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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376105027
Report Date: 01/19/2023
Date Signed: 01/19/2023 05:45:11 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/19/2023 05:45 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
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME:	EXPLORING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	376105027
ADMINISTRATOR:	BARBARA FINNEY		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	10850 MONTONGO STREET		TELEPHONE:	(858) 705-8394
CITY:	SAN DIEGO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92126
CAPACITY: 48	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS: 27	DATE:	01/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:00 PM
MET WITH:	Barbara Finney		TIME COMPLETED:	04:00 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 1/19/2023 @ 2:00PM, LPA Nancy Diaz conducted an unannounced inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted facility entry by Barbara Finney, Director. LPA toured the facility. Observed present today were a total of 27 children in Rooms B5 and B6. Staff Kailynn Peralta, Barbara Finney, Natalia Albanez and Desiree Peralta were observed supervising children in both classrooms. There are 2 classrooms designated for preschool children. Program operates Monday-Friday; 7AM to 5:30PM. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. The licensee has not exceeded the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Site Director and several staff trained in CPR and Pediatric First aid were present today. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children were observed accessible to children in Room B6. Medications are kept in a safe place, inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets, handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors are clean and safe. The child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Facility maintains a carbon monoxide detector that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12. Playground equipment was observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space are maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023

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
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 376105027
	VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023

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Children were observed to be under the supervision of qualified staff. Facility was observed to be within ratio. An isolation area has been designated for children who becomes ill during the day.

Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Menus are posted in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment.

Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the regulation.
Staff have completed the mandated reporter training (effective 3/2018). This training shall be renewed every two years. All staff have immunization record indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

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. 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)/ (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

Licensee 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 376105027
	VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023

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To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Barbara Finney. A copy of this report, along with Appeal Rights (LIC9058), were provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. LPA observed that the notice of site visit was posted during the inspection. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

TYPE A AND B DEFICIENCIES WERE CITED TODAY.

Type A deficiency if not corrected poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

Type B deficiency if not corrected poses a potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

Upon receipt, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 01/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023

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Document Has Been Signed on 01/19/2023 05:45 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Nancy Diaz On 01/19/2023 at 04:31 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: EXPLORING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 376105027
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 01/19/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

CCR

101226(e)(1)(A)

Health-Related Services

(e) In centers where the licensee chooses to handle medications: (1) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be centrally stored in accordance with the requirements specified below: (A) Medications shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. During a tour of the facility, LPA observed a bottle of Benadryl stored under the sink that is not latched and accessible to children. This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 01/19/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	OBSERVED CORRECTED TODAY. Staff removed the bottle of Benadryll out of the cabinet and made them inaccessible to children.

Type A

Section Cited

CCR

101238(g)

Buildings and Grounds

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. During a tour of the facility, LPA observed bottles of toxic items such as Lysol and disinfectant cleaner stored in a cabinet that is not latched and accessible to children. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 01/19/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	OBSERVED CORRECTED TODAY. Staff removed the toxic items out of the cabinet and made them inaccessible to children.

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:

Tashima Daniel

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Nancy Diaz

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/19/2023

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