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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701064
Report Date: 05/03/2023
Date Signed: 05/03/2023 10:48:24 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/03/2023 10:48 AM - 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:EARLY LEARNERS CHILDREN'S ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
376701064
ADMINISTRATOR:CELENE MARINFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:9585 CANDIDA STREETTELEPHONE:
(858) 530-8200
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92126
CAPACITY: 78TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 72CENSUS: 47DATE:
05/03/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
07:45 AM
MET WITH:Celene Marin DiazTIME COMPLETED:
11:00 AM
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On 5/3/2023 @ 7:45AM, LPA Nancy Diaz conducted an unannounced inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted facility entry by staff Camille Hornik. LPA toured the facility with Ms. Hornik. Site Director arrived at 9AM. Observed present today were 47 children. There were 4 classrooms observed today. Program operates Monday-Friday; 7AM to 6PM.
The following census were observed today:
- Rm #6 with staff Destinee Simmons & Chitra Grover with 14 children.
- Rm #9 with staff Linda Terrazas & Ally Saldana with 12 children.
- Rm #7 with staff Tiffany Finkle and 9 children
- Rm #10 with staff Camille Hornik and 12 children.

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. At least one person is trained in CPR and Pediatric First aid was present today (staff Destinee Simmons and Site Director Celene Marin).

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible. 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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/03/2023
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: EARLY LEARNERS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701064
VISIT DATE: 05/03/2023
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The kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas are kept clean, free of litter. Food are protected against contamination. All storage containers for solid waste have a tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair.

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, slides, and similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.

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. All children are signed in/out by a representative who uses a full legal signature and has recorded the time of day. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment.

Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the regulation. All staff have immunization record indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Facility is currently maintain Epi-pens. 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
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/03/2023
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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: EARLY LEARNERS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701064
VISIT DATE: 05/03/2023
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Site 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.

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.


TYPE B DEFICIENCIES WERE CITED TODAY.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Celene Marin. A copy of this report, along with Appeal Rights (LIC9058), were provided. A notice of site visit was provided 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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nancy Diaz
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/03/2023
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Created By: Nancy Diaz On 05/03/2023 at 10:05 AM
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: EARLY LEARNERS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701064

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/03/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101239.1(b)(5)
Napping Equipment
(b) Floor mats used for napping shall be: (5) Maintained in a safe condition with no exposed foam.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observedd that all nap mats have exposed foams in all the classrooms. This posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/10/2023
Plan of Correction
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Mrs. Diaz stated that she will replaced all nap mats with exposed foams no later than 5/10/2023. A copy of receipt shall be submitted to the department to show that nap mats have been replaced no later than 5/10/2023.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Mrs. Diaz stated that they have not conducted a test to determine if there's lead contamination in their drinking water. This posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/10/2023
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LPA provided Provider Information Notification (PINs) today. Mrs. Diaz stated that the facility will obtain a company to conduct the lead study. Proof of correction is due to the department no later than 5/10/2023.
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: 05/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/03/2023


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Created By: Nancy Diaz On 05/03/2023 at 10:05 AM
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: EARLY LEARNERS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701064

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/03/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Several staff have expired Mandated Reporter Training certificate. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/10/2023
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Mrs. Diaz stated that she will have the following staff update their Mandated Reporter Trng. certificate - Camille Hornik; Linda Terrazas; Tiffany Finkle; Chitra Grover and Celene Marin Diaz. Proof of course completion shall be submitted to the department no later than 5/10/2023.
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CCR
101226(e)(2)
Health-Related Services
(2) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be maintained with the child's name and shall be dated.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Two children's Epi-pens have expired. This posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/10/2023
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Mrs. Diaz shall contact the parents immediately and obtain a current Epi-pens. Proof of correction shall be submitted to the department no later than 5/10/2023.
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: 05/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/03/2023


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