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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Marilou Monico, conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection. LPA met with Site Director, Mireya Vilches, and explained to her the purpose of today's inspection. LPA provided Director with the Entrance Checklist - Child Care Centers (LIC 125). The facility operates Monday thru Friday from 7 AM to 6 PM. The center is licensed to serve children ages 2 years to entry into 1st grade in Rooms: Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, and Jupiter.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. LPA observed two staff with 11 children in Uranus, two staff with 8 children in Jupiter, and two staff with 12 children in Neptune. There were no children in Saturn. LPA reviewed and obtained copy of children's roster. Fire/Disaster Drill was conducted on 01/30/2026. The classrooms have age-appropriate materials, toys, furnishing, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. The children's napping equipment were observed to be stored in a healthful manner. Bedding is provided by the parents and is washed weekly or as needed. LPA observed required size fire extinguishers, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The children and staff bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable.
The center provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks to children. All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. There is a kitchen at the facility for food preparation. The kitchen is equipped with refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and sink with hot and cold running water. LPA observed that the trash cans for the disposal of solid wastes have swinging covers. LPA informed Site Director that trash cans for solid wastes need to have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is available for children in the classrooms and outdoors via individual water bottles.
The outdoor play areas are fully fenced. Shade is provided by trees and canopy. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. LPA observed resilient material under and around the climbing structures. Per Site Director, there are no firearms or weapons on the premises.
All individuals subject to criminal record review have fingerprint clearances and associated to the facility. At least one staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid certification. LPA observed all required postings in a publicly accessible area. LPA reviewed the sign in/out sheets.
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