430710454-3-14-2024-07-CC-SCHN-D3CVG2-20240314162449

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 430710454
Report Date: 03/14/2024
Date Signed: 03/14/2024 04:24:55 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/14/2024 04:24 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 JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	DISCOVERY YEARS, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	430710454
ADMINISTRATOR:	AMPARO QUINTERO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1411 PIEDMONT ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(408) 926-1234
CITY:	SAN JOSE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95132
CAPACITY: 23	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 23	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	03/14/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:30 AM
MET WITH:	Amparo Quintero		TIME COMPLETED:	03:15 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	Page 1. On 3/14/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Sheena Chin, conducted an unannounced Required - 3 year inspection of the Preschool. LPA met with the director, Amparo Quintero, and explained the purpose of the visit. The Facility is licensed to serve age 2 – 6 years old. Ambulatory only. Hours of operation: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday to Friday. The director stated that the facility did not have weapons on the premises, that smoking was not allowed on the premises and that the facility did not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Observation LPAs toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the Facility with the director. Required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), Menus, and Activity Schedule were observed. The facility had fire inspection on 11/15/23. LPA observed fully charged Fire Extinguishers, smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, First Aid Kit. The facility had wall units to provide heating and air conditioning. The facility had screens for wall heating units but the screen did not go all the way to the floor for maintenance purpose. The air conditioning units were not accessible to children. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, sharps, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible. Restrooms for children to use were observed to be in operating condition. Play equipment were maintained in a good condition, free of hazards. continue to page 2.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sheena Chin
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/14/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/14/2024

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 JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY YEARS, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430710454
	VISIT DATE: 03/14/2024

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Observation
The facility provided lunch and snacks. Food was prepared at the local facility. The food storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F or less. The director stated that children brought their own water and the facility used bottled water to provide water for kids who drank up their own. A few big water bottles were observed in the staff rest area. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on.

The teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. 12 preschool children with 2 teachers and an aid. The director stated that she understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license and that children shall be always supervised within the classroom and in the playground areas.

The playground area is surrounded by appropriate fencing. Shade was provided by trees in the playground area. The outdoor equipment was age-appropriate and in good condition. There was a climbing structure in the playground that was age appropriate. Wood chips was used as resilient material throughout the playground. Areas around and under high climbing equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed.

Records review
Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months and be maintained for at least one year. The last drills were conducted on 1/29/24. LPA reviewed facility's sign in/out procedure and record. A sampling of children and staff files was selected for review. Children records reviewed includes Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, Medical Assessment, and immunization. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Background Check Clearance, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunization Record for Measles and Pertussis, Education Qualification, and required Training. LPA advised the director that the AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with documented current certification in Pediatric CPR/1st Aid present at the facility during LPA' inspection.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sheena Chin
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/14/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/14/2024

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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 JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY YEARS, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430710454
	VISIT DATE: 03/14/2024

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Records review
LPA advised the director 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.

The facility conducted water lead test on 3/1/23 and the result has been uploaded to the Water Board on 3/20/23.

Discussion
Water lead test: 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). All centers need to complete the lead testing in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1.CCP. LPA referred the director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Beginning January 1, 2019 AB2370 requires licensed homes and centers to share information on the risks and effects of lead exposure with enrolling and re-enrolling families.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS): This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS, but per Director, currently the facility does not have any children in care who requires IMS. 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) 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/.

Deficiency
In the areas that were evaluated, no regulatory violations were observed at the time of the inspection.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sheena Chin
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/14/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/14/2024

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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 JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY YEARS, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430710454
	VISIT DATE: 03/14/2024

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Further questions
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.

Exit
Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Amparo Quintero.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sheena Chin
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/14/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/14/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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