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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304370734
Report Date: 05/22/2024
Date Signed: 05/22/2024 04:19:22 PM

Substantiated


STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
04/24/2024 and conducted by Evaluator Anna Francesca Chan
PUBLIC
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 06-CC-20240424100728
FACILITY NAME:FUN 4 KIDS PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
304370734
ADMINISTRATOR:SILVA, DAWNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:23721 LA PALMA AVENUETELEPHONE:
(714) 694-0901
CITY:YORBA LINDASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92887
CAPACITY:76CENSUS: 15DATE:
05/22/2024
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
03:00 PM
MET WITH:Director Alicia FloresTIME COMPLETED:
04:35 PM
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Facility does not have a director.
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On 5/22/2024, at 3pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Anna Chan conducted an unannounced Complaint investigation inspection. The purpose of the investigation is to deliver findings from a complaint initiated on 4/29/2024. Upon arrival, LPA met with interim director Rhonda Sparks. LPA explained the reason for today's visit upon arrival. Census was taken at the outdoor yard. LPA observed 15 preschool children and 2 staff. Director Alicia Flores arrived at 3:25pm to continue with the visit

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary shows all facility staff or individuals who require caregiver background checks have received a criminal record clearance and a child abuse index clearance or an exemption clearance.

The Department received a complaint on 04/24/24 alleging the facility does not have a director.

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Substantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Martha MalaneTELEPHONE: (310) 740-3022
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Francesca ChanTELEPHONE: (818) 216-9775
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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Control Number 06-CC-20240424100728
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: FUN 4 KIDS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 304370734
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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***This is an amended version of report dated 5/22/24

On 04/24/24, the RP stated that the facility does not have a director.

On 4/29/24, LPA interviewed four (4) staff. 3 staff stated they have not seen the director, Dawn Silva or Melissa Wojick in the facility in the last few months. Staff 2 (S2) stated, S2 last saw Silva in January 2024. S2 stated, recently, Site Supervisor Alicia Flores stepped in to be the facility director. Staff 1 (S1) stated Wojick moved to the other location and Silva is in charge. S1 also stated Silva only comes on Wednesdays.

LPA observed director, Wojick not being present from previous licensing visits conducted in March, April and May 2024 and have not met Silva in the facility from all licensing visits. S1 stated, Silva is in the facility once in awhile.

On 4/23/24 the facility submitted director’s packet for Alicia Flores; However, the facility was without a director from approximately February 1, 2024 to April 23, 2024.



On 5/20/2024, the LPA interviewed twelve (12) parents. The LPA reached four (4) parents, none of the parents interviewed disclosed any information that could support the allegation.

On 5/22/24 LPA reviewed 1 staff file for director in training. Documents are incomplete at the time of inspection.

Based on observation, inspection, interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. See LIC9099D 1 Type B deficiency cited.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Director Alicia Flores. Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. The director was informed that the notice of the site visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100.



Appeal Rights and deficiency were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Martha MalaneTELEPHONE: (310) 740-3022
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Francesca ChanTELEPHONE: (818) 216-9775
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
04/24/2024 and conducted by Evaluator Anna Francesca Chan
PUBLIC
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 06-CC-20240424100728

FACILITY NAME:FUN 4 KIDS PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
304370734
ADMINISTRATOR:SILVA, DAWNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:23721 LA PALMA AVENUETELEPHONE:
(714) 694-0901
CITY:YORBA LINDASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92887
CAPACITY:76CENSUS: 15DATE:
05/22/2024
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
03:00 PM
MET WITH:Director Alicia FloresTIME COMPLETED:
04:35 PM
ALLEGATION(S):
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Facility is in disrepair.

INVESTIGATION FINDINGS:
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On 5/22/2024, at 3:00pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Anna Chan conducted an unannounced Complaint investigation inspection. The purpose of the investigation is to deliver findings from a complaint initiated on 4/29/2024. Upon arrival, LPA met with interim director Rhonda Sparks. LPA explained the reason for today's visit upon arrival. Census was taken in individual classrooms. LPA observed 15 preschool children and 2 staff. Director Alicia Flores arrived at 3:25pm to continue with the visit.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary shows all facility staff or individuals who require caregiver background checks have received a criminal record clearance and a child abuse index clearance or an exemption clearance.

The Department received a complaint on 04/24/24 alleging (1) Facility is in disrepair.
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Unsubstantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Martha MalaneTELEPHONE: (310) 740-3022
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Francesca ChanTELEPHONE: (818) 216-9775
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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Control Number 06-CC-20240424100728
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: FUN 4 KIDS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 304370734
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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On 04/24/24, the RP stated that the facility is in disrepair. RP stated ceiling has a leak and carpet is dirty.

On 4/29/2024, LPA interviewed four (4) staff. All Staff stated they do spot cleaning for the carpets in the classrooms and vacuum’s carpet nightly. Staff 1 (S1) stated the roof was fixed in December 2023 and ceiling tiles need to be replaced. The facility provided LPA a copy invoices for carpet cleaning in December 2023 and May 2024. LPA was also provided a copy of the cleaning service done in May 2024. Director stated the carpets are being deep cleaned every 6 months.

On 5/20/2024, the LPA called twelve (12) parents. The LPA reached four (4) parents, none of the parents interviewed disclosed any information that could support the allegation.

Based on interviews conducted, although the allegation may or may not have happened, the preponderance of evidence standard has not been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Director Alicia Flores. Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. The director was informed that the notice of the site visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100.



Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Martha MalaneTELEPHONE: (310) 740-3022
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Francesca ChanTELEPHONE: (818) 216-9775
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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Control Number 06-CC-20240424100728
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: FUN 4 KIDS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 304370734
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
06/14/2024
Section Cited
CCR
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101215.1(b) Child Care Center Directors Qualifications and Duties
(b) All child care centers shall have a director.

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Site Supervisor is the acting director and submitted director’s packet to LPA for processing. Site Supervisor/Director stated she wil send a documented stating that the facility will ensure that there will be a director in the facility. Alicia Flores is missing Health Preventative with Lead training
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Based on observations, interviews and record reviews, there was no permanent director at the facility.

This poses as a potential risk to health and safety of children in care
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requirement and will send proof of registration for 6/1 and 6/2 class to LPA. Flores is to complete the course by due date of 6/14/24
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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: Martha MalaneTELEPHONE: (310) 740-3022
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Francesca ChanTELEPHONE: (818) 216-9775
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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