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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 406216067
Report Date: 01/14/2025
Date Signed: 01/14/2025 01:14:02 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/14/2025 01:14 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE SPROUTS DAY CARE INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
406216067
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CATHERINE PALMERFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:6985 ONTARIO ROADTELEPHONE:
(805) 305-1522
CITY:SAN LUIS OBISPOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93401
CAPACITY: 68TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 68CENSUS: 30DATE:
01/14/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Catherine PalmerTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:25 PM
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On 1/14/25, at 11:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Required 3 Year inspection of the Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Catherine Palmer, Director of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of the Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The center operates from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. The CCC is an infant program, with a toddler option. At the time of the inspection, thirty children are present along with nine teachers (cleared and associated), providing care and supervision.

LPA observed the CCC to be organized. The CCC has two classrooms (Infant Room and Toddler Room) along with a room dedicated to infant napping. The CCC has ventilation and heating for the children in care. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furnishings throughout the CCC. The CCC has an abundance of cribs (34) and cots for children in care with various levels of mobility. LPA observed changing tables on site within arm’s reach of sinks. The CCC also has an abundance of portable potties on site which are serviced and cleaned after each use.

LPA observed combination carbon monoxide/smoke detectors in each classroom. A detector was tested at 11:35 AM and found to be functional. Medications are stored in elevated kitchen cabinets. Cleaning supplies are stored on elevated shelves in the classrooms as well as in elevated cabinets in the kitchen. Sharps are located in the CCC's office which is also inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed a refrigerator in the infant room which contains labeled and dated foods and liquids. Director informed LPA parents of children in care provide snacks and lunches. CCC ensures the snacks and lunches provided by parents contain a combination of the essential food groups. LPA observed licensing required notices and forms near the entry of the CCC. The CCC provides children in care with bottled water both inside of the CCC and outside. Water at the facility is not used for consumption or food preparation.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shane Loftus
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/14/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/14/2025
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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS DAY CARE INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 406216067
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2025
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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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP).

The CCC uses the Bright Wheel application for Sign In/Out purposes. LPA reviewed the Sign In/Out system which contains arrival and departure times of children as well as electronic signatures of authorized representatives. The CCC's play areas have varied footing and are enclosed. Gates leading to the play areas are secure. LPA observed age-appropriate toys/play equipment in the play areas. The toys/play equipment are free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. Director was reminded to replace toy and play equipment when they begin to degrade and/or are not in good repair. LPA observed no bodies of water on site.

A sampling of staff and children's records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information as well as immunization records. Records also included an electronic log documenting 15-minute sleep checks. LPA reviewed Individual Sleep plans, which were completed appropriately. Staff records were reviewed and current with Pediatric First Aid/CPR (EMSA Approved) and Mandated Reporter Training certifications, as well as documentation supporting qualifications and experience. Director informed LPA no firearms are on site.

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 available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.



Facility representative 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. Continued on 809-C
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shane Loftus
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2025
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SPROUTS DAY CARE INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 406216067
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2025
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with 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 or additional resource. LPA also informed 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.

Facility Representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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 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.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. A Notice of Site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, Catherine Palmer.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Shane Loftus
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2025
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