Routine inspection·April 16, 2026

On April 16, 2026, at 1:10 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with the facility representative, Blanca Neumann. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection, and the facility was toured both indoors and outdoors to conduct a health and safety inspection. There were 33 preschool-age children present during the inspection, along with eight (8) staff members. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and serves children ages 2 to 6 years. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained the required clearance or exemption and are properly associated with the facility. LPA conducted a census of the children, and the count matched the 33 electronic signatures recorded in the Hubbe App sign-in system. At approximately 1:40 PM, LPA reviewed five (5) children’s files. Each file contained the required documentation, including Personal Rights, Parent’s Rights, Medical Consent forms, and Identification and Emergency Information. At approximately 2:20 PM, LPA reviewed six (6) staff files. All files contained the required Health Screening and Employee Rights forms. At least one staff member present during opening and closing hours holds a current CPR and First Aid certification. Fire and disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, with the most recent fire drill completed on February 26, 2026. LPA tested the center’s carbon monoxide detector and found it to be functioning properly. The facility is equipped with hardwired smoke detectors that notify the fire department when activated. According to the facility representative, the smoke detectors are fully functional and routinely serviced. The center also maintains a working telephone, first aid kits, emergency backpacks, and multiple fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers that meet State Fire Marshal standards. At approximately 3:00 PM, LPA inspected the two (2) classrooms and observed appropriate teacher-to-child ratios. The classrooms are arranged to allow children to explore various learning areas, with adequate play and educational materials available. Floors were clean, and furniture was appropriately sized for preschool-aged children. Play equipment was age-appropriate and in good repair. Each child has designated storage space, and cubbies are labeled with individual names. The center’s designated isolation area for ill children is the director’s office, which is located away from other children in care. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area. See LIC 809-C. LPA Observation During Inspection: At approximately 1:15 PM, LPA observed children napping in both preschool classrooms with the lights turned off. There were three to four additional staff members positioned throughout the classrooms, actively supervising the children during naptime. The facility provides snacks and lunch for children in care, and weekly menus are posted on-site. LPA observed the food preparation and storage areas, including the refrigerators, and found them to be clean and free of evidence of rodents. LPA reminded the facility representative that all individuals involved in food preparation and service must adhere to proper personal hygiene and food sanitation practices to prevent contamination. The kitchen areas are secured with gates to prevent children from accessing these areas. At approximately 3:30 PM, LPA inspected the staff bathroom and was informed by the facility representative that it is separate from the children’s bathrooms. The children’s bathrooms are located inside both preschool classrooms. LPA flushed all toilets to verify they were in proper working condition and ran the water in each faucet to ensure the temperature did not become excessively hot for children in care. Adequate bathroom supplies, including soap and paper towels, were available for use. 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/ . LPA reminded the facility representative that a refrigerator shall be used to store any medications that requires refrigeration. The center is equipped with fully stocked first aid kits that are available in the classrooms. At approximately 3:45 PM, LPA toured the multiple outdoor playground areas. LPA observed play equipment, including a play structure with a slide that is securely anchored to the ground and equipped with cushioning underneath to absorb falls. Trees and canopies provide adequate shade for children during outdoor play. The play equipment is age-appropriate and in good repair, and includes a basketball court, easels, balls, cones, digging tools, water play equipment, buckets, benches, crawling tunnels, chairs, tables, and building blocks. The outdoor play areas are fully fenced and free of defects or hazardous conditions. See 809-C. California Law requires Child Care Centers 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 by phone, fax, or electronic mail. The facility representative was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . The facility representative 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. The facility representative 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. No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the facility representative, Blanca Neumann.