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25 | On 06/02/2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Melissa Guirit and Melissa Domantay conducted a Pre-Licensing inspection today, for a change of Ownership. LPAs met with Director, Deborah Joyce. LPAs toured all areas of the facility for a health and safety inspection. No children were present at the time of this inspection. The hours of operation are Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Facility will utilize an electronic sign in/out and paper form as a back up. Measurements are as follows:
- Preschool Indoor: 1,339.18 sq ft = 38 children; Toddler Indoor: 943.78 sq ft = 27 children
- Preschool Outdoor: 3,059.82 sq ft = 40 children; Toddler Outdoor: 2,020.46 sq ft = 27 children
A fire clearance, with a total capacity of 82, was received from the ECC Fire Protection Department. A clearance for 41 preschoolers ages 2 years to first grade entry and 41 toddlers ages 18 months to 36 months.
LPAs observed that the classrooms has sufficient lighting and appears to be clean and in good condition. There are 6 toilets and 7 sinks for children to utilize. LPAs observed an ample supply of age appropriate activities, equipment, furniture, and are equipped with varied age appropriate materials and equipment. LPAs observed outdoor play area, they are fully fenced and have ample supply of age appropriate activities, equipment, and furniture. There are two sand boxes that appear to be clean and maintained. There is sufficient cushion to absorb a child's fall under the play structures. LPAs observed ample amount of shade for children.
The building has a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, working combination smoke/carbon monoxide detector in each classroom and first aid supplies. There is a working telephone at the center. LPAs did not observe any hazardous items that would be accessible to children. Per Director, children will be bringing their own lunches and water bottles, with water still accessible to children inside and outside. The isolation area will be in the area next to the office.
See 809-C for continuance. |