Fourteen preschool-aged children and five staff members were present during the visit. The five staff members received criminal record clearance from the department. A teacher contracted by the facility was present and supervised by a qualified teacher. The qualified teacher has received criminal record clearance, a requirement when an outside contractor is present. The facility is within its capacity limits and ratios for today’s visit.

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 and visible to the public.

The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 8/23/2024, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that it was conducted at least once every six months.

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 in an upper cabinet of each classroom that was inaccessible to children.

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 stored in areas inaccessible to the children. All accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were found to be free of hazardous materials or poisons.

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LPA observed that the three classrooms had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. The children’s bathroom has a diaper-changing table within arm’s reach of a sink. The bathrooms were found clean and fully operational. The toilets and handwashing facilities were well-kept, safe, and clean.

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 woodchips. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were on site.

The preschool program does not currently provide lunch for the children. The children's parents or guardians provide lunches for their children. LPA observed that each child had lunch boxes in their designated storage space. The facility provides snacks for the children. According to the owner, none of the enrolled children have allergies,

Sleeping mats are provided for children to use for sleeping or napping. LPA observed that the sleeping mats were stored on the side of the room. According to the owner, the parents or guardians are required to bring blankets and sheets for their children. Parents or guardians are required to retrieve their blankets and sheets weekly and have them washed.

LPA observed that the facility currently records each child's attendance on paper, accounting for all parent signatures for each child. LPA reviewed ten children’s files and confirmed that all ten have complete files that include their emergency contact and medical information.

LPA reviewed the files for four staff members and confirmed that three were current with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. The facility is only required to have one staff member to be qualified in Pediatric First Aid/CPR. LPA also found that all four had completed the necessary twelve units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which meets the qualifications required to be classified as teachers.

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.

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

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

No deficiencies were issued today during LPA's visit.

A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Owner, Nicky Fletcher.