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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018836
Report Date: 10/29/2024
Date Signed: 10/29/2024 01:00:25 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/29/2024 01:00 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	ACADEMICISE INT. PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN		FACILITY NUMBER:	198018836
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	LEUNG, NELSON		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	325 E. LIVE OAK AVE.		TELEPHONE:	(626) 623-6020
CITY:	ARCADIA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91006
CAPACITY: 81	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 81	CENSUS: 66	DATE:	10/29/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	11:05 AM
MET WITH:	Calvin Lau - Assistant Director		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	01:15 PM

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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Nolan Tcheng and Mariah Aguirre conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. Upon arrival at 11:05am, LPAs met with Director Nelson Leung. At 11:15am, LPAs were led on a tour of the facility. This is a Preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms. Per licensee, there are currently 77 enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are 7:30am-6pm Monday-Friday.

Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the front of facility. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request.

At 11:15am, LPAs entered and inspected Mini Todds (2s): 17 children with 3 staff members, K1 (3s): 21 children with 3 staff members, K2 (4s): 18 children with 2 staff members, and Kinder (5-6s): 10 children with 1 staff members. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. LPAs reviewed the storage of napping equipment. Napping equipment was observed to be cots. Bedding was stacked in between the cots, not touching each other.

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. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. Drinking water was readily available indoors. At this time, the library area is used as an isolation area. A cot is available for an ill child to rest on. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.

At 11:25am, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 10/23/2024, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/29/2024

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

FACILITY NAME: ACADEMICISE INT. PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018836
	VISIT DATE: 10/29/2024

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There were 5 available restrooms for the children in care to use. Two restrooms in between K1 and K2 that they share, one restroom in the Mini Todds, and two restrooms in the Kinder room. All toilets, hand washing, and bathing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly.

All food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. This facility provides lunch, AM snack, and PM snack.

At 11:30am, LPAs reviewed the outdoor play area. Outdoor playground equipment is in 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is one outside play space has a play structure, bike path, play houses, and age appropriate toys and equipment. Drinking water is readily available outdoors.

Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.

At 11:45am, facility records were reviewed. 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. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. Staff files were reviewed for a health screening report and immunizations that meet regulatory requirements. Criminal Record Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence is on file. Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present are on file and were reviewed. A random sample of Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that they are complete.

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

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/29/2024

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

FACILITY NAME: ACADEMICISE INT. PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018836
	VISIT DATE: 10/29/2024

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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 not completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA provided the PIN to director and instructed them to register for the lead testing so they can have it conducted.

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/.

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.

The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Nelson Leung, at 1pm. Plan of corrections developed and Copy of Report provided.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nolan Tcheng
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/29/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 10/29/2024 01:00 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Nolan Tcheng On 10/29/2024 at 12:39 PM

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

FACILITY NAME: ACADEMICISE INT. PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018836
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 10/29/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

Lead Testing

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in ensuring that lead testing was conducted on the filtered outlets in classrooms and the kitchen, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 11/12/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director, they will register through he State Water Board and will submit proof of registration to LPA by POC date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME:

Ana Chico

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Nolan Tcheng

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/29/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/29/2024

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