No children were present in the preschool program. The facility is closed for the summer break and will reopen on 8/29/2024.

LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, waivers, notification of parents’ rights, personal rights, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities schedule, were displayed in a prominent, publicly accessible location.

LPA inspected the indoor and outdoor areas to identify health and safety hazards. The facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other items that could pose a danger were inaccessible to the children with child safety locks. All accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were found to be free of hazardous materials or poisons.

According to the director, the new school year will start on 8/29/2024, and the facility usually performs emergency disaster drills in the fall and spring. LPA reminded the director to complete and properly record them every six months.

LPA observed that the two classrooms had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. LPA observed that all containers used for solid waste storage, including movable bins, have a tight-fitting cover. The bathrooms were found to be clean and fully operational. The toilets and handwashing facilities were well-kept, safe, and clean.

The facility was observed to have first aid kits, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and fully charged fire extinguishers. The first-aid supplies were maintained in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children.

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The preschool program does not currently provide food service for the children. The children's families provide their lunches. Snacks are provided by the facility. According to the director, some of the enrolled children have allergies,

The facility's children sleep on napping mats, which include a blanket and a pillow. According to the director, the children’s families are required to provide their children with their napping mats.

The outdoor playground has a fence at least four feet high. The outdoor play equipment is in good condition and has no sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were observed to be cushioned with tan bark that absorb falls. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were on site.

According to the director, the facility records each child's attendance on paper. No children's records were reviewed today. LPA discussed the Entrance Checklist for CCC with the director. LPA also discussed the required forms for children in care and suggested that the director review all children's records to ensure compliance.

LPA reviewed the files for four staff members and confirmed that one was current with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. LPA found that two staff members had completed the necessary twelve units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which meet the qualifications required to be classified as a teacher. The third and fourth staff member were missing their transcripts from their files. Two staff members were missing proof of their MMR and TDAP records in their files. LPA reminded the director that transcripts, MMR, and TDAP records must be placed in the staff files.

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.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

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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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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 PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/.

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.

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

The facility received two technical violations, which are listed below.

1. Missing transcripts for staff

2. Missing proof of MMR and TDAP records for staff.

No deficiencies were issued today during LPA's visit.

A copy of today’s report was given to the Director. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Daniella Baker.