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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434417127
Report Date: 08/16/2023
Date Signed: 08/16/2023 12:22:49 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME:THINK TOGETHER EARLY LEARNING-BEN PAINTER PSFACILITY NUMBER:
434417127
ADMINISTRATOR:JOSEPH MANLUCOFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:500 ROUGH AND READY ROADTELEPHONE:
(714) 543-3808
CITY:SAN JOSESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95133
CAPACITY: 24TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/16/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:10 AM
MET WITH:Pamela Torres & Dr. Dianna BallesterosTIME COMPLETED:
12:40 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Marilou Monico and Jessica Bongardt conducted a Prelicensing Inspection. LPAs met with Facility Representatives, Pamela Torres (Director of Program and Operations), and Dr. Dianna Ballesteros (Alum Rock School District Director of Early Learning), and the purpose of the inspection was explained. The applicant is applying for a preschool license, 3 years to 5 years old, for 24 children. The preschool program is located at Ben Painter Elementary School campus. The preschool program plans to operate: Monday through Friday from 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM. LPAs toured the facility both inside and out, as well as measured the indoor and outdoor space during today's visit. The San Jose Child Care Regional Office received a fire clearance from the San Jose Fire Department (SJFD) on 08/09/2023.

Indoor Activity Space:
Room K1 (Ben Painter Preschool Classroom): 39.333 x 26.000 = 1,022.658 minus 5.207 (encumbered space) = 1,017.451
TOTAL INDOOR SPACE = 1,017.451 sq. ft. divided by 35 = 29 children

The Facility has 3 sinks (45) and 2 toilets (30) available for the children. The sinks used by children only have cold running water. Room K1 is located in the Administration Office Building. There is a staff bathroom located adjacent to the Nurse's Office in the Administration Office Building. The isolation of sick children will be in the Nurse's Office and isolation equipment will be provided. Sick children will use the staff bathroom if needed and will be accompanied by a staff member. LPAs observed container with tight-fitting lid for the disposal of solid waste. LPAs observed appropriate lighting in the classroom. The facility has central heating and air conditioning. First aid supplies are located in the classroom and in the Nurse's Office. Cleaning products are stored in the upper shelve in the classroom inaccessible to children. Facility Representatives indicated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPAs observed a 3A40BC fire extinguisher, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the room.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Joel Segura
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Marilou Monico
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/16/2023
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
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER EARLY LEARNING-BEN PAINTER PS
FACILITY NUMBER: 434417127
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2023
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The facility will not be administering medications. Facility Representatives understand that the facility must be kept free of flies, other insects & rodents. LPAs observed that all furniture and equipment indoors are in good condition and safe for the children. Drinking water will be readily available for the children indoor via individual water bottles. Transportation will not be provided by the facility. Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks will be brought to the center from Ben Painter Elementary School cafeteria.

There are 5 tables, 24 chairs, 32 cubbies, and 12 mats for the children.

OUTDOOR MEASUREMENTS:
PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN PLAYGROUND: 94.083 x 148.500 = 13,971.325 minus 2,934.856 (encumbered space) = 11,036.499
TOTAL OUTDOOR SPACE = 11,036.499 sq. ft. divided by 75 = 147 children

The preschool children will be sharing the playground with the TK/Kindergarten students of Ben Painter Elem. School at different times. A waiver request was submitted to Licensing. LPAs observed that the playground is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe. Shade is provided by trees and building overhang. The areas under and around the play structure is cushioned with resilient material (tanbark) that will absorb a fall. Drinking water will be provided via individual water bottles. There were no bodies of water observed. Facility Representatives were reminded that initial lead testing results shall be received within 180 days from licensure. Following the initial testing, facility must conduct water testing every 5 years after the date of the first test.

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) tollfree 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

Assembly Bill (AB 633) was discussed with Facility Representatives.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Joel Segura
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Marilou Monico
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/16/2023
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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: THINK TOGETHER EARLY LEARNING-BEN PAINTER PS
FACILITY NUMBER: 434417127
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2023
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Facility Representatives were reminded that all adults 18 and over, responsible for the administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

LPAs reviewed with Facility Representatives the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Facility Representatives were informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and resource and referral agencies (R&R) throughout California.

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 platform. 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.

LPAs advised Facility Representatives that a license for 24 Preschool children will be submitted to Licensing Management for the final stage of approval upon receiving the following items:

1) Photo showing that the irrigation control valve cover had been replaced.


2) Board Resolution, updated list of furniture and equipment, and proof of purchase of 12 additional mats/cots.
3) Updated Monthly Operating Statement (LIC 401) and Personnel Report (LIC 500).
4) Fingerprint clearance transfer for the Applicant Representative and Site Director.
5) Proof that at least one staff member who will be working on-site has completed the Lead Poisoning. Prevention training and Mandated Reporter Training certificate (AB1207) for the Site Director.
6) Revised job descriptions for the Master Teacher/Site Director and Associate Teacher.
7) Approved playground waiver.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Facility Representatives, Pamela Torres and Dr. Dianna Ballesteros.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Joel Segura
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Marilou Monico
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/16/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/16/2023
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