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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 566217015
Report Date: 07/16/2024
Date Signed: 07/16/2024 01:24:41 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 07/16/2024 01:24 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME:	GROWING MINDS CHILDREN'S CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	566217015
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	NIYAREPOLA,HARSHINI		FACILITY TYPE:	860
ADDRESS:	1777 STRATHAM BLVD.		TELEPHONE:	(818) 644-9665
CITY:	OXNARD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93033
CAPACITY: 88	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	07/16/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:00 AM
MET WITH:	Aruni Ganewatte & Harishini Niyarepola		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	01:40 PM

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On July 16^th 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rosie Breault conducted an announced prelicensing inspection at the above aforementioned center to ensure that health, safety, and personal rights as required by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. There were 0 children present at the time of the inspection. LPA met with Aruni Ganawette (director) and Harishini Niyarepola (applicant). Applicant submitted an application for a preschool center to provide care and supervision to 90 children: 5 infants age 0-2 years and 85 preschoolers age 3 years to entry into first grade. The facility will operate Monday – Friday 6:00AM-6:PM

Director, applicant, and LPA toured and measured the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. LPA observed written logs for the purposes of signing in and out and required postings in a prominent location. The facility has a total of 6 classrooms, 1 multipurpose room, and 1 sanctuary. There are 9 toilets and 8 sinks available for children’s use. Infant rooms are designated as #1, #2, #3, preschool rooms are designated as #4, #5, and #6.

The facility was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees, and visitors. The facility will offer breakfast, lunch and evening snack for children and kitchen was observed to be clean, free of pests and in good working order. Menus shall be in writing and shall be posted at least one week in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs were observed to be meet the needs of the children. At the time of the inspection, all toxins, cleaning supplies, poisons were rendered inaccessible to children by the locked laundry room. Carbon monoxide detector present and functioning at the time of the inspection, and fire extinguisher was last serviced 6/3/2024 and first aid kits available. Per director, no firearms or ammunition is present on property, no bodies of water are present at the facility.

Oxnard Fire Department cleared facility on 7/15/2024.

CONTINUED ON LIC809C

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maryrose Breault
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/16/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2024

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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: GROWING MINDS CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 566217015
	VISIT DATE: 07/16/2024

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Infant classrooms house changing tables which havw a padded surface no less than one-inch thick and covered with washable vinyl or plastic, in good repair and sink within arm’s reach. Changing table is not located in the kitchen/food-preparation area. LPA observed sufficient number of cribs with firm mattress, and free of loose articles and objects. The sleeping area for infants is physically separated from the indoor activity space by a sound absorbing partition. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys, equipment, feeding chairs, and manipulatives for children in care and LPA observed waste receptacles to have tight fitting lids.

The infant outdoor area is separated and gated from the preschool play area. LPA observed ample shade, play equipment in good condition, soft material to absorb falls, grass, and water available for use.

The preschool classrooms contain age-appropriate toys, equipment, sufficient number of mats for napping, and cubbies for individual items. LPA observed comfortable room temperature, access to filtered water and ample play activities for stimulation.

The preschool outdoor area consists of two yards. Side yard is enclosed by fencing and contains age-appropriate play structure with slide, soft padding to absorb falls, tricycle area, sinks, and sandbox available for use. Enclosed large yard consists of shade, grass, equipment, tricycle area, and director stated water will be provided. Preschool play area is separate from infant area by gating.

LPA observed sanctuary and gymnasium to have ample space for any additional activities and fire extinguisher present.

Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. LPA advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.

Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure.

CONTINUED ON LIC809C

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maryrose Breault
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/16/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2024

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: GROWING MINDS CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 566217015
	VISIT DATE: 07/16/2024

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Applicant and director were reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides 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.

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

LPA reviewed with applicant and director the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep, as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant and director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at: https://www.cpsc.gov/, and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maryrose Breault
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/16/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2024

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: GROWING MINDS CHILDREN'S CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 566217015
	VISIT DATE: 07/16/2024

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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 platforms.

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.

Applicant and director were informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.

The total facility indoor capacity measures 12,941.39 square feet which can accommodate applicants request for 90 children.

The total outdoor facility capacity measures at 8447.09 square feet which can accommodate applicants request for 90 children.

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

License pending approval.

Exit interview conducted with director Aruni Ganewatte and applicant Harishini Niyarepola copy of report provided.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Deborah Lowe
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Maryrose Breault
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/16/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2024

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