complaint·September 10, 2025

On 09/10/2025 at 1:18 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Dana Santiago and Ashley Hollinger conducted an unannounced complaint investigation and met with Director Cindy Hill. During the inspection, LPAs observed 112 preschool children in care with 13 staff. The Director reported that 143 preschool children are currently enrolled. LPAs met with Director Cindy Hill and interviewed staff and children.The finding for the above allegation was delivered during the inspection to which the complaintant alleged that “Staff provides expired food to children”. During the investigation, the LPAs toured the kitchen where the dry foods, milk, and juice are stored. LPAs also observed that the expired cereal was served to child in care. The preponderance of evidence standards have been met, therefore the allegation that staff provides expired food to children is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A site visit notice must be posted for 30 days. Report has been provided and exit interview was conducted with Cindy Hill.