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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 210105564
Report Date: 11/01/2024
Date Signed: 11/01/2024 12:17:52 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/01/2024 12:17 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
SAN BRUNO CHILD CARE, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME:NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
210105564
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
RUTH ANN NEWBERRYFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1370 SOUTH NOVATO BOULEVARDTELEPHONE:
(415) 892-8498
CITY:NOVATOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94947
CAPACITY: 100TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 100CENSUS: 49DATE:
11/01/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:55 AM
MET WITH:Kahla VinsonTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:35 PM
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On November 1, 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Nathan Garcia and Jaclyn Naves arrived at the facility and met with assistant director, Kahla Vinson for an unannounced annual/random inspection of the preschool facility. Purpose of the inspection was explained. There were 49 children in care and there were a total of 10 teachers, including the assistant director during the visit. Facility operates day care program Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM-5:30PM.

LPAs inspected day care rooms, and the outdoor space. The facility is compliant with the outdoor scheduled waiver, LPAs observed facility has combined smoke/fire and carbon monoxide detector, multiple fully charged fire extinguisher model 3A40BC located in classrooms. LPA tested the functionality of the carbon monoxide detectors. The facility has a working telephone on site. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other chemicals dangerous to the children are stored inaccessible to the children. Facility has age-appropriate furniture. Facility floor and rugs are in good repair and free of any hazards.

There are first aid supplies available in the classroom. The bathroom is in working condition, LPAs checked sinks and toilets. Individual items provided by the parents are labeled and stored appropriately. Per Kahla, the facility provides morning snacks and some afternoon snacks. All lunches are brought from home. Water is provided through filtered water, refilled as needed. All food is stored properly to avoid contamination. LPAs observed that there are a variety toys/books for the children to use.

LPAs observed outdoor areas has age appropriate play structures with slides and swings are free from health and safety hazards. The outdoor area has shaded areas for the children to rest. The outdoor areas has sand boxes small tables and benches, and there are variety outdoor activities such as playhouses, and bikes available for the children. There are also sheds/bins and storage areas for the toys when they're not being used. LPAs observed and inspected the facility's emergency supplies are fully stocked.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Daniel J Oquendo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nathan Garcia
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/01/2024
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
SAN BRUNO CHILD CARE, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 210105564
VISIT DATE: 11/01/2024
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CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES:


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).

Based on record review and interview, the facility completed the lead water testing on December 9, 2022, without any exceedances.

According to staff, the facility is using Lillio Application for sign in/out. Facility has license and all other required documents posted and visible for the public. Facility completed their most recent emergency drill on October 17, 2024. Per staff, drills are done at least every 6 months rotating them between fire and earthquake drills.

LPA reviewed the facility records. LPA reviewed 6 child's file during the visit. LPA reviewed 4 staff files with qualifying requirements such as ECE Units, CPR and Mandated Reporter Training.



The Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center.
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.

Facility was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Daniel J Oquendo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nathan Garcia
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/01/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN BRUNO CHILD CARE, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 210105564
VISIT DATE: 11/01/2024
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Director is aware that all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com. LPA observed the completion certificates on file.
LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates.

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.

According to staff, there's one child with allergies. LPAs verified that Epipen is valid.
Incidental Medical Services – IMS. 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. 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

Director was advised any additional questions to call Office, M-F, 8am-5pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website: www.cdss.ca.gov

No deficiencies under Title 22 Division 12 of the California Code of Regulations.

A copy of this report was given with the “Notice of Site Visit” to the staff. A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for 30 days.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed and signed by assistant director, Kahla Vinson.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Daniel J Oquendo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nathan Garcia
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/01/2024
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