434417122-9-20-2023-07-CC-MSMS-CVUTAU-20230920143406

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434417122
Report Date: 09/20/2023
Date Signed: 09/20/2023 02:34:13 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/20/2023 02:34 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
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	STRATFORD SCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	434417122
ADMINISTRATOR:	CHERYL DAMATO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	220 BELGATOS ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(408) 458-9665
CITY:	LOS GATOS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95032
CAPACITY: 48	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	09/20/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Barbara Graves & Cheryl Damato		TIME COMPLETED:	03:00 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	Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mel Matos & Jessica Bongardt conducted an announced prelicensing inspection. LPAs met with Applicant Representative, Barbara Graves, and Cheryl Damato, Director, and explained the reason for the inspection. Purpose of today's inspection: Facility is applying for a preschool license with a capacity of 48 children in Building 2 (Rooms 1 (201) & 2 (202)) to serve children ages 2 to 5 years old. A fire clearance approval from San Jose Fire Department was granted on 8/23/23. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPAs observed the required postings at the front entrance of the Facility and in each Room. LPAs toured the Facility and measurements of the indoor and outdoor space were taken during today's inspection. The indoor and outdoor measurements are as follows: Indoor measurements: Room 1 (201): 37.000 x 33.250 = 1,230.250 minus 94.294 encumbered space = 1,135.956 Room 2 (202): 37.000 x 33.000 = 1,221.000 minus 93.920 encumbered space = 1,127.080 Total Indoor Space measurements: 1,135.956 + 1,127.080 = 2,263.036 divided by 35 = 64 Children

SUPERVISORS NAME: Diana Stephenson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Melvin S Matos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2023

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
CCLD Regional Office, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: STRATFORD SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 434417122
	VISIT DATE: 09/20/2023

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Outdoor measurements:

Playground:

47.417 x 71.583 = 3,394.251
84.417 x 97.000 = 8,188.449
70.000 x 104.000 = 7,280.000

Total Outdoor Space Measurements: 18,862.700 divided by 75 = 251 children

The Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair. The Facility has adequate lighting and heating/air conditioning in both Rooms. There are no wall heater or fireplace units in the Facility. Children will bring their lunches from home and the facility will only provide AM and PM snacks to the children. Cleaning and sanitation of dishes and utensils will be done via hand washing. Disposable utensils and plates will be utilized by the Facility. LPAs observed solid waste containers with a tight-fitting lid in both Rooms and in the playground area. Drinking water inside and outside will be provided through reusable water bottles and water dispensers.

LPAs observed 48 chairs, 8 tables, 48 cubbies, 48 hooks, 48 cots, 6 sinks, and 5 toilets. There is only cold running water in the children's sinks. Kitchen sink area in Room 2 has hot and cold running water, microwave, and refrigeration for food storage and food preparation. LPAs advised Barbara & Cheryl to keep cleaning supplies inaccessible to children in higher cupboards or securely locked lower cupboards. There are no poisons on the premises. There are enough materials, toys, and supplies for the capacity of children requested. All equipment and furniture are safe and age appropriate.

Staff have a separate staff bathroom on site (front office area) that can be utilized by sick children if necessary. Sick children will be isolated in the front office area of the Facility and isolation equipment is available. There is a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. LPAs observed a complete first aid kit in each Room. Barbara & Cheryl state that there are no weapons, such as firearms, stored on the premises.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Diana Stephenson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Melvin S Matos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2023

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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: STRATFORD SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 434417122
	VISIT DATE: 09/20/2023

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The preschool playground is adequately fenced. There is sufficient equipment, toys, and materials for the preschool children outdoors. Barbara states that the preschool playground will be shared with children from Stratford's private TK and Kindergarten programs. A waiver request along with separate class schedules was provided to LPAs during today's inspection. LPAs discussed supervision requirements of the children whenever they are in the playground area. Shaded rest areas are available throughout the playground via building overhangs, trees, and canopy. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. Areas around the age appropriate & secure play structure and slide have resilient material (wood chips). LPAs observed a portion of the cemented pathway surrounding the playground that has broken concrete and requires repair. Transportation will not be provided by the Facility. The Facility has a working telephone: 408-458-9665.

LPAs reviewed the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

Barbara states that the Facility plans on administering medication to the children and providing Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

Barbara Graves, Applicant Representative, and Cheryl Damato, Director, was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Diana Stephenson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Melvin S Matos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2023

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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, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: STRATFORD SCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 434417122
	VISIT DATE: 09/20/2023

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Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

LPAs reminded Barbara & Cheryl were reminded that the Facility water needs to be tested for lead contamination levels within 180 days of licensure and every five years after the date of the initial test.

Barbara Graves, Applicant Representative, and Cheryl Damato, Director, was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Barbara Graves, Applicant Representative, and Cheryl Damato, Director.

LPAs advised Barbara & Cheryl that a preschool license for 48 preschool children is approved effective today, September 20, 2023.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Diana Stephenson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Melvin S Matos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 09/20/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/20/2023

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