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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197495622
Report Date: 08/07/2025
Date Signed: 08/07/2025 02:46:25 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:PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197495622
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CHANA HERTZBERGFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:1537 FRANKLIN ST.TELEPHONE:
(310) 383-6584
CITY:SANTA MONICASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90404
CAPACITY: 113TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 113CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/07/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:42 AM
MET WITH:Chana Hertberg - DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
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On 8/7/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jillinda Chandler and Angela Luz made an announced visit to Palisades Jewish Early Childhood Center for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing (relocation) inspection. LPA met with Chana Hertzberg(director) who provided a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a license with a capacity of 86 preschool children, ages 2 – 5 years and 27 infants ages 2-24 months. The facility is located on the premises of the Maohr Hatorah Synagogue. Pre-school classrooms are:1, 2, 6, and 8; infant classrooms are 3 and 4 (see facility sketch)Day care operation days and hours will be Monday – Friday 7:30 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. There is an approved fire clearance on file conducted on 7/25/2025 by inspector Martinet of the Santa Monica Fire Department.

The following was observed of the:

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/07/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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Fire extinguishers were 1A10BC, the applicant shall replace the extinguishers with 2A10BC or larger.

Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were observed in each classroom.

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

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

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

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

Drinking water will be provided through bottled water dispensers.

The facility had wall mounted heating and cooling units in each classroom. No Fireplaces or open face heaters were observed.

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

Adequate lighting was observed.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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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.

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

The director's office will be used for isolation. Applicant was informed that there shall be a mat and a crib readily available for ill children.

The facility was equipped with a working telephone in the directors office.

Parents and authorized adults will sign children in and out, using their original signatures or an electronic devise, applicant is informed that printed sign in sheets shall be readily available at the request of the department for a minimum of 30 days.

The required postings were also posted, applicant was advised that the postings shall be posted in a prominent area for viewing.

Measurements for the indoor activity space were 605.29 square feet for the infants and 2152.02 for the preschool. The indoor measurements will not accommodate the applicant’s request.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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FOOD SERVICE:

Meals will be provided by parents, and snacks will be provided by the center. Weekly menus were posted for review.

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

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

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7 sinks and 7 toilets available for children use. Applicant shall provide 1 potty chair per every 5 infants being potty trained. Staff shall not share restrooms with children in care, per the director staff will use the restrooms located in the Synagogue.

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

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

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

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

Sand and artificial grass observed for cushioning under climbing equipment.

Water was 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.

LPA recommends that the gate on the side of the infant yard (#3) be locked and the gate leading to Franklin street have a alerting devise

No bodies of water were observed on the premises.

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

Measurements for the preschool outdoor activity space was 6986.59 and 1895.11 for the infants, which will accommodate the requested capacity.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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Based on today’s inspection the facility shall be recommended for a capacity of 61 preschool children determined by the measurements of the indoor space, and 6 infants determined by the conditions of the provided by the approved fire clearance (Std. 850)

The following recommendations shall be completed prior to licensing the center:

Fire extinguishers were 1A10BC, the applicant shall replace the extinguishers with 2A10BC or larger.

applicant needs to add thermometers to the refrigerator

Applicant shall provide 1 potty chair per every 5 infants for potty training. Infants must not be changed on counter tops

LPA recommends that the gate on the side of the infant yard (#3) be locked and the gate leading to Franklin street .

Applicant shall devise a Mass Casualty and Disaster plan to have readily available at the center.

Staff shall not share restrooms with children

Applicant is reminded that all advertisements shall display the facility number (Title 22, 101162(a)(1))

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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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.
facility representative 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
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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 CCC TESTING DEADLINE HAS NOT PAST

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

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with 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 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.

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/. PIN 22-05-CCP Page Five
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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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: PALISADES JEWISH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495622
VISIT DATE: 08/07/2025
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facility representative 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.


A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Chana Hertzberg.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Deborah Lowe
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jillinda Chandler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/07/2025
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