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25 | On 05/06/2024 at 11:55am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, met with Staff, Magdalene (Maggie) Kraintz for an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. The facility is licensed to serve children from 2.5 years to entry into first grade. LPA did not observe Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Child Passenger Restraint System Poster (PUB 269) and Personal Rights (LIC 613A) posted near the front entrance. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Staff stated that Director is not on premises today as she is unwell. During staff interview, staff stated that Director is present at the facility once a week and not all hours the facility is in operation. Prior to entry into the facility LPA observed child (C4) washing hands in the outdoor sink without teacher supervision. During the inspection LPA observed children moving into the Sun Room without staff supervision to get their water bottles.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility during today's inspection and observed 7 children and 2 staff (S1 and S2). Staff S2 left after LPA's arrival. Children were having lunch under the visual supervision of one staff. Classrooms, children's restrooms, staff restroom and kitchen were inspected. Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Staff states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility (408-858-9886). Disinfectants, cleaning products, sharp items and medicines were stored inaccessible to the children in care. Medication was observed stored in a backpack in the kitchen.
Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in the kitchen. Nap mats are appropriate. LPA advised staff to place children's bedding so it does not come in contact with one another's. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. Staff has one separate bathroom that can be utilized by sick children if needed. Sick children are isolated in the reading room and isolation equipment is provided.
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