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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191598510
Report Date: 01/15/2025
Date Signed: 01/15/2025 01:25:37 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/15/2025 01:25 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:CREATIVE DAY ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
191598510
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		RENEE ESTRADAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:8740 RAMONA STREETTELEPHONE:
(562) 634-7527
CITY:BELLFLOWERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90706
CAPACITY: 94TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 80CENSUS: 64DATE:
01/15/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Katherine Stein, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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On 01/15/25 at 10:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry, conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Inspection. LPA met with Director Katherine Stein who provided a tour of the facility. This is an preschool program serving children ages two (2) until entry into the first grade. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. All staff has the required background clearance and qualifications.

There are three classrooms used to operate the program. Each classroom is divided into 2 groups. The following ratios were observed - Room 3: 23 children and 4 staff, Room 4: 20 Children and 2 staff, Room 5: 21 children and 2 staff. LPA observed children supervised at all times during inspection.

All classrooms were inspected for cleanliness and good repair. LPA observed age appropriate toys and equipment. Lighting was in operable condition. First aid kits were inventoried. Sleeping equipment was observed during the time of inspection. Proper storage of sleeping equipment was observed. Children have individual and labeled storage space. Clean and functioning toilets and sinks are located in each classroom, floors were observed to clean. Trash cans have lids


Each classroom has a functioning drinking fountain and/or individual water bottled labeled with child's name available for children.

The indoor classrooms have surfaces that appear to be clean and safe and there are age appropriate toys and educational material for children to use.

Classroom furniture was in good condition, free of loose, sharp and/or pointed parts. No tripping hazards were observed.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Alicia Mooberry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/15/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/15/2025
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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CREATIVE DAY ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 191598510
VISIT DATE: 01/15/2025
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LPA observed children and staff in the outdoor play area which consists of separate areas, children were supervised at all times during this inspection. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. There are various surface types including grass and foam. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. All materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be toxic free. Per Site Supervisor, the outdoor area is routinely scanned by staff to ensure there are no hazards to children. LPA also observed drinking water available for children indoors and outdoors.

The kitchen and food storage areas were inspected for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Food/Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, expiration dates and appropriateness for children in care. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and an a PM snack. LPA observed the kitchen appear to be in safe and sanitary condition. LPA observed menus (that were visibly posted at least one week in advance) visible to the child's authorized representative.

Trash receptacles that contain solid waste have tight fitting covers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are locked and/or inaccessible.

LPA observed all children present signed in by the authorized representative in Pro Care App.


LPA conducted a Staff and Children's Records Review of 6 files for completeness and to ensure children have proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights on file.

Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, education credits, current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination, Mandated Reporter training, LPA observed at least one staff member to have current CPR/1st Aid.

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/. ------------------------ Page 2 - Report Continues

SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Alicia Mooberry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CREATIVE DAY ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 191598510
VISIT DATE: 01/15/2025
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All medications are stored in an inaccessible in office and Kitchen.

During this inspection LPA advised the Director on competing all required documentation, LPA reminded Director to report and change of Director to Child Care Licensing office within 10 days of change and provided all required documentation showing director qualifications.

Most recent Fire and disaster drill was conducted in October 2024.

The 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.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

There were no deficiencies cited at this time. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Katherine Stein.



To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/tion-process.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Denise Gibbs
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Alicia Mooberry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2025
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