198012292-7-19-2023-54-CC-KCHE-CTVR4W-20230719124213

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198012292
Report Date: 07/19/2023
Date Signed: 07/19/2023 12:42:21 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/19/2023 12:42 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
MONTEREY PARK S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	KINDER PREP PRESCHOOL CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	198012292
ADMINISTRATOR:	AMBER JOHNSON		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	3208 FLOWER STREET		TELEPHONE:	(310) 639-4190
CITY:	LYNWOOD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90262
CAPACITY: 26	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 19	CENSUS: 15	DATE:	07/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:40 AM
MET WITH:	Amber Johnson, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	12:50 PM

NARRATIVE
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 07/19/2023 at 10:40 AM an Unannounced Required – 1 Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Chicote. Licensing staff announced purpose of visit and met with Amber Johnson, Director, who granted entry to facility and provided tour of facility indoors. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 24, per Director they have 19 enrolled. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA observed required licensing postings on Parent Board upon entry. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 15 preschoolers and a total census of three teachers present. The facility is made up of four rooms, Movie Room (located to the right upon entry), Activity/Play Room (located upon entry), 2-3s Room (located down hallway to the rear of facility), Art Area/Breakfast Room (located next to 2-3s Room). Beginning at 10:42 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed carpets, and child size tables and chairs available for children well maintained. LPA observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, manipulatives and science with toys well maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Mats/cots were inspected. Per Director, sheets are provided by facility and washed weekly and additional blankets are brought from home. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed two water fountains available for children in Art/Breakfast Room. At 10:44 AM, LPA observed Bathroom (located in hallway between Movie Room and 2-3s Room) to have age appropriate sinks and toilets that were operable (3 sinks and 3 toilets), general area safety and sanitation, and adequate hand washing and toileting supplies at time of inspection. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted at time of inspection. Per Director, facility provides AM Snack, Lunch, and Dinner. Meals are delivered to facility in partnership with neighboring family child care home. LPA observed children eating on tables in Activity Room and observed trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids at time of inspection. Report Continues - Page 1 of 3

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/19/2023

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
MONTEREY PARK S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: KINDER PREP PRESCHOOL CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198012292
	VISIT DATE: 07/19/2023

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LPA observed a first aid kit is kept in the office. At 10:46 AM, carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed operable at time of inspection. LPA observed smoke detectors observed present in the facility and fire extinguishers have been serviced on 07/19/2023. LPA observed disaster drill log available, last drill conducted on 05/10/2023. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. LPA observed these items stored in cabinet with operable child safety locks in off limits Kitchen area, which is located through office. At 10:48 AM, LPA observed medicines that is stored in office for C1 and C2 to have unaltered label available. Director states that sick/isolation area is in office.

Beginning at 10:50 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA observed bicycles, a multi-level play structure with cushioning material below to absorb fall that are all well maintained. LPA observed plastic tables and benches, sand table, and other age appropriate toys available for children under shaded area and additional play structure with slide and circular swing on top of turf grass that is all well maintained. LPA observed a large avocado tree in rear area of playground that is well maintained. LPA advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to two drinking fountains available in the outdoor play area. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed.

Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. LPA observed 12 of 15 children signed in at time of inspection and discussed observation with Director. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA.

Beginning at 11:30AM, staff and children’s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for adults. CPR card expires in 04/09/2024 for Director. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file.

CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE.
LPA referred Facility Representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information and PIN 21-21-CCP to obtain additional information and resources.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/19/2023

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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 S WEST, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: KINDER PREP PRESCHOOL CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198012292
	VISIT DATE: 07/19/2023

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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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

Licensee (or facility representative) was reminded that all adults 18 and over in the facility, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed facility. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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.

LPA 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.

Based on this information, the following deficiency on the attached LIC 809D are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

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

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Amber Johnson.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/19/2023

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Document Has Been Signed on 07/19/2023 12:42 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Katrina Chicote On 07/19/2023 at 12:16 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: KINDER PREP PRESCHOOL CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198012292
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 07/19/2023

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 LPA record review and interview, Director states they have not had water tested for lead at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
	POC Due Date: 08/21/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility Representative states she will set up appointment to get water tested and provide proof of appointment to LPA by email by POC date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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:

Karen Chambers

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Katrina Chicote

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/19/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/19/2023

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