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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376700864
Report Date: 11/14/2022
Date Signed: 11/14/2022 02:34:29 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/14/2022 02:34 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:	NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	376700864
ADMINISTRATOR:	LINDA MENDEZ		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1471 GRANITE HILLS DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	6194418800
CITY:	EL CAJON	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92019
CAPACITY: 70	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 70	CENSUS: 35	DATE:	11/14/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:45 AM
MET WITH:	Director Linda Mendez		TIME COMPLETED:	12:15 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 11/14/2022 at 10:45 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Joelle Redding, met with Director, Linda Mendez, for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 35 children present with six staff in 3 rooms as follows: Nineteen 2-year olds with four teachers in the Adventure Room; Nine 3-year olds with one teacher in the Voyager Room and 7 Pre-K children with one teacher in the Journey Room. Facility is within ratio and capacity. LPA toured the facility. The rooms were clean, orderly and a comfortable temperature during this visit. Adequate ventilation and heating are available. The furniture, books, games and toys are safe, age-appropriate and in good repair. There are a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. All storage containers and trashes containing solid waste have tight fitting lids and are in good repair. There is kitchen which is clean and sanitary. Food is stored in covered containers at 45 degrees or less and there is no expired or contaminated food present. Staff preparing food are using proper personal hygiene and food service practices. The food meets the nutritional requirements per regulation and is of good quality and proper quantity. The breakfast/lunch/snack menu is posted, changes are recorded, and menus are stored for 30 days. Food has been stored separately from any chemicals or cleaning products. Drinking water is readily available. Napping equipment is sufficient for each child, bedding is stored separately, and mats/cots are disinfected after use. Facility has ensured that there is adequate space between mats/cots for easy passage and they are not blocking entrances or exits. Hand washing and toileting areas are in a safe, sanitary and operating condition. Any waste water used to clean is being discarded after use. Medications are kept in the office, or in the classroom if an Epi-pen , inaccessible to children. Poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to children have been made inaccessible. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. Outdoor play area is fully fenced with sufficient cushioning and adequate shade.. Age appropriate playground equipment and

SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joelle Redding
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2022

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: NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 376700864
	VISIT DATE: 11/14/2022

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outdoor surfaces are in a safe condition with any equipment securely bolted to the ground. Portable water is used outdoors. There are no bodies of water, firearms or ammunition on the property. The carbon monoxide detector is operational. The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets regulatory requirement and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every six months. The facility does not transport children.

LPA reviewed sign in/out sheets, a sample of personnel records and a sample of children's records. There is at least one staff present with current CPR and First Aid certification. Facility is reminded the Mandated Reporter Training is to be retaken every two years and can be accessed at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness. The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up is the Director, Linda Mendez. The facility has sufficient Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Reporting requirements for positive Covid-19 results in children or staff were discussed to include contact with County Department of Public Health for guidance (619-692-8499) and Licensing (619-767-2248) to report the unusual incident.

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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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 . Services are not in place today.

Director 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: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joelle Redding
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2022

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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: NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 376700864
	VISIT DATE: 11/14/2022

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Licensee is advised to sign up for Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs) for one or more programs on our website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Select “Child Care” then “Quick Links” and Quarterly Updates. Select “Receive Important Updates” then put the email address in and choose which program(s) you would like to subscribe to and select “subscribe.”

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

LPA conducted child care quality management interview with . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee [or facility representative] (include name).

See LIC 809D.

NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND WILL REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joelle Redding
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 11/14/2022 02:34 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Joelle Redding On 11/14/2022 at 01:39 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: NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 376700864
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 11/14/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101238.2(d)(1)

Outdoor Activity Space

(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (1) In a safe condition for the activities planned. 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 in that the grass/dirt area of the playground is spongy with several various sized holes, disguised by soft dirt and/or leaves, causing a tripping hazard. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
	POC Due Date: 12/02/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director states she will speak with the Licensee and develop a plan to repair the holes in the grass/dirt area by the plan of correction date of 12/1/2022. In the meantime, staff will ensure sufficient supervision is in place to redirect children away from the areas until corrected.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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:

Renesha Askew

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Joelle Redding

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/14/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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