410503124-6-5-2024-05-CC-MOLN-D5Y2DV-20240605171858

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 410503124
Report Date: 05/31/2024
Date Signed: 06/05/2024 05:21:50 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/05/2024 05:21 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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME:	OPEN GATE NURSERY SCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	410503124
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	CALCAGNO, KRISTI		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	2124 BREWSTER AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(650) 369-6833
CITY:	REDWOOD CITY	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	94062
CAPACITY: 25	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 25	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	05/31/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:55 AM
MET WITH:	Kristi Calcagno		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:15 PM

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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 May 31, 2024, at approx. 9:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria Olguin-Leon conducted an unannounced annual inspection at Open Gate Nursery Preschool. LPA met with Director Kristi Calcagno and purpose of inspection was explained. Present today, Director, 2 staff and 2 parent volunteers. Facility is operating within capacity and in compliance with staff/child ratio. All staff have fingerprint clearances. Facility operates part-time co-op preschool programs from Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM. Preschool hours vary depending on day. LPA and Director toured the facility for health and safety hazards. Facility operates a co-op preschool program on the site of Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Church. Classrooms consist of the game room, art room and block room. Facility is clean with proper temperature and ventilation. There are plenty of age-appropriate toys,furniture, learning materials and games all in good repair. Storage hooks are in hallway, which are available for children to store personal items and belongings. There are two bathrooms and two sinks located in the block room. Toilets are in working condition and there is no hot running water in sinks. There is a separate staff bathroom located in facility. Trash cans have tight fitting lids. All cleaning products, chemicals and toxins are stored and locked in cabinet and inaccessible to children. Playground is equipped with a two climbing/slide age-appropriate play structures, a tire swing, playhouse, and a sandbox with a lid, all in good condition. Playground is surrounded with a 5 ft. fence. Play structure flooring is cushioned with tanbark to cushion falls. Outdoor play area is equipped with cement and some areas have artificial grass mats. There are no spas or pools, LPA observed children’s water table which was equipped with a lid and properly supervised Per Director, there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Children bring their own lunches and snacks form home. LPA observed labeled water bottles with children’s names. Per Director, water bottles are refilled from a water filter pitcher. First aid kit is fully stocked with medical supplies. Incidental Medical Services were discussed. Sick children are isolated in nursery room and away from other children. Page 2...

SUPERVISORS NAME: Marie Rodriguez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/31/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/31/2024

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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: OPEN GATE NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 410503124
	VISIT DATE: 05/31/2024

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LPA observed sign in/sign outs sheets and reminded Director to have parents sign full signatures. Facility is equipped with fully charged fire extinguishers, working carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detector that is labeled with last date batteries were checked. Last emergency drill was conducted on 02/2024 and properly documented. Facility is equipped with a landline phone and staff communicate via cell phones.

LPA reviewed 5 children’s records 3 staff record. All the children's records were complete and are kept electronically using the Jovial app. LPA advised Director to keep files of hardcopies of children’s licensing forms on site. The facility has all necessary paperwork posted, Facility License, Notification of Parent's Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, and Emergency Disaster Plan.

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-care-centers/.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director 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 [or 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Marie Rodriguez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/31/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/31/2024

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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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: OPEN GATE NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 410503124
	VISIT DATE: 05/31/2024

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Director 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, or transfer their existing 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.

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).

LPA referred Director Kristi Calcagno to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

Director is aware that all staff is required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates.

Director 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Marie Rodriguez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/31/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/31/2024

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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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: OPEN GATE NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 410503124
	VISIT DATE: 05/31/2024

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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

See page 809D for deficiencies cited today, under Title 22 Division 12 of the California Code of Regulations.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with teacher Andrea Chatelain. LPA will email report to ogteacherkristi09@gmail.com

SUPERVISORS NAME: Marie Rodriguez
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/31/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/31/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 06/05/2024 05:21 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Maria Olguin-Leon On 05/31/2024 at 11:37 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
, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: OPEN GATE NURSERY SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 410503124
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 05/31/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in lead testing has not been completed, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/01/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will follow Lead testing directives and hire an authorized vendor to complete lead testing of facility

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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:

Marie Rodriguez

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Maria Olguin-Leon

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/31/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/31/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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