Routine inspection·October 22, 2025

On October 22, 2025 at approximately 8:25 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Simerjit Kaur arrived unannounced for annual inspection . LPA met with Director Diana Gallegos. There were 11 toddlers, 42 preschool age children and 10 staff members present during the inspection. The facility was toured for a health and safety inspection. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm. This program operates out of Redwoods (Pre-K), Sequoias (Pre-K), Maples (2yrs-3yrs), Sprouts (18mon-2yrs), Mulberries (3yrs-4yrs) classrooms. There are two outdoor play grounds designated for preschool age children (back and front yard space). There is one outdoor play ground designated for toddler (located adjunct to sequoias classroom and sprouts classroom). Outdoor activity space and playground equipment observed to be safe. Climbing equipment is properly anchored to the ground with adequate and appropriate cushioning material to absorb falls. There is a shaded area provided for the children. All storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers that are in good repair. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and floors are free of tripping hazards. The toilets and sinks were safe, sanitary and in operable condition. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children were inaccessible during the visit. Facility provides AM/PM snacks and menus are posted. The kitchen/food preparation and storage areas appear to be clean and free of evidence of rodents. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Medications are inaccessible to children. There are no pools or similar bodies of water at this facility. Fire/Disaster Continue on LIC 809C Drills are conducted at least every six months, and a review of the log shows the last drill was conducted 6/4/2025. Required licensing documents were posted. Fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors meet the State Fire Marshall standards. Per director, there are no firearms in the facility. Children and staff files were reviewed, and contained required licensing documents. Teachers present today meet the qualification requirements. LPA qualified 5 teachers during the inspection. Staff have required immunizations and mandated reporter training. LPA verified both opening and closing staff have current CPR/First aid training. Sign in/out logs are maintained. A copy of the staff and children’s roster was obtained. LPA discussed the Individual Infant infant/toddler sleep logs. Per director all sleep, feeding and diaper logs are logged on daily on Brightwheel App. The director were reminded that baby bouncers, exersaucers, johnny jumpers and similar items are not allowed in licensed day care. Facility director 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 completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Continue 809 C This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . Licensee was encouraged to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and updates, and to also email childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov to be included in the Child Care Quarterly Updates distribution list. 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 . See 809 D for deficiency. Appeal rights provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted Diana Gallegos.