434400289-2-13-2023-52-CC-MESA-CNZRY2-20230213122538

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434400289
Report Date: 02/13/2023
Date Signed: 02/13/2023 12:25:51 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/13/2023 12:25 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME:	ELAN ESPRIT PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	434400289
ADMINISTRATOR:	PADILLA, ELIZABETH		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	40 EAST CARLO STREET		TELEPHONE:	(408) 262-3848
CITY:	MILPITAS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95035
CAPACITY:	65	CENSUS: 33	DATE:	02/13/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:31 AM
MET WITH:	Laurie Mathews and Elizabeth Padilla		TIME COMPLETED:	12:30 PM

NARRATIVE
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 Tuesday, February 13, 2023 at 9:31 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an unannounced Required One (1) Year Visit. LPA met with the Licensee Laurie Matthews and the Director Elizabeth Padilla, and explained the nature of site visit. Present on this visit were 7 staff and 33 preschool children. The facility operates from Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. LPA toured the facility with the Director to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. The facility consists of one large room divided into six areas but only four classrooms are operating at this time, namely, Dragon Flies, Lady Bugs, Bumble Bees and Fire Flies. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules and Waiver were observed to be posted. Facility was observed to follow teacher to children ratio requirement during LPAs' inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. The classrooms, restrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Director stated that facility does not possess nor store any weapons on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment such as mats, cots, tables, and chairs were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children's use were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Outdoor activity space is fenced and was inspected. The play equipment was maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There were no bodies of water observed. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were shaded rest areas for children. Drinking water are arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. SEE 809 C

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jason Jang	TELEPHONE: (510) 725-7009
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Manel Estoesta	TELEPHONE: (510) 622-2602
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: ELAN ESPRIT PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 434400289
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2023

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Food and beverages were kept protected against contamination. Children's lunches and snacks brought from home. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair.
Facility files were reviewed. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Facility is currently using an electronic sign in and out system called Bright Wheel application. The Director showed the LPA on how the Bright Wheel System Application Operation. LPA observed Children Attendance Board in the outdoor play area.
A sampling of Children's files was taken for review. The records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, and Immunization. Facility currently has a waiver to use electronic forms.
A sampling of Staff's files was taken for review. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility during inspection. LPA reminded the Facility Representative that AB 1207 Child Care Providers training online at https://mandatedreporterca.com/ requires 2 year requirement. LPA reviewed Staff Immunization records of Measles and Pertussis immunization, Influenza vaccination and TB clearance. LPA reminded Facility Representative that only the Influenza vaccination can be decline with a written declination.

LPA obtained copies of the Children's Sign in and Out, LIC 500, Facility's Children's Roster and New Enrollment Package.

Director stated that facility does handle medications and does currently have children in care who requires Incidental Medical Services - IMS Epinephrine and Inhaled Medication. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jason Jang	TELEPHONE: (510) 725-7009
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Manel Estoesta	TELEPHONE: (510) 622-2602
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2023

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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, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: ELAN ESPRIT PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 434400289
	VISIT DATE: 02/13/2023

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LPA observed Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations, fire extinguishers and sprinkler system. Facility Representative stated that the School conducted a Fire Drills on January 26,2023.
Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in park vehicles.

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.

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/inspection-process.

LPA discussed the Child Care and Development Infrastructure Grant Program, American Rescue Survey Plan to the Director and Child Care Centers must provide Risks and Effects of Lead Poisoning PUB 515 flyer to parents and families upon enrolling or re-enrolling any child. Director understood.

There are no deficiencies cited on this visit.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Elizabeth Padilla.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jason Jang	TELEPHONE: (510) 725-7009
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Manel Estoesta	TELEPHONE: (510) 622-2602
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/13/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/13/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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