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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376300053
Report Date: 08/29/2024
Date Signed: 08/29/2024 03:05:30 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/29/2024 03:05 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
RIVERSIDE SE CC RO, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME:	LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST		FACILITY NUMBER:	376300053
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	GUTIERREZ, MARIA		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	1851 E WASHINGTON		TELEPHONE:	(760) 745-0115
CITY:	ESCONDIDO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92027
CAPACITY: 20	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 20	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	08/29/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Required	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	09:15 AM
MET WITH:	Maria Gutierrez		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	03:30 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 08/29/24, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kelli Waters and Kelly Gerth conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. This is a combination childcare center, and the other licensed programs are: preschool and school age programs which were also inspected on this date. LPAs met with Director Maria Gutierrez, and a tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted: Facility Inspection: • The following items were posted and updated where necessary: - License - Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148) - Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393) - Personal Rights (LIC613A) - Child Car Seat Law - Menu • The facility is operating within the limits as stated on the license. • Ratios are being met during this inspection; Four staff with 7 infants present. • There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Director • There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. • Drinking water is provided in the indoor activity space and in the outdoor activity space by filtered water system in child provided sippy cups • Medications are stored where inaccessible to children in kitchen area in a locked box • Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous • Poisons and toxins are locked and inaccessible to children • All floors were observed to be safe and clean. • Highchairs and tables have broad-based legs and trays lock into place • Changing tables are within arm’s reach of a sink; padding is at least 1” thick with raised sides of at least 3” covered in washable vinyl or plastic • Bathroom was observed to be in operating condition; however bathroom area was being used as a storage area.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Carlos Martinez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kelli Waters
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/29/2024

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
RIVERSIDE SE CC RO, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST	FACILITY NUMBER: 376300053
	VISIT DATE: 08/29/2024

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•Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment
• Food preparation area is clean, free of litter and rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin
• Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination
• All storage containers for solid waste were observed to have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair
• While Infant classroom 1 was observed to have age and size appropriate furniture, LPAs observed the infant room to be inadequately equipped with age appropriate and stimulating materials as well as the outdoor play area.

Record Review:
A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation.
• Children’s records were found to be complete during this inspection.
• Staff record review indicates that all staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired.
• A staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 01/26.
• Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 01/26
• Director completed Health and Safety Training on file
• Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements
• Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months – last drill was conducted on 02/07/24
• 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 index clearances or exemptions.
• 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

Facility representative 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, 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Carlos Martinez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kelli Waters
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/29/2024

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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
RIVERSIDE SE CC RO, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST	FACILITY NUMBER: 376300053
	VISIT DATE: 08/29/2024

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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.

• LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource.
• LPA also informed licensee [facility representative] 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.

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 them 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.
On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department’s website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Additionally, there is a link to “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.

The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 951-782-4200

SUPERVISORS NAME: Carlos Martinez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kelli Waters
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/29/2024

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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
RIVERSIDE SE CC RO, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST	FACILITY NUMBER: 376300053
	VISIT DATE: 08/29/2024

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The licensee/director was asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days:
1.LIC 500 Personnel Report
2.LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan
3.Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old)
4.LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old)
5.LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made& current designation is on file)

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies

During the exit interview, Director Gutierrez, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Carlos Martinez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kelli Waters
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/29/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 08/29/2024 03:05 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Kelli Waters On 08/29/2024 at 01:58 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
, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST	FACILITY NUMBER: 376300053
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 08/29/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101438.3(e)

Indoor Activity Space For Infants

(e) The indoor activity space shall be equipped with a variety of age-appropriate washable toys and equipment. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, LPA did not observe a variety of age-approriate toys and equipment in Infant Room 1 therefore, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/26/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility will increase the amount of materials provided to infants in care in room 1 to address areas of Auditory stimulation, Visual stimulation, Tactile stimulation and Manipulative skills. Director will provide LPA will photographic proof of materials out for children in care to use on a daily basis.

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238.2(d)(1)

101238.2 (d)(1) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris... This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the cinder block wall surrounding the infant play area is peeling and chipping in serveral areas accessible to children, therefore, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 09/26/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility will repair all surrounding cinderblock walls and will provide photographic evidence to LPA via email.

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:

Carlos Martinez

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Kelli Waters

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/29/2024

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