Facility representative 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.

The facility’s operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm. The facility was toured inside and outside, and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. Sign in/out records were reviewed and in compliance. Items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds and medications) were observed to be inaccessible. D1 stated there are no poisons in the facility, and none were observed during this inspection. LPAs observed the toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces are clean, toxic free, safe, and in good condition. There is drinking water available to children both indoors and outdoors by use of individual water bottles, cups are avaiable when needed. The children's bathroom is in safe and sanitary condition. The center’s isolation area for any child who becomes ill while in care is located in the office. LPAs observed food prep areas are clean. There was no contaminated food observed. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids.

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Menus are posted at the entrance of the school. LPAs observed a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher that appeared fully charged, in the facility. LPAs observed the playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. There were no bodies of water observed on the site. D1 stated no weapons are stored on site, and none were observed.

During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met, a total of 13 preschool children were being supervised by 4 teachers. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity and ratio requirements. At least one staff member present during the inspection possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications, D1’s certificate expires 07/2025.

Five children’s records were reviewed and contained complete and current information as required. Five staff files were reviewed. 3 out of 5 staff did not have proof of required immunizations on file. Staff, S1, S3 & S4 did not have proof of immunity to Pertussis. S3 & S4 did not have proof of immunity to Measles. S4 did not have a TB clearance on file. Three out of 5 staff (S1, S2 and S4) did not have evidence of a Health Screening on file.

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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

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) toll-free 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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/

Facility Representative 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.

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A notice of site visit was given to facility representative and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Sarah Welton.

The following violation(s) of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, were observed: see LIC 809D. Appeal Rights were provided.

LPA Strother informed facility representative, Sarah Welton that this report dated 12/19/24 document(s) one Type A citation. Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

Also, LPA Strother informed the facility representative to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 12/19/24 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.