Noe Valley Kids

HSC 1597.16(a)(1) · Type B

(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: Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not testing for lead water before the due date of January 1st 2023 which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Facility tested for lead on 10/20/2023.

ALLEGATION(S): -Staff is forcing infant on long distance walks while in care. -Staff leave children unattended. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On August 14, 2023., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van conducted an unannounced inspection to finalize this complaint and deliver the findings to the Center. LPA met with the Site Supervisor, X.P.Q. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and entry to the Center was granted. Eight staff supervised 27 children today, 12 toddlers aged 18 – 36 months and 15 infants under 24 months. The teachers and children ratio were met. During the inspection, the Center operation personnel, S.T., arrived. As part of the investigation, LPA interviewed staff members, conducted surveillance visits at Noe Vally Court Park, and reviewed the facility admission agreement/parent handbook. Based on the information obtained on the date in question, the police were contacted. A wellness check by the police officers determined that the child was physically unharmed and had no sign of abuse. Per the staff involved, the police officers also offered to give the staff and the children a ride back to the facility. The reporting party was asked to confirm the event, but LPA never received a response. Based on the record review, parents know that the facility utilizes the public parks for outdoor space usage. In addition, parents need to complete a field trip consent acknowledgment, and the facility also informs parents of each upcoming field trip. Parents are invited to go on these trips to provide increased supervision and adult/child ratios. The Department has investigated the above allegations. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegations are Unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted with the Site Supervisor. A copy of the report was provided to the Site Supervisor after the inspection. LPA informed the Site Supervisor that the site visit notice must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101170(e)(2) · Type B

101170 Criminal Record Clearance (e)All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility:(2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 101170(f) or This evidence is not met, as evidenced by records review, Licensee failed to ensure all employees had a criminal record clearance associated to the facility prior to employment, posing an immediate health and safety risk to children in care. The review of the staff file confirmed that four staff did not have a criminal record clearance. $100 CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED for each staff.

CCR 101175(b)(1) · Type B

101175 Waivers and Exceptions for Program Flexibility (b) The Department has the authority to approve the use of alternate concepts, programs, services, procedures, techniques, equipment, space, personnel qualifications or staffing ratios, or the conduct of experimental or demonstration projects, under the following circumstances: (1) Such alternatives shall be carried out with provisions for safe and adequate services, and shall in no instance be detrimental to the health and safety of any child in care. Based on observation and interview, the facility did not comply with the Departmental-issued outdoor waiver, a ratio of one teacher to two children in a public park. LPAs observed 21 children and only 6 teachers. The facility did not adhere to the waiver, which poses potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to children in care

Request Denied

ALLEGATION(S): -Child sustained injury while in care -Facility staff allowed child to play on unsafe play structure INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van conducted an unannounced inspection to finalize this complaint and delivery the findings to the Center. LPA met with the Lead Teacher, C.M.T. The Site Director was not present. The owner, M.P. arrived during the visit. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and entry to the Center was granted. Six teachers supervised 17 children today. The teachers and children ratio was met. As part of the investigation, LPA interviewed parents of children attending the Center and staff members; Conducted several surveillance visits at Noe Vally Court Park, including random interviews of parents at the Park who allegedly had knowledge of children playing on an unappropriate-age play structure, which resulted in a child sustained injury. Based on interviews, there was conflicting information on whether the child was from Noe Valley Kids Preschool, and the location where the child fell was not consistent. In addition, staff members denied any child fell at the Noe Valley Court Park. Staff members' Declaration was reviewed and obtained. Parents confirmed that the Center promptly informed them of any injury/accidental fall of their child when it occurred, and they were aware the Center utilized the Noe Valley Court Park. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegations are Unsubstantiated. An exit inspection was conducted with the Owner. A copy of the report was provided to the Owner at the conclusion of the inspection. LPA informed the Owner that the site visit notice must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: