Today's visit included thirty-one PreK children and nine staff members. LPAs reviewed the parents sign in sheet and found all signatures to be complete. LPAs confirmed that all nine staff members had obtained criminal record clearances from the Redwood City School District. The facility remains within its capacity limits and meets the required ratios for today’s visit.

LPAs observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, notification of parents’ rights, personal rights, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities schedule, were displayed and visible to the public.

The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 01/31/2025, and the LPAs observed that it was documented. LPAs reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that drills are conducted every month.

Facility is operating in the CDC Building, Room #2 (aka #101), Room #3 (aka #102), and Room #4 (aka #103). Rooms #2 and #3 operate full day programs: Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm; and Room #4 operate AM/PM sessions: Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. Each classroom is equipped with two children's toilets, two children's sinks, and a drinking fountain. LPAs observed each classroom to be clean and equipped with age appropriate toys and materials. Storage for children's belongings are located inside the classrooms, labeled with each child's individual names. LPAs observed facility has an installation of a fire alarm system throughout the building as well as multiple fully charged, fire extinguishers. Each classroom has a smoke and carbon monoxide detector installed as well as emergency kits with first aid materials and emergency contact information. LPAs test the carbon monoxide detectors in each room were functioning. LPAs were unable to test the smoke detectors, because they are connected in the main building.

LPAs inspected the indoor and outdoor areas for health and safety hazards. The facility was clean, safe, and well maintained. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and poisons were securely stored out of children's reach, and all accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were free of hazardous materials.

Electrical outlets were fitted with child safety covers to prevent children's access. Each classroom had a diaper-changing table.

The outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The areas around and under climbing equipment and slides are cushioned with rubberized cushion mats. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property.

The preschool program currently provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the children. Menus are displayed in the facility. According to the director, two of the enrolled children have a documented nut allergy.

The facility offers cots for children to nap. LPAs observed that sheets and blankets were available for each child. Per site supervisor, the families provide blankets for their children and launder them weekly. Per site supervisor the staff wipes down the cots weekly.

LPAs reviewed the files of five children, confirming that their emergency contact and medical information were complete and in order. The facility uses a form equivalent to form LIC 702, but some information was not included, therefore a technical violation was issued. The department would like the facility to use form LIC 702 for the next school term.

LPAs reviewed five staff files and confirmed that all necessary forms were complete and in order. LPAs verified that three of the five staff members held current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications. During a review of the staff transcripts, LPAs found that all five staff members had successfully completed twelve units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which qualifies them to serve as teachers. One staff was missing the MMR record, therefore a technical violation was issued. Staff member has an appointment to complete the MMR requirement on 02/07/25.

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LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

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.

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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed director 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.

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/.

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.

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 issued today during LPA's visit.

A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the site supervisor, Anna Franceschi.