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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197495555
Report Date: 01/24/2025
Date Signed: 01/24/2025 06:06:32 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/24/2025 06:06 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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197495555
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KRISTIN SIGALAFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:2000 STONER AVETELEPHONE:
(831) 277-3609
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90025
CAPACITY: 84TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: 0DATE:
01/24/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Chris Joffe (Representative) / Alley Michaelson (Head teacher)TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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*******This report was recorded in the regional office later due to technical issues during field visit. Report was reviewed and signed in the Regional Office with Director Kristin Sigala on 01/24/2025. *****

On 1/24/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler made an announced visit to St. Matthews Parish Preschool for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing (emergency relocation) inspection. LPA met with Chris Joffe (representative) and Alley Michaelson (Head of school) who provided a tour of the facility. Upon arrival the center was not in operational status. The applicant is requesting a preschool license with a capacity of 84 children, ages 2 years – until entry into first grade. There are 3 classrooms (1-3) dedicated to day care activity: Day care operations will be conducted Monday – Friday/ 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. There is a pending fire clearance on file conducted by inspector Escalante of the Los Angeles City Fire.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/24/2025
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: ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495555
VISIT DATE: 01/24/2025
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The following was observed of the:

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

Fire extinguishers were 2AB10C or larger, last serviced 1/23/2025.

Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in each classroom.

First aid kits were not available with the required essentials: scissors, bandages, tweezers, ointments, and thermometer.

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

Cots were not observed for napping

Backpack hooks were observed for children’s belongings.

The facility has central heating and cooling.

Windows were in fair repair

Adequate lighting was observed.

Cameras were not observed

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

DATE: 01/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/24/2025
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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 RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495555
VISIT DATE: 01/24/2025
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The classrooms were clean in good repair.

Trash cans used for solid waste were with tight fitting lids were not observed .

No Fireplaces or open face heaters were observed.

Disinfectants and cleaning solution and other toxins or poisons were made inaccessible to children in care.

The director office and a dedicated restroom will be used as isolation areas for ill children.

Telephones were not observed during todays inspection.

All exit doors shall have an alerting devise added.

Parents and authorized adults will sign children in and out, using an electronic devise, licensee was advised that signature sheets shall be readily available at the request of any department, representative and retained for a minimum of 30 days.

The required postings were not posted, applicant was advised that the postings shall be posted in a prominent area for viewing.

Measurements for the indoor activity space was 1993.81 square feet, which will not accommodate the applicant’s request.

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

DATE: 01/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/24/2025
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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 RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495555
VISIT DATE: 01/24/2025
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FOOD SERVICE:

Meals will be provided by parents, and snacks will be provided by the center. Weekly menus were not posted for review.

LPA did not observe or inspect the centers kitchen during todays visit

Center shall devise 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 feeding. IMS was discussed with the applicant.

RESTROOMS

THERE WERE:

5 sinks and 4 toilets available for children use

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 a changing table that was not within arm reach of a sink, licensee shall move changing table ensuring it to be within arms reach of a sink.

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

DATE: 01/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/24/2025
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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 RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495555
VISIT DATE: 01/24/2025
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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.

Resilient cushioning was observed in fair condition under climbing apparatus. During todays visit the asphalt area needed repairs, LPA observed a large protruding pipe and un-leveled areas, to prevent tripping hazards, blind spots behind the shed, poles in need of padding and water house faucet needs to be inaccessible to children in care. Per representative Joffe children shall be restricted to the cushioned area, due to the recommended repairs. Licensee shall devise a schedule to minimize the number of children to utilize this area until corrections are made.

Water not readily available for an outdoor water source; children use their personal water bottles for drinking.

LPA observed sail shades for shade and benches for resting.

Measurements for the outdoor activity area was 4367.26 which will not accommodate the requested capacity.

Based on today’s inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of 56 children determined by the indoor measurements once the corrections detailed within the report are completed, completion of the classroom set up, and final approved fire clearance.

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

DATE: 01/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/24/2025
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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 RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495555
VISIT DATE: 01/24/2025
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The following was also discussed during todays visit:
Licensee 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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. PIN 22-05-CCP Page Four

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

DATE: 01/24/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/24/2025
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