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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198020595
Report Date: 01/17/2024
Date Signed: 01/17/2024 01:40:01 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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198020595
ADMINISTRATOR:MELISSA DUNDASFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2109 CHICKASAW AVE.TELEPHONE:
(323) 274-4725
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90041
CAPACITY: 62TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 62CENSUS: 62DATE:
01/17/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:10 AM
MET WITH:Director Melissa DundasTIME COMPLETED:
01:50 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection at the above facility on 01/17/24 at 09:10 a.m. LPA met with Director, Melissa Dundas who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed with a toddler component for 43 preschool children and 19 toddlers. The facility operates Monday – Friday from 08:30 a.m. – 05:30 p.m. Per the Director, there are 79 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: 09 toddlers with 02 staff in the Ivy classroom, 17 preschoolers with 03 staff in the Daisy classroom, 21 preschoolers with 05 staff in the Poppy classroom, and 15 preschoolers with 02 staff in the Eucalyptus classroom. The Eucalyptus and Poppy classroom are shared classrooms. LPA observed that the Daisy and Ivy classrooms were initially licensed under the toddler component. During the facility tour, LPA observed that the Daisy classroom is being used for preschool children. LPA also observed that the Ivy classroom is allowed to have 8 toddlers, however, LPA observed 9 toddlers in care. Facility will have to disenroll 1 toddler. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded on the attached LIC859. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors. LPA observed mats are used as napping equipment. LPA observed all children have their own cubby. All toilets and hand washing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. At this time, the "office" is used as an isolation area. A mat is available for an ill child to rest on. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/17/2024
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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020595
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024
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LPA observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the entrance of the facility. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. Facility provides AM/PM snacks and children bring their own lunch. All food is protected from contamination.
First Aid supplies are available. LPA observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector. LPA also observed a fire extinguisher indicating fully charged and was serviced on 05/26/23, as indicated on the service tag. LPA observed a current Emergency disaster drill. Last drill conducted on 12/14/23.

At 09:40 a.m. the outdoor play equipment was observed to be free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. Outdoor areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. LPA observed the cushioning material has several holes. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA advised to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day.

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA observed all children’s record were complete.

Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that appropriate documentation of education credits is on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. Staff files were incomplete.


SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. LPA observed that Staff 1 (S1), S4 and S5 are missing proof of MMR and Tdap.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020595
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024
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AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. LPA reviewed medications and documentation. LPA observed that Child 6 (C6) has an expired Epi-Pen dated 09/2023. LPA also observed that the Epi-Pen has not been used. Per Director, the Epi-Pen will be returned to parents of C6 today. 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/.

Director 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.

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-proces.

LPAs advised the licensee to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov

Director 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.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES:
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020595
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024
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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.

The following deficiencies were cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety Codes. Please see 809D for documentation of deficiencies.

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



Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Melissa Dundas.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
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Created By: Veronica Martinez-Garza On 01/17/2024 at 12:42 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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020595

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101212(c)


This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in facility did not report to the department that the Daisy room would be used for preschool children instead for toddlers as it was initially licensed, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/31/2024
Plan of Correction
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Per Director, an LIC 200A will be submitted to LPA reflecting an update in capacity regarding preschool and toddler programs by POC due date.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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:Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024


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Created By: Veronica Martinez-Garza On 01/17/2024 at 12:58 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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020595

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(d)(2)
Outdoor Activity Space
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the cushioning material in the playground has several holes which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/16/2024
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Per Director, the cushioning material will be replaced and will submit proof to LPA by POC due date.
Type B
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General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Staff 1 (S1), S4, and S5 do not have proof of MMR and Tdap which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/16/2024
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Per Director, proof of immunizations will be submitted to LPA by POC due date.
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:Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024


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Created By: Veronica Martinez-Garza On 01/17/2024 at 12:58 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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: DELANEY WRIGHT FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020595

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101226(e)(3)(A)
Health-Related Services
(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (A) Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as prescribed by the child's physician.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA observed Child 6 (C6) has an expired Epi-Pen dated 09/2023. which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/31/2024
Plan of Correction
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Per Director, the expired Epi-Pen will be return to parent today and will submit a compliance plan to LPA by POC due date.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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:Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024


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