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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191670750
Report Date: 02/20/2025
Date Signed: 02/20/2025 04:00:46 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/20/2025 04:00 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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:L.A. HARBOR COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191670750
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		GRETCHEN HAYESFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1111 FIGUEROA PLACETELEPHONE:
(310) 233-4205
CITY:WILMINGTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90744
CAPACITY: 96TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 96CENSUS: 42DATE:
02/20/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Gretchen HayesTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:20 PM
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On 2/20/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tyra Chavies, conducted an unannounced 3 Year Required visit at L.A Harbor College Child Development Center. LPA met with Director Gretchen Hayes and toured the facility indoors and outdoors. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 7:45 Am to 3:00 PM. LPA Chavies confirmed the phone number is: (310) 233-4205. There were 42 children in care being supervised by 16  Staff members. PM snacks are provided by the center as well as breakfast and lunch. There is currently Incidental Medical Services (IMS) been given at this time.

This facility currently has four classrooms ,Sea Stars, Dolphins, Guppies and Turtle and all are currently being used for child care. Indoor furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose and/or pointed parts. The facility floors, bathroom and classrooms meet Title 22 Health and Safety regulations. LPA did observe the facility to have pets that are in good condition (turtles and fish).
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karren Starks
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/20/2025
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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: L.A. HARBOR COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191670750
VISIT DATE: 02/20/2025
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LPA observed cots for sleeping and bedding will be washed at the facility. LPA also observed age appropriate toys and books in primary care area. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in good condition and is free of hazards. LPA did advised director that teachers are to maintain one hundred percent supervision visually and audible at all times. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. All poisons are kept in a locked storage area.

LPA inspected and verified that there is a fire system connected throughout the facility. The facility does have a fire extinguisher which has an inspection date of November 13,2023 on the premises. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors. First Aid kit was observed in each classroom. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors and upon request. Lead testing has been done even though building was built after 2010. There are two Exterior faucets CR 111 and CR 120 that show a reading over 5.5 in November 2024. This facility does have bottled drinking water that is given to the children upon request. 
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karren Starks
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: L.A. HARBOR COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191670750
VISIT DATE: 02/20/2025
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POSTING REQUIREMENTS: License and other relevant notices are visible for public view and correctly posted on the wall (Facility Sketch, PUB 394, LIC 9148, LIC 610A) except for the Fire Department Safety Permit. Fire and disaster drills are being conducted as scheduled every six months.

CHILDREN'S RECORDS: LPA Chavies reviewed 10 children's files. Most of the documents were completed. LPA Chavies advised director to conducted a file review to ensure all documents are completely filled out. 


STAFF'S RECORDS: LPA Chavies reviewed 8 staff files. All files are up to date. One or more files are missing mandated reporter training. Director is missing the 8 hours of Health and Safety training, child nutrition and lead poisoning training as well as the Component ft- Operations and Record Keeping. LPA Chavies has advised director that the facility will be given a week to provide documents.

The following were also discussed with the director:
  • Individuals who are 18 years of age must obtain a criminal record clearance.  Individuals within one month of their 18th birthday must be fingerprinted immediately. Failure to obtain a criminal record background check clearances prior to initial presence in the facility will result in an immediate $500.00 dollar civil penalty and $100.00 more per day until licensee is in compliance 
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karren Starks
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: L.A. HARBOR COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191670750
VISIT DATE: 02/20/2025
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  •  Commencing September 1st, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a childcare facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.
  • New Immunization Requirement: Law enacted by SB 277, beginning January 1st, 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into childcare or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karren Starks
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: L.A. HARBOR COLLEGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191670750
VISIT DATE: 02/20/2025
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  • New Appeal Process: A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.


When regulations are approved/changed/updated, providers will be notified through Provider Information Notice (PIN). 

Per Title 22, of the California Code of Regulations, the following Technical Assistance and  Violations were discussed. (See LIC 9102)

An exit interview was conducted with Director, Gretchen Hayes.

A copy of this report was read and given via email due to printer issues to Director as well as LIC 9213 (Notice of Site Visit form.) LIC 9213 is required to be posted for 30 days.

A copy of this report will be mailed as well to the facility.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karren Starks
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/20/2025
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