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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 444415785
Report Date: 10/24/2023
Date Signed: 10/25/2023 03:20:14 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/25/2023 03:20 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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	DISCOVERY WEST		FACILITY NUMBER:	444415785
ADMINISTRATOR:	MARTINEZ, DANA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	208 RANKIN STREET		TELEPHONE:	(831) 427-1316
CITY:	SANTA CRUZ	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95060
CAPACITY: 28	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 28	CENSUS: 24	DATE:	10/24/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:25 AM
MET WITH:	Stepanie Arguellas/Alice Young		TIME COMPLETED:	01:05 PM

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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	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Morales conducted a ANNUAL REQUIRED INSPECTION and was greeted by Director Alice Young and Executive Director Stephanie Arguellas. Current Hours of operation is M-Thursday, 8:00 to 4:00pm,and on Fridays, open from 8am-1:00pm, serving ages from two years-entry to First Grade. Facility's License, Notification of Parents’ Rights Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. Disaster Drill was conducted on 10/24/23. The Preschool Program is operating in the Two Preschool classrooms. LPA toured the facility both indoor and outdoor. LPA observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Children were engaged with activities with supervision of staff. There were no bodies of water observed. Director stated that they do not have weapons on the premises. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Floors were clean. LPA observed charged Fire extinguishers. LPA observed Carbon monoxide detector and Smoke alarm. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on, and were in good repair.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/24/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/24/2023

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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY WEST	FACILITY NUMBER: 444415785
	VISIT DATE: 10/24/2023

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Outdoor activity spaces are enclosed by fencing and are observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed play equipment were in good condition. Shade is provided by patio cover. Drinking water was readily available to children indoor and outdoor. Children bring their water bottles from home, and if needed, the Center provides filter water. The center does not provide meals for the children or snacks. Activities schedule posted. LPA observed cubbies for the children's personal belongings.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and
administrative records. 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 and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ALPDA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

LPA reviewed sign in and out record, and procedure. A sampling of children and staff files was taken for review during today's inspection. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Contact, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, receipt of Parent Rights Notice, Personal Rights Notice, Medical Assessment and Immunization.

Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. LPA reminded Director that the online AB1207 Mandated Reported Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/24/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/24/2023

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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY WEST	FACILITY NUMBER: 444415785
	VISIT DATE: 10/24/2023

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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.

LPA also reviewed with Director the violations that would result in an immediate assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $500. Director is encouraged to visit the Department’s website at www.cdss.ca.gov to access resources for Providers, Regulations, Online option to pay Annual License fee, Adoption of new Laws, etc.

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 ). Director stated that they don't serve food to the children at the center, and the children bring their own bottles. Director stated that they provide filtered water to the children if needed.

Director was 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&Rs) throughout California.

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

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/24/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/24/2023

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