197750097-5-8-2024-12-CC-AALH-D53UXN-20240508155836

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750097
Report Date: 05/08/2024
Date Signed: 05/08/2024 03:58:57 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/08/2024 03:58 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:	LEARNING EXPERIENCE, THE		FACILITY NUMBER:	197750097
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	PARAG LADDHA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	24615 COPPER HILL DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(661) 904-9530
CITY:	SANTA CLARITA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91354
CAPACITY: 132	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 132	CENSUS: 111	DATE:	05/08/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	01:45 PM
MET WITH:	Director Sarah Mitchell		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	04:30 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 05/08/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alemoh met with the facility Director, Sarah Mitchell for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed 111 preschool children and 18 teachers on the premises, along with the Director. At the time of this visit multiple children were seen being picked up by their parents. The hours of operation are 6:30AM - 6:30PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. There is no body of water on the premises. Indoor/Children’s Area: The child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible(stored in the top cabinet making them out of reach to children), poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children’s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name) for his/her clothing, personal belongings and or bedding (stored separately). Storage cabinets for classrooms supplies such as paint colors, pencils and pens and was observed to be locked with a magnetic safety latch.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/08/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/08/2024

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: LEARNING EXPERIENCE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750097
	VISIT DATE: 05/08/2024

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There are changing tables in some classrooms and were observed to be clean, along with extra diapers and wet wipes. Clean microwaves and fridges were observed in some of the classrooms. Classrooms sinks were observed for hand washing with soap and paper towels. There is a working telephone.

Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors (Drinking water is available inside the center in the form of filtered water to fill up each child's water bottle). LPA observed a sufficient quantity of mats available for napping preschool children. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. There is a working Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (3A40BC).

Staff/Personnel Records: Director (qualified) qualifications were verified, Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file.

Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 04/05/2024, CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed.

Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist.

Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS.

Advisory/Other: First Aid kit/bags was observed in each classroom with supplies (thermometer) readily available. CPR/First Aid for the director expired at the time of this inspection and will be recertified however, multiple staff members on site are CPR certified. Mandated Reporter Training expires on 08/2025.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/08/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/08/2024

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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: LEARNING EXPERIENCE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750097
	VISIT DATE: 05/08/2024

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Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. Child nap on mats.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed in each classroom and are kept up to date. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current.

Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed 10 toilets and 20 sinks. LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located near the front entrance, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (Electronically and manually) available and completed daily. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises.

Napping: Children's parents provide the facility with personal sheets in each child cubby. Mats used are maintained in good condition, wiped/cleaned/disinfected (daily) weekly or when soiled, no contact with other children bedding.

Outdoor: The facility has two playground area for the preschool children. LPA observed a waiver in place to allow no more than 40 preschool children at one time. Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. Play structures were observed be secured to the floor. There is rubber matting and concrete areas for active play. The area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. There are areas for shade and rest. Preschool children have their own personal water bottles as well as disposable cups and a drinking fountain. LPA observed a storage shed for outdoor play that is master locked.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/08/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/08/2024

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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: LEARNING EXPERIENCE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750097
	VISIT DATE: 05/08/2024

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Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate.

Health Related Services: Medications inaccessible to children; all prescription and non-prescription medications have child’s name and are dated; written consent and instruction from child’s representative, a plan to document and report to child’s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan on file (if applicable).

Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission (licensing medication form- LIC9221 - also used). LPA advised the Director must administer medication, and document the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication can be brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication will be properly labeled and stored in its original container.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Currently no IMS.
LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childquanda.htm

Food Service: The facility currently does not have a food program. Meals such as AM snack, PM snack and lunch is provided. LPA inspected the kitchen where food is prepared and observed the food menu. The kitchen is off limits to preschool children.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/08/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/08/2024

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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: LEARNING EXPERIENCE, THE	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750097
	VISIT DATE: 05/08/2024

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Director advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
No deficiency. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Sarah Mitchell. This report was read and provided to Director Sarah Mitchell, along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrew Alemoh
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 05/08/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/08/2024

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