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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750139
Report Date: 08/08/2022
Date Signed: 08/16/2022 11:44:46 AM

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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:
197750139
ADMINISTRATOR:CAROLYN ARMSTRONGFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:44839 TREVOR AVEQTELEPHONE:
(661) 429-7937
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93534
CAPACITY: 15TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 15CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/08/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:46 PM
MET WITH:Stephanie Armstrond/OwnerTIME COMPLETED:
02:57 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 PS component (197750138). 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 Infants will be 6 weeks to 24 months. Owner is reminded commingling is not allowed.

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.
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: 197750139
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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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.
· Drinking water is readily available - Applicant states she will use bottled water for Infants.
· Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children will be stored in a locked cabinet in the office and a locked cabinet in the kitchen area, inaccessible to children.
· There are fully stocked first-aid kits in locations accessible to staff but inaccessible to children.
· The isolation will be located in the office for any child who becomes ill during the day.
· LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors throughout the facility.
· The center has a working telephone on the premises.
· Sign-in and out procedure - parents will manually sign children in and out daily. · 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: LPA observed 3 cribs (1 will be an emergency evacuation crib) available for napping infants. Infants shall not use the same linen/bedding, cribs must be changed after each infant. LPA informed Owner/Applicant pack n plays for sleeping as well.

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: 197750139
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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· Each crib shall be equipped with a sheet to cover the mattress.
Applicant was informed of new Safe Sleep Regulations (101439.1 Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment) and the requirement to check on Infants every 15 minutes including documentation. Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following:
Date, Infant’s name, Time of each 15-minute check, and
the Initials of staff person who conducted each check.

Infants up to 12 months of age should have a completed Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227), a copy must be maintained and kept in the infant’s file and updated as needed.

Diaper Changing: There is a diaper changing table in the Infant area and a diaper pail.

Applicant is aware baby walkers, bouncers, or any similar equipment is not allowed in any licensed facility.

OUTDOOR

LPA 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 is no high climbing equipment or bodies of water.

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: 197750139
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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HEALTH RELATED SERVICES:

Medications will be kept in a locked box in the office, there is a separate locked box for medications that require refrigeration.

The Director will be the designated person to dispence medications, Applicant 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.

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 intoxications 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.
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: 197750139
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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  • 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.

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
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: 197750139
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2022
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Measurements:

Indoors - 20 X 14 = 280/35 = 8 (crib area is excluded)

Changing table available for Infants (need portable sink for hand washing)

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 approved for requested capacity of 15

With measurements taken today, capacity will be approved for 8 (once the handwashing sink is in place)

***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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