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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750138
Report Date: 08/08/2022
Date Signed: 08/08/2022 02:40:36 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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE TOTS PREPARATORY ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
197750138
ADMINISTRATOR:CAROLYN ARMSTRONGFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:44839 TREVOR AVETELEPHONE:
(661) 429-7937
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93534
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/08/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:26 AM
MET WITH:Stephanie Armstrong, Owner/ApplicantTIME COMPLETED:
12:45 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maddox met with Stephanie Armstrong, Owner/Applicant for the purpose of conducting a Pre-Licensing inspection for a Preschool component with a Toddler option. Applicant is requesting a capacity of 15 PS and 15 Toddlers. Applicant has also submitted an application for an Infant component (197750139). This center is located in the rear/last modular of address listed. The hours of operation will be from Mon - Fri from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. There is a banner on the front gate advertising the operation of the center, LPA reminded applicant to place the facility numbers on the banner. The ages for PS children will be from 2 - 5 yrs and for the Toddlers 18 mos - 36 mos.

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:

· The child care center was toured and found to be clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors


· Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean
· A comfortable temperature for children shall always be maintained.
· Furniture and equipment are maintained in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. There are a variety of age-appropriate equipment, toys and materials in good condition and in sufficient quantity to allow children present to fully participate in planned activities.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/08/2022
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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE TOTS PREPARATORY ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750138
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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· Age appropriate Tables and chairs are provided to meet the needs of the children.
· Drinking water is readily available indoors (water fountain - applicant states she will use water bottles and disposable cups).
· Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored in the kitchen in a locked cabinet.
· There are fully stocked first-aid kits in locations accessible to staff but inaccessible to children:
· The isolation is located in the office area for any child who becomes ill during the day.
· Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are hardwired into the fire alarm.
· The center has a working telephone on the premises.
· Sign-in and out procedure: Parents will sign children in and out daily at the entrance of the center (hard signatures)
· The licensee shall conducted a wellness check to ensure that children with obvious symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted.
NAPPING: Cots used for napping were maintained in a safe condition (stored in the staff lounge).

· Each cot/mat shall be equipped with a sheet to cover the cot or mat and, depending on the weather, a sheet and/or blanket to cover the child (will be stored in cubbies).


· LPA informed applicant Cots or mats should be wiped with a detergent/disinfectant weekly or when soiled or wet.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE TOTS PREPARATORY ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750138
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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RESTROOMS

There are 2 separate bathrooms available. 1 bathroom will be used for the staff /isolation bathroom, and the second bathroom will be used for PS children and potty training toddlers. The children's bathroom has 1 toilet and 1 sink, applicant will have potty chairs available for toddlers. LPA observed the bathrooms to be clean and sanitary, with soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Toilets and sinks are functioning properly and age appropriate.

OUTDOOR

LPA's observed a shaded rest area for the children.

The play yard was free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.

There was no high climbing equipment present no any bodies of water.

· There are no bodies of water on the premises


HEALTH RELATED SERVICES:

Medications shall be kept in the office in a locked box, and a lock box is available medications that may need refrigeration. Licensee has implemented a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. Applicant states the Director will be designated to dispense any medications if needed.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE TOTS PREPARATORY ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750138
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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. Center will provide IMS

FOOD SERVICES

· All foods or beverages capable of supporting the rapid and progressive growth of microorganisms that can cause food infections or food intoxication's shall be stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F (7.2 degrees C) or less.


· Pesticides and other similar toxic substances were not stored in food storerooms, kitchen areas, food-preparation areas, or areas where kitchen equipment or utensils are stored. Soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds or similar substances were stored in areas separate from food supplies.
· All kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures shall be taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin.

Applicant is reminded of the requirement to report and unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC 624B.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
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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, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE TOTS PREPARATORY ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750138
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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POSTINGS:
Applicant was informed of required forms that should be posted after licensure. Applicant has current CPR and First Aid training (exp 2/2024); Lead Poisoning training, and Mandated Reporter Training certificates.
LPA provided consultation on the following:
Each center shall have a disaster and mass casualty plan of action. The plan shall be in writing and shall be readily available.
Inspection Authority
COVID-19 Hand Washing Best Practices
Lead Flyer
CCL Website- Provider Information Notices
The following are needed prior to licensure:
Emergency Evacuation Route needs to be posted
Cover the openings on the stairs located at the main entrance and on the play yard
Trash can with lid is needed in the kitchen area
Measurements taken:
Indoors: (PS) 22 X 15 = 330/35 = 10; (Toddlers) 21 X 15 = 315/35 = 9
Total capacity with indoor measurement is 19
Bathroom: 15
Outside: Deck area: 9 X 9 = 81/75 = 1; Area next to deck: 11 X 11 = 121/75 = 2; Middle area: 17 X 17 = 289/75 = 4; Large area: 12 X 35 = 420/75 = 6
Total Outdoor area: 13
Fire Clearance received for capacity of 30
Capacity will be approved for 19 (potty training toddlers and potty chairs).
***Waiver needed to share outside play space
SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Donna Maddox
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/08/2022
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