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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197495405
Report Date: 08/09/2024
Date Signed: 08/09/2024 03:01:25 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 RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197495405
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CRISTIAN CORONAFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:8577 VENICE BLVDTELEPHONE:
(323) 359-8835
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90034
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/09/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:45 AM
MET WITH:Cristian CoronaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:45 PM
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On 8/9/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an unannounced visit to Little Sprout Language Immersion Preschool, located at 8577 Venice Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. 90034 for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Cristian Corona (applicant)who provided a tour of the facility. The facility is a single story building, divided into 4 sections; lobby, room 1 and 2, and the outdoors activity area. The applicant is requesting a preschool license with a capacity of 30 children, ages 2 years – until entry into first grade. Day care operational days and hours will be Monday – Friday/ 7:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. There is an approved fire clearance on file conducted by Inspector Lawrence Kim of the L.A City Fire Department

The following was observed of the:

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger

Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in the lobby area and classroom one. LPA advised that a carbon monoxide detector be placed in room 2 due to the separating wall

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/09/2024
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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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First aid kits were available with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, ointments, and thermometer.

Age-appropriate furniture and equipment was observed in good repair.

Cots were observed for napping, applicant was informed that beddings must be removed when cots are stacked.

Cubbies with backpack hooks were observed for children’s belongings.

Drinking water will be provided through filtered water dispensers.

The facility has central heating and cooling.

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

Adequate lighting was observed.

Cameras were observed in the classrooms and outdoors area. Applicant states that the camera holds one week of playback time. Applicant was informed that footage should made readily available upon request by the department.

The classrooms were clean in good repair.

Trash cans used for solid waste were observed with tight fitting lids.

No Fireplaces or open face heaters were observed.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children in care.

The director's office and staff's restroom will be used for isolation of ill children.

The facility was equipped with a working telephone.

Parents and authorized adults will sign children in and out, using their original signatures.

The required postings were posted in a prominent area for viewing.

Measurements for the indoor activity space were 2460.28 square feet, which will accommodate the applicant’s request.

FOOD SERVICE:

Meals will be provided by the applicant, meals will be prepared at the applicants home and brought to the center. A weekly sample menu was posted for review.

LPA observed a prepping area, with a sink, storage for foods and a refrigerator, applicant shall add a thermometer to the refrigerator, foods and toxins or chemicals were stored separately, and LPA did not observe any expired or contaminated foods.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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Applicant has devised an Incidental Medical Service (IMS) plan to provide to parents of children with allergies (epi-pen), asthmatic (inhalers), Glucose monitoring (diabetics) and children needing G-tube for feeding. IMS was discussed with the applicant.

RESTROOMS

THERE WERE:

2 sinks and 2 toilets available for children use. One sink is located in room 1, near the changing table.

The restrooms were clean and sanitized with the necessary toiletries, sinks and toilets were operable and in good repair. Faucets delivered cold water. LPA observed wide based step stools to assist children when using the standard sized fixtures.

LPA advised applicant that trash cans for soiled materials shall have tight fitting lids.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Age-appropriate toys and equipment were observed in fair condition.

The play yard was gated with a 4 foot or higher gate with privacy meshing or plates.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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Artificial grass was observed under climbing apparatus, LPA advised that extra cushioning be placed at the landing pad of the slide, the artificial grass mat under the playhouse shall be secured and the shutters be removed. Also, applicant shall pad the pole located in the left corner of the yard and un-leveled areas of the play yard shall filled or covered to prevent tripping hazards.

Water Igloos will readily available for an outdoor water source.

LPA observed sail shades for shade and benches for resting.

Measurements for the outdoor activity area was 1279.65, which will not accommodate the requested capacity.

Based on today’s inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of 30 children determined by the total sinks and toilets, and following the waiver approval and the following corrections:

  • LPA advised that a carbon monoxide detector be placed in room 2 due to the separating wall
  • applicant shall add a thermometer to the refrigerator
  • LPA advised that extra cushioning be placed at the landing pad of the slide, that the artificial grass mat under the playhouse shall be secured and the shutters be removed. Also, applicant shall pad the pole located in the left corner of the yard and un-leveled areas of the play yard shall be filled or covered to prevent tripping hazards.
  • LPA advised applicant that trash cans for soiled materials shall have tight fitting lids
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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The following was discussed during today inspection:

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

Applicant 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).
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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Child Care Center Testing deadline has not passed.

LPA referred applicant to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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 applicant 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.

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 PIN 22-02-CCP. 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: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495405
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2024
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Applicant 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.

LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC. 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report was discussed and provided to applicant Cristian Corona
SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/09/2024
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