Routine inspection·March 12, 2025

On March 12, 2025, at 1:00PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorraine Dacanay Breaux conducted an Unannounced Annual Required Inspection . LPA met with Director, Nicole Custino, also present at the time of the inspection were 10 additional staff and 31 children in care. The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety inspection. The facility currently operates 6:30am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday in 3 classrooms. This facility has an preschool license #013421388. Classrooms: All 3 classrooms were inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed the cleanliness of floors & surfaces, the presence of a fully functional carbon monoxide detector (kitchen), smoke detector/fire alarms, and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher that is accessible throughout the facility. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first-aid kit and available in the classrooms. LPA inspected the napping equipment and observed them to be stored in a healthful manner. Director stated that the facility does not provide transportation. Food Service Areas: All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, & free from hazardous materials. Snack/lunch menu is posted one week in advance, available for review, & dated. Solid waste bins are equipped with tight fitting lid. Bathrooms: Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Toilets and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks, toilets, and supplies. The diaper changing tables is in arm reach of the sinks. Outdoor Play Area: The playground outside is fully fenced and all equipment and surfaces were inspected. There are no bodies of water, or free-standing water accessible to children. Director confirmed there are no pools/bodies of water. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. The play structure is securely installed into the ground. The ground surrounding the play structure is sufficiently padded and in good condition for safety. There is trees and canopies to provide shade. Page 1 of 3 ***Continued on LIC 809-C*** Records: At 3:10PM, LPA requested and reviewed children and personnel files. All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed 6 children’s files and 6 staff files. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel report. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Mandated Reporter certificates were reviewed. Director was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certificates every two years. Sign in and out procedure was reviewed and discussed facility uses ProCare App.. Emergency Drills are recorded and performed at least every six months last one was conducted on 2/28/2025. Per director, there are no firearms on the premises. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area. Criminal Record Clearance : 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. Lead Testing: 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Posted for public reviewed. Unusual Incident/Student Injury Report: Effective August 1, 2003 California Law requires Child Care Licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child’s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within 7 business days. Page 2 of 3 ***Continued on LIC 809-C*** Incidental Medical Services (IMS): Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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 Per director no medication is being administered at this time. MyChildCarePlan.org: Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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. CCLD Inspection Process: 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 . There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director, Nicole Custino. Page 3 of 3 ***END OF REPORT***