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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198015819
Report Date: 01/16/2025
Date Signed: 01/16/2025 01:26:24 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/16/2025 01:26 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:SANTA FE KIDS COMPANY OF CALIFORNIAFACILITY NUMBER:
198015819
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
CINDY SINSUNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:11304 WASHINGTON BLVD.TELEPHONE:
(562) 695-8872
CITY:WHITTIERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90606
CAPACITY: 131TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 128CENSUS: 91DATE:
01/16/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Director, Cindy SinsunTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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On 1/16/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced annual/random inspection. A Covid risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Director, Cindy Sinsun, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which is currently licensed for a capacity of 131 children and operates Monday – Friday from 6:15 am – 6:30 pm. Per Director there are 128 children enrolled.

Census was taken upon arrival and the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 1 (TK/K): 3 Staff with 26 children; Room 2 (2-year-olds): 3 Staff with 23 children; Room 3 (3-year-olds): 3 Staff with 26 children and Room 4 (4-year-olds): 2 Staff with 16 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. LPA confirmed all individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance. All children were observed by LPA to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected and the following was observed:

All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that furniture and equipment are age-appropriate and in good repair, and the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Napping equipment including cots

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/16/2025
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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SANTA FE KIDS COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198015819
VISIT DATE: 01/16/2025
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and bedding were inspected for good condition and appropriate storage. Per Director, bedding is provided and washed weekly by the facility. Per Director, children bring water bottles from home and refill the cups at any time from a bottled water dispenser located in each classroom. Paper cups are provided by the facility if children do not bring a water bottle from home. Children are allowed to drink freely at any time.

LPA observed toys and materials for children in the classrooms. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in restrooms used by children.

Per Director, the office is used as an isolation area and ill children use the staff restroom located in the office. Per Director, staff provide 100% supervision when ill child is using the isolation room and/or restroom, and parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted.

Food menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All kitchen, food preparation, and food storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents, and other vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately.

All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director states that there are no poisons or firearms on the premises, and none were observed on this day. First aid kits were available in each classroom.

Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Per Director, the facility has their own land line.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SANTA FE KIDS COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198015819
VISIT DATE: 01/16/2025
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LPA observed the facility to have operable carbon monoxide and smoke detectors on this day.

The facility has an outdoor play area that is fully fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is adequate shade in the play yard. There are toys, play equipment and materials observed for children outside on playground. Per Director, children’s water bottles are filled and brought outside each time the classroom goes outdoors.

LPA reviewed facility roster and Disaster Drill log. Last drill was conducted on 12/11/24. LPA observed all required posted forms to be posted in the office.

Staff Records and Children’s Records were reviewed. LPA observed children’s files reviewed to be complete. Inspection of required forms were made. Children’s files reviewed contain information including, but not limited to the following: name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. LPA reviewed staff files. LPA observed staff files reviewed to have current Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207), and staff immunization records (Influenza, Measles, and Pertussis). LPA observed at least one person present during the inspection to be trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

LPA advised the facility representative to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SANTA FE KIDS COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198015819
VISIT DATE: 01/16/2025
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At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

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- process.

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.

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. 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. PIN 22- 05-CCP

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SANTA FE KIDS COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198015819
VISIT DATE: 01/16/2025
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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/.

Facility representative 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.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Cindy Sinsun.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli Babcock
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/16/2025
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