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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198010436
Report Date: 06/26/2024
Date Signed: 06/26/2024 01:13:38 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	198010436
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	MARGARITA ROBAINA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2120 ESTRELLA AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(213) 746-6900
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90007
CAPACITY: 103	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 103	CENSUS:	DATE:	06/26/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:00 AM
MET WITH:	Cynthia Castillo		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:00 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 06/26/24 at 10:00 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Claudia Kam made an unannounced required visit at above licensed facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. LPA met with Director Cynthia Castillo and was taken on a guided tour of both indoors and outdoors of the facility. LPA observed Teacher-child ratios, and staff names recorded. All center staff that was present during today’s inspection had fingerprint clearance and are associated to the designated license number. Care and supervision evaluated and it is determined that the basic needs and personal rights of children are met and appropriate. The hours of operation are 7:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 103. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 5 children and a total census of 1 teacher present. The facility is made up of 1 classroom. Room 1: had 5 children and 1 staff, present at time of inspection. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the posting board and the following documents were observed LIC 203A-License, LIC 610 A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 9148-Earthquake Preparedness Check List, PUB 394-Notification of parent’s rights poster, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, PUB 269- Child Car Seat Law, Menus, and Activity Schedule. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriate napping equipment. The equipment met the requirement regulation at time of inspection. Cubbies for children's napping equipment observed labeled for each child and bedding for each. Per director the bedding is taken home and washed and returned the next week for each child. Storage for children's belongings, bathrooms facilities, and isolation areas were inspected. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety, and sanitation. Page 1 of 4

SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/26/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/26/2024

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198010436
	VISIT DATE: 06/26/2024

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The boys bathroom is outfitted with 2 child size toilets and 2 adult size toilets and 2 adult sinks and one child size sink. The girls bathroom is equipped with 6 toilets and 2 adult sinks and 1 child size sink. LPA observed cubbies with Legos, blocks, books, and other appropriate toys to be clean and free of hazards at time of inspection. LPA observed carpets and age-appropriate tables and chairs in the classroom. LPA observed first aid kept in the classroom. First Aid supplies were inventoried and were found to be in compliance with regulation.

Breakfast, snack and lunch menus were reviewed at time of inspection. Facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks. All food items are prepared by the facility. Kitchen on the 3rd floor was inspected at time of visit. Food and snack items were observed to be properly stored. Food preparation area was toured and found in compliance for safety, cleanliness, and proper storage. Drinking water is provided via Brita water pitchers and the water source is the sink faucet in the classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors were observed present in the facility. LPA was not able to test the detectors at time of inspection as per the director they are not able to manually test them. Per the director they are tested by the fire department. The director did have documentation that they were tested on 10/31/23 by the LA County Fire Department and were determined to be in operable condition at time of testing. The alarms are dual smoke and fire alarms. Fire extinguishers were observed as serviced on 3/15/2023. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds are stored in an inaccessible area to children on a high locked cabinet if any are brought into the facility. The facility currently does not have cleaning supplies in the facility as they out sources the cleaning, and supplies are not kept at the facility. A review of medication policy, including administering, labeling, storage, and records was made. Fire & Earthquake drill observed conducted monthly with last drill conducted on 6/24/24 per observation.

At 10:30 AM, LPA observed outdoor play area which consists of a small play structure and slide with cushioning material through out the play area at time of inspection. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age-appropriateness. LPA observed bikes around the play yard. Required shade and fencing were inspected, shade is provided by canopies above the play structure and slide. LPA advised Director that the children need to be always within the direct care and visual supervision by the teachers. Per Director, the children have access to drinking water via water pitchers when they are outside. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed at time of inspection.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/26/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/26/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198010436
	VISIT DATE: 06/26/2024

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Staff and Children’s Records were reviewed. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. LPA observed current CPR and First Aid Certification for center staff. CPR card expires on 12/30/24 for Staff Member. Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and staff files, requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. The Director was advised how to access forms and Regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov. to ensure the most current information regarding regulations for all those who assists in providing care.

The following were discussed with the Director: The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Director has a scheduled inspection in July for extinguishers to be tagged although inspection was done beginning of June per Director. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. The Director was also advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.
To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/26/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/26/2024

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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198010436
	VISIT DATE: 06/26/2024

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Center was reviewed for lead compliance and center does not meet standards for lead. 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 childcare 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 not completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

• Childcare center did not complete testing prior to their deadline
• Director Cynthia Castillo was provided information to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

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/.

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.

Based on this information the following deficiencies on the LIC 809 D are being cited today 6/26/24.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Cynthia Castillo.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Claudia Kam
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/26/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/26/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 06/26/2024 01:13 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Claudia Kam On 06/26/2024 at 12:37 PM

Link to Parent Document Below:

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198010436
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 06/26/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

Lead Testing

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 08/01/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will make an appointment for lead testing for water souces and submit verification of lead testing.

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 08/01/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director and teacher will schedule, complete and submit the verification of completion certificate.

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME:

Denise Gibbs

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Claudia Kam

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/26/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/26/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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