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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jesse Gardner conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 03/13/2025 at 12:30 PM. LPA met with Director Keena Chandler Coleman who provided a tour of the center. This is a combination childcare center, and the following licensed programs were also inspected on this date: Preschool/Day Care Center. A tour of both the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility was conducted, and the following observations were noted.
The required postings, including the facility license, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393), Personal Rights (LIC613A), Child Car Seat Law, and menus, were observed to be up to date and appropriately displayed. The facility is operating within the capacity limits as stated on its license.
During the inspection, staff-to-child ratios were observed; 18 children to 8 qualified teachers which is broken down to 6 children to 3 teachers in Room #1, and 12 children to 5 teachers in Room #2 which is within the 1:4 ratio. Classrooms contained age and size-appropriate furniture and equipment, free of hazards. Director Coleman confirmed that no weapons are present on the premises, and there are no accessible bodies of water. Director Coleman confirmed and is aware that any wading pools or similar items must be emptied immediately after use and stored upright. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors via filtered water. LPA verified that lead testing was completed on 10/22/2022 and the next testing is due by 10/22/2027. Per PIN 21-21.1-CCP directives, and the director was referred to the Department’s website for additional lead toxicity prevention and water testing information.
Medications are currently stored inside the facility and are locked in the kitchen in a lock box. Hazardous items, including disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other dangerous substances, are stored out of children’s reach, while poisons and toxins are securely locked away in each classroom via lock and key. The floors were observed to be clean, safe, and well-maintained. Highchairs and tables have broad-based legs, and trays that lock into place for additional safety. Changing tables are within arm’s reach of a sink, have a minimum one-inch thick padding, and feature raised sides of at least three inches covered in washable vinyl or plastic. Proper handwashing procedures were observed before and after diapering and feeding.
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