101161(a) · 101161(a)A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation.

Based on observation, record review and Dr. Johnson statements. The facility did not ensure that Per Director stated the she will clean the preschool classroom and bring back the preschooler into their licensed classroom. A follow up visit will be conducted. the infant classroom operated within the limitations of the license. The toddler classroom had 5 preschoolers and 1 toddler in the toddler classroom which is licensed under the infant. This poses a immediate safety risk to children in care. SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101416.5(b) · 101416.5(b)There shall be a ratio of one teacher for every four infants in attendance.

Licensee had one infant picked up to keep the classroom in ratio. Licensee has contacted two staffing agencies to provide additional qualified staff. Licensee will provide proof of contract with staffing agencies by 4/10/24. Based on observation and interview, Licensee did not ensure that the infant classroom is kept in ratio at all times. LPAs observed 5 infants with one staff during today's inspection. This poses an immediate risk to the safety of children in care.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

101216.2(d)(1) · 101216.2(d)(1)An aide assisting a fully qualified teacher... shall meet the following requirements: Completion of six postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development.

Licensee decided to close the toddler classroom during today's visit. Licensee has contacted two staffing agencies to provide additional qualified staff. Licensee will provide proof of contract with staffing agencies by 4/10/24. Based on record review and interview, Licensee did not ensure that Staff 1 met the educational requirements prior to hiring them as an assistant in the facility. LPAs observed Staff 1 providing care in the toddler classroom. This poses a potential threat to the personal rights of children in care.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

101223(a)(2) · 101223(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(2) To be free from... actions of a punitive nature.

LPAs observed two infant rockers were removed from the classroom. staff will attend training on personal rights and classroom management. Proof of attendance will be provided by 4/23/24. Based on observation and interview, Staff 5 did not ensure that Child 4 was removed from the infant rocker in an appropriate manner by tilting the rocker forward causing Child 4 to fall out of it. This is an immediate risk to the personal rights of children in care. SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101161(a) · 101161(a)A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation.

Licensee has contacted two staffing agencies to provide additional qualified staff to supervise children in their classrooms. Licensee will provide proof of contract with staffing agencies by due date. Based on observation Licensee did not ensure that the infant classroom operated within the limitations of the license. On 3/26/24, LPAs observed Child1 who is over 2 years old, in the infant classroom. This poses a potential safety risk to children in care.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101438(c)(1) · 101438.3(c) The calculation of indoor activity space for infants shall not include space designated and used for cribs. (1) The sleeping area for infants shall be physically separate from the indoor activity space. Licensee stated they will have an extra staff present to supervise the napping room. Licensee will submit statement with plan including staff that will supervise. Licensee will submit updated LIC 500 with designated staff by due date.

Based on observation and interview, the Licensee did not ensure that the infant napping space is physically separate from the indoor activity space. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety and personal rights of children in care SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101439.1(c) · 101439.1(c) Floor mats or cots...shall be provided for all infants who have the ability to climb out of a crib.

Licensee stated a napping cot will be provided for Child 3 going forward. Licensee also stated they will have an extra staff present to supervise the napping room. Licensee will submit statement with plan including staff that will supervise. Based on interview and observation, Licensee did not ensure that Child 3 was provided appropriate napping equipment. Per Staff 5, Child 3 uses a big pillow in the classroom to nap. This is a potential risk to the health, safety and personal rights of children in care. SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101161(a) · 101161(a)Limitations on capacity A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license Per Licensee the preschool staff will be in the preschool room with preschool children. Director will provide a written statement for the plan for preschool staff.

based on interview and observation the Licensee did not ensure that the children present during today's inspection met the limitations on the license. LPA observed a child who is enrolled in the preschool license, in the toddler classroom. This poses a potential risk to children in care SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie Cook

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101439.1(f)(3) · Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment (f) Cribs shall be free from all loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows. (3) There shall be no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib.

Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. on 10/20/22 LPA observed objects in the crib and play yard in the infant classroom and also observed a play yard positioned underneath a wall mounted object which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 01/10/2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

101429(a)(2)(B) · Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision for Infants (B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following

Deficient Practice Statement Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 3 infant files reviewed on 10/20/22 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 01/13/2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

101170(e)(2) · Criminal Record Clearance (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 101170(f) or

Deficient Practice Statement Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above on 10/20/22. Staff 3 has an eligible criminal record clearance. Director did not have Staff 3-Zohara Sheriff's criminal record clearance transferred to the license which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 01/10/2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

101212(d)(1)(C) · (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events specified in (d)(1) below, a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working day and during its normal business hours. In addition, a written report containing the information specified in (d)(2) below shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event.(1)Events reported shall include the following:(C)Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety of any child.

Deficient Practice Statement Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Per the Director on 10/13/22 an Unusual Incident occurred at the facility in which a vehicle crashed into the fence surrounding the Infant outdoor play yard while children were inside the classrooms and the Director did not report the incident to CCL within the allotted time which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 10/21/2022

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

101170(e)(2) · (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 101170(f)

Deficient Practice Statement Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff 3 has an eligible criminal record clearance. Director did not have Staff 3-Zohara Sheriff's criminal record clearance transferred to the license which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 10/21/2022

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.