Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 06/18/25 at 1:55 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mario Caro arrived unannounced for an annual required inspection and met with acting director Lynn Pham . Present for the inspection were 13 preschoolers in care and 3 additional staff. The entire center was inspected for a health and safety check. Operating hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises.
Indoor space: 1 classroom, 1 restroom, and outdoor play yard were inspected.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. The facility provides morning breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. Menus were appropriately posted. Trash cans for solid waste have tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher (3A-40-BC), Carbon Monoxide and smoke Detectors were tested and in functioning order. Last disaster drill was conducted on 06/04/25 and was properly logged. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. There are no bodies of water accessible to children in care in or around the center. There are no firearms in the facility. Required Lead Testing for Drinking Water was reviewed the last lead testing was completed in 07/22/2023 with no exceedance detected.
On 06/18/25 at 1:55 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mario Caro arrived unannounced for an annual required inspection and met with acting director Lynn Pham . Present for the inspection were 13 preschoolers in care and 3 additional staff. The entire center was inspected for a health and safety check. Operating hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises.
Indoor space: 1 classroom, 1 restroom, and outdoor play yard were inspected.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. The facility provides morning breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. Menus were appropriately posted. Trash cans for solid waste have tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher (3A-40-BC), Carbon Monoxide and smoke Detectors were tested and in functioning order. Last disaster drill was conducted on 06/04/25 and was properly logged. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. There are no bodies of water accessible to children in care in or around the center. There are no firearms in the facility. Required Lead Testing for Drinking Water was reviewed the last lead testing was completed in 07/22/2023 with no exceedance detected.
On 06/18/25 at 1:55 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mario Caro arrived unannounced for an annual required inspection and met with acting director Lynn Pham . Present for the inspection were 13 preschoolers in care and 3 additional staff. The entire center was inspected for a health and safety check. Operating hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises.
Indoor space: 1 classroom, 1 restroom, and outdoor play yard were inspected.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. The facility provides morning breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. Menus were appropriately posted. Trash cans for solid waste have tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher (3A-40-BC), Carbon Monoxide and smoke Detectors were tested and in functioning order. Last disaster drill was conducted on 06/04/25 and was properly logged. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. There are no bodies of water accessible to children in care in or around the center. There are no firearms in the facility. Required Lead Testing for Drinking Water was reviewed the last lead testing was completed in 07/22/2023 with no exceedance detected.
Outdoor Space: Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. LPA observed toy structures and age appropriate toys and material for children. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities.
File Review: Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of Children and Staff files was taken for review. All files contained required documents. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid present at the facility during inspection. Children's Roster was reviewed, and a copy obtained.
On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided:
https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers
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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
Director 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.
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Exit interview conducted, report was reviewed with the acting director Lynn Pham. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.