants that require sleeping in a crib. Children able to climb out of cribs will use cots for napping, cots were observed in fair condition.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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The center has a working telephone and cell phones are used for teacher to teacher communication.

Parents and authorized adults will use an electronic sign in and out devise (Hi Mama), applicant was advised that the devise must be capable of printing these sheets upon request of licensing representative or other enforcement agencies. Sign in sheets must be maintained for a minimum of 1 month.

The required postings shall be posted in a prominent area for parents and visitors review.

The following was discussed with licensee

Ratios shall be maintained at all times according to Title 22 section 101416.5

Prior to the infant's first day at the center, the infant care center director or assistant director shall complete a needs and services plan for the infant.

It is recommended that centers comply with the following U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advice for the selection and safe use of children's toys

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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Measurements for the indoor activity space was 446.43 divided by 35 SQ. FT. per child = 12 children

FOOD SERVICE:

Parents will provide infant formula and foods. The infant shall be fed in accordance with the individual plan. Bottles shall be labeled and prepared prior to leaving the at the center. Refrigeration for infant meal and formulas was observed inside the classroom. The school has a full kitchen; stove, sink and refrigeration that will be used as a staff kitchen/lounge.

Applicant has an Incidental Medical Service plan for children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), and children needing G-tube feeding

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2 toilets = 1 toilet per 15 children for a total of 30 children
3 sinks = 1 sink per 15 children for a total of 45 children
Toilets and sinks were age appropriate
The changing table was within arms reach of the sink. LPA observed the changing table in the main classroom with a portable sink. Applicant was advised that the second changing table neat the napping room does not comply with the "within arms reach of a sink" requirement.
The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered cold water.
Staff restrooms is located near the napping area

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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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: HONEYBEE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197495003
	VISIT DATE: 04/07/2022

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Criminal Record Statement

Licensee [or facility representative] was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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.

Safe Sleep

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or 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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Sandra Valenzuela

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/07/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/07/2022

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