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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304371130
Report Date: 07/26/2023
Date Signed: 07/26/2023 06:19:32 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIAFACILITY NUMBER:
304371130
ADMINISTRATOR:HATHOTUWEGAMA, NADHIRAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:1510 WEST ALMOND AVENUETELEPHONE:
(714) 634-8118
CITY:ORANGESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92868
CAPACITY: 16TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 16CENSUS: DATE:
07/26/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:45 PM
MET WITH:Office Administrator, Cosette PercyTIME COMPLETED:
06:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dianna Valdez Santana conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. Upon arrival LPA was met by Office Administrator (O.A.), Cosette Percy who provided a tour the facility inside and outside. OA informed LPA that the Director was on vacation for two weeks and would be returning on 8/3/23. The floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken inside the classroom. The overall census observed was 13 infants with 5 Staff. Facility hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

During the inspection of the indoor activity space, LPA did not observe any items which could pose a danger to children (poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, or hazardous items). All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers that are kept on and are in good repair. Bottles and containers of food brought by the infant’s authorized representative are labeled with the infant’s name and date. Infant changing tables are placed within arm’s reach of a sink. The facility has age-appropriate furniture and equipment including, but no limited to, cribs, or mats, changing table and feeding chairs. The facility has sufficient infant napping equipment that meets the requirements. A baby walker was not observed during today’s visit.

All food is provided by the children's parents. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. Page 1 of 4
SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dianna ValdezSantana
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/26/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Dianna ValdezSantana On 07/26/2023 at 04:50 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371130

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023

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:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in faciilty was not able to provide proof of the facility's water getting tested for lead which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/28/2023
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Facility will test their water for lead and submit testing results to LPA via email at Dianna.valdezsantana@dss.ca.gov
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101239.2(a)
Drinking Water
(a) Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area.

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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the faclity is not able to show prrof of water lead testing for their fixutes therefore children are potentially drinking from contaminated water fixutures which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/28/2023
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Faciilty Representative stated main water fixtures/sinks have a filter but is unaware if water has been tested for lead. Children also bring their own water bottles from home.
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:Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Dianna ValdezSantana
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2023


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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
, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371130

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.7995(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 7 staff did not have proof of required immunizations (MMR, TDAP) which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/04/2023
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Director will email LPA proof of new staff's immunizations. by POC due via email at dianna.valdezsantana@dss.ca.gov
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Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 7 staff had expired Mandated Reporter training Certificates which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/04/2023
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Director will email LPA proof of current Mandated Reporter training Certificates of 2 staff by POC due via email at dianna.valdezsantana@dss.ca.gov
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:Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Dianna ValdezSantana
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2023


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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371130
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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There is drinking water available to children indoors by water jugs and the children have their individual drinking bottles with their names labeled on it.

The children's changing tables were clean and sanitary. Children nap in cribs or on mats, and bedding is stored individually and is washed daily by facility. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. A Fire Drill was last conducted on 7/12/23. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher and fire alarm. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility.

Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection this date; 7 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for 7 staff were reviewed and 6 out of 7 were within compliance.

Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. 2 out of 7 staff did not have a current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates. Staff present inside infant program possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 10/2023.

Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 children’s files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary (LIC 700) and a medical assessment. LPA reviewed the napping log for infants up to 24 months and LIC 9227 Infant Safe Sleep Plan for infants up to 12 months. In the areas reviewed, the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Facility utilizes BrightWheel app for sign in/out and for 15-minute sleeping log.
The facility representative was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dianna ValdezSantana
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371130
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The director was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The facility representative was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dianna ValdezSantana
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371130
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf APP:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspxNIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative

Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials

· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping


· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold.
O.A. 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.
In the areas that were evaluated, 4 Type B deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 and Health and Safety Code at the time of the visit. Deficiencies observed are Lead Testing - HSC 1597.16(a)(1), Drinking Water- CCR 101239.2(a), Immunization Requirements- HSC 1596.7995(a)(1), HSC 1596.8662(b)(1). See attached LIC809D
To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative. 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.Appeal Rights and deficiency were discussed. Facility Representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. End of Report.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dianna ValdezSantana
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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