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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434407984
Report Date: 11/18/2024
Date Signed: 11/18/2024 03:43:32 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/18/2024 03:43 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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:LEARNING LINKS PALO ALTOFACILITY NUMBER:
434407984
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
DE VERA, CHRISTINAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3864 MIDDLEFIELD RDTELEPHONE:
(650) 618-3342
CITY:PALO ALTOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94303
CAPACITY: 58TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 58CENSUS: 33DATE:
11/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:20 AM
MET WITH:Colleen CoensgenTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:15 PM
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On 11/18/2024 at 9:20am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jialing “Julianne” Zhu met with Executive Director Carol Miller and Program Coordinator Colleen Coensgen for an unannounced annual inspection. Director Christina De Vera was not on-site during today’s inspection. Also present during the inspection were eight (8) fingerprint-cleared staff, and 33 children in care. The facility is within ratio and in compliance with capacity regulations today. Upon arrival, LPA provided Program Coordinator a copy of the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125). The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. The facility’s current hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 6:00pm.

Classrooms: This facility is licensed with four (4) classrooms, and all are currently in use. Classrooms were inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, and adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed the cleanliness of floors and surfaces. The facility is equipped with telephone service, wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, pull-down fire alarms, and fully charged fire extinguishers that are accessible throughout the facility. Fully stocked first-aid kits available in the classrooms, front office, and kitchen. LPA inspected the napping equipment (sleep cots) and observed them to be stored in a healthful manner. Sheets for the cots are provided by the facility, and children bring other beddings from home. Drinking water is accessible by children in the classrooms. The isolation area for when a child is sick is the Director’s Office.

Food Service Areas: The facility provides lunch and AM/PM snacks to children in care. All center provided food items are properly labeled and stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, and free from hazardous materials. Snack menus are posted and were reviewed.

Bathrooms and Changing Stations: Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Toilets and faucets are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks, toilets, and supplies. LPA observed the changing stations to be set-up and maintained according to Title 22 regulations. Page 1 of 3. See LIC 809C.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jialing Zhu
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/18/2024
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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: LEARNING LINKS PALO ALTO
FACILITY NUMBER: 434407984
VISIT DATE: 11/18/2024
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Outdoor Play Area: The outdoor play area is fully fenced. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. There is ample shade available. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. The play structure is securely installed into the ground. The ground surrounding the play structure is sufficiently padded with turf and in good condition for safety. Drinking water is accessible by children when outside. There are no pools or other bodies of water on premises.

Files and Record Keeping Review: LPA reviewed the facility roster and personnel report, and copies were obtained. All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and/or exemption and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed nine (9) staff files. Every classroom has a fully qualified teacher. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Director’s CPR/First-Aid Certificate is current and expires on 10/01/2026. Mandated Reporter Training certificates were reviewed and current. Director’s Mandated Reporter training certificate expires on 08/28/2026. LPA reviewed eight (8) children’s files, and they were all complete. The center utilizes an electronic sign-in/out system. Fire/disaster drills are performed at least once every six months. The last drill was an earthquake drill conducted on 10/17/2024. Per director, there are no firearms on the premises. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area.

Record Keeping and Reporting Requirements: Director was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Mandated Reporter Training ("Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting https://mandatedreporterca.com/. Personnel and facility roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drills must be conducted at least every six (6) months and documented. Effective August 1, 2003 California Law requires Child Care Licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child’s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within seven (7) business days. LPA informed Director that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov.

Criminal Record Clearance: 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jialing Zhu
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2024
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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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: LEARNING LINKS PALO ALTO
FACILITY NUMBER: 434407984
VISIT DATE: 11/18/2024
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Lead Testing: 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. LPA referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS): This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA observed medications are stored securely and are made inaccessible to children in care. All children’s medications were inspected to ensure that they are properly labeled and in compliance with expiration dates. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

CCLD Information and Updates: Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Three (3) Advisory Notes were issued:

· 1 of 9 staff files reviewed by LPA did not have proof of Tdap (pertussis) immunization. 1 of 9 staff files reviewed by LPA did not have proof of MMR (measles) immunization.

· 1 of 9 staff files reviewed by LPA did not have TB test results.

· Parents sign-in/out electronically. Children and parents have their own code. Most parents use their child's code instead of their own so the records reflect that the "child" signed in and out. Licensing regulations require that the person who signs in and out use their full legal signature.

A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted, report was reviewed, and Appeal Rights were provided to Executive Director Carol Miller.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jialing Zhu
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2024
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