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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198008421
Report Date: 03/05/2025
Date Signed: 03/05/2025 03:10:42 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/05/2025 03:10 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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	MAPLE AVE. AFTER SCHOOL EDUCATION CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	198008421
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	IRENE LOPEZ		FACILITY TYPE:	840
ADDRESS:	320 N. MAPLE AVE.		TELEPHONE:	(323) 724-3939
CITY:	MONTEBELLO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90640
CAPACITY: 25	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 16	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	03/05/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	01:05 PM
MET WITH:	Irene Lopez		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:25 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility on 03/05/25 at 01:05 p.m. LPA met with director Irene Lopez who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is an after-school program offered to school-age children. Hours of operation are from 7:00 a.m. - 05:30 p.m. Per Director, children are in the facility from 7:00 am- 8:00 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. - 05:30 p.m. There were 12 children present during this inspection. Per the director, there are 16 children enrolled. There is a waiver on file for school age and preschool programs to share the playground on a staggered schedule.

All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. The facility is licensed for the first and second floor; however, children are only using the first floor. The second floor is available if needed. There were 12 children and 01 staff present.

LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. Indoor classroom was inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors and outdoors. LPA observed a water jug with disposable cups readily available. Staff take a water jug with disposable cups outdoors. LPA observed all children have their own personal desk with an area to store their personal belongings. At this time, the "teacher’s desk" is used as an isolation area. A cot is available for an ill child to rest on. Children’s bathroom is safe and in sanitary conditions. LPA observed the non-slip mat leading to the playground is torn. LPA advised the director to replace the non-slip mat. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/05/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MAPLE AVE. AFTER SCHOOL EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008421
	VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025

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LPA observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the entrance of the facility. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. Facility provides snacks. Facility does not have a kitchen, or a sink used for food preparation or consumption. The facility uses the kitchen located in the preschool building license #191594282 which has been tested for lead and has no lead exceedance. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.

First Aid supplies are available. LPA observed a current Emergency disaster drill. Last drill documented was on 01/23/25. LPA observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector.

LPA took a tour of the outdoor play area and inspected the outdoor play equipment for any sharp, lose or pointed parts. LPA observed the outdoor area to have adequate shade, age-appropriate toys, equipment, and materials for children. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. LPA advised the director to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA observed all children were signed. Children’s roster was reviewed.

Children’s records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA observed all children’s files are complete.

Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that appropriate documentation of education credits is on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. LPA observed the director’s Mandated Reporter Training expires on 03/11/26 and Pediatric CPR/FA expires on 05/2025.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the director.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/05/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MAPLE AVE. AFTER SCHOOL EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008421
	VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025

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AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

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/.

Director 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.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-proces.

Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES:
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/05/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MAPLE AVE. AFTER SCHOOL EDUCATION CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 198008421
	VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025

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For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP).

At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no deficiencies being issued today.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director Irene Lopez.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-Garza
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/05/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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