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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197401106
Report Date: 05/29/2024
Date Signed: 05/29/2024 02:50:43 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/29/2024 02:50 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197401106
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		ANNE E GRUNBOKFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:26330 N. FRIENDLY VALLEY PKWY.TELEPHONE:
(661) 251-4469
CITY:SANTA CLARITASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91321
CAPACITY: 71TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 71CENSUS: 50DATE:
05/29/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:02 AM
MET WITH:Nancy Anne Grunbok, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:04 PM
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On 5/29/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Isabel Ortega met with Director Nancy Grunbok and conducted an Annual Random Inspection. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During inspection LPA observed 50 children in care and seven staff providing care and supervision. Facility operates in 3 classrooms.

An isolation area was inspected, which takes place in front of the office. Children have the option for rest time and quiet time if needed mats are provided. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flush properly; Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked of toiletries, disinfected, and sanitized daily by staff.

The furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and AC ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed individual storage for children's belongings. The classroom consists of filtered water in a water jug container for indoor and outdoor use. Children are provided with individual disposable cups for indoor and outdoors.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/29/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/29/2024
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197401106
VISIT DATE: 05/29/2024
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Facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Facility provides morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snacks for children enrolled.

Facility has all the required posted documents: Facility License, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist.

First Aid supplies, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide were observed to be operating properly. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green, serviced on 3/22/2024 (yellow tag observed) and meets the Fire Marshal codes and standards. Trash cans with tight lids were observed. Food was inspected, and it was properly

labeled, stored, and within expiration date. Refrigerator is clean and operating at the proper temperature. A refrigerator is adequately equipped, clean, and free from hazards. There is hot running water in the kitchen area.

Cleaning supplies are out of reach of children.

Emergency Drills are conducted every sixth month last drill was conducted and documented on 4/05/2024 at 10:00 a.m. Food allergies are noted and are posted in the food preparation area and in each classroom.

The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. Facility has a newly installed play equipment with approved cushioning safety material.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197401106
VISIT DATE: 05/29/2024
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During outdoor play children are provided with filtered water in a water jug container (disposable cups are available). The water was tested for lead and children are provided with non-contaminated water. There is adequate shade area for rest. There are two playgrounds for children. The playgrounds are well fenced all around, and no bodies of water observed in the outdoor play area.

The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms. The snack and lunch menu are posted in the main office and parents may request a tangible copy upon request.

Children's records were reviewed for completeness. Health History, Emergency contact and Medical Exams; Immunization Records are all in the children's file. The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number.

Directors and teachers are currently certified in First Aid CPR AED which does not expire until 09/01/2025. LPA informed Director CPR is not the correct required CPR and shall be Pediatric First Aid and CPR and/or EMMSA approved with sticker(a technical violation was given). Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training is dated 04/06/2024.

The following Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197401106
VISIT DATE: 05/29/2024
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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/.
All staff are required to take the Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Upon hired date all staff are required to be immunized and show proof of immunization records according to Title 22 regulations.

Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com. According to facility documentation all staff are aware they are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot line at (800) 540-4000.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197401106
VISIT DATE: 05/29/2024
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For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

For updates on Community Care Licensing please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
https://ccld.childcarevideos.org/

Per Title 22 Regulations facility is complying with rules and regulation, and no deficiencies will be issued today(advisories were provided as a form of prevention). An exit Interview was conducted with Director. A copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit and appeal rights were provided on this day.

A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years. The Notice of site visit shall be visibly posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/29/2024
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