Routine inspection·July 17, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Canela arrived unannounced on 07/17/2025 at Kindercare Learning Center – Day Care Center for the purpose of conducting an Annual/Required inspection. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by a Teacher, Ms. Claudine. Director Pamela Souza, who has livescan fingerprint clearance, was assisting in the infant (toddler) group in the playground outside. Present during today’s inspection were: 5 teachers and 1 aide, 11 school age, 11 pre-schoolers, 24 pre-kindergarten, total 11 infants (under 24 months). Facility hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00pm. Physical Inspection : The LPA toured the facility with Director Pamela Souza. Director stated there are no weapons or firearms in the facility. LPA did not observed any bodies of water on the premises. There is a working telephone available. Director and staff understand smoking is prohibited on the premises. There are fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers observed in each classroom and a pull-down fire alarm. The indoor and outdoor activity space for the pre-school program is physically separate from the school-age component. The toilets and sinks were observed to be in operable condition. The kitchen/food preparation and storage areas were observed. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Menus are posted and visible for parents to review. Outdoor activity space was observed to be free of hazards. Climbing equipment is properly anchored to the ground with adequate and appropriate cushioning material to absorb falls. Facility does not provide transportation for children during the summer when school is not in session; Director understands children cannot be left unattended in parked vehicles. Report continued on LIC 809-C Page 2 of 4 Record Review : LPA reviewed a sample of staff and children's files. The facility roster was reviewed. Required postings were observed near the hallway. Disaster Drill was conducted on 06/18/2025; Fire Drill was conducted 06/10/2025. LPA reviewed Pediatric First Aid/CPR AED records. Staff have current Mandated Reporter Training. LPA reviewed staff's immunization records. LPA verified staff have required Livescan Criminal Record Clearances. LPA discussed with Director requirement that the facility shall operate within the limitations and capacity of a Child Care Center with regards to ratios. Director understands children's personal rights should not be violated and no corporal punishment. Isolation of sick children, supervision of children, capacity options, transportation of children, requirements for reporting suspected child abuse, unusual incidents/injuries and requirements for assistant/substitute were also discussed. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) 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-care-centers/ . Report continued on LIC 809-C Page 3 of 4 LPA discussed the following with Director: Safe Sleep Regulations were discussed. Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage provided: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep Recalled Infant Devices can be checked on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ Licensee was informed to register all infant devices with the CPSC to ensure notification of any recalls on purchased equipment. Mandated Reporter Training : Any person who works in a child care facility shall complete and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption: Licensee understands all adults 18 and over residing, living in, or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum per day, per individual, for a maximum of 5 days will be assessed for violation of regulation for uncleared individuals residing or being present in the facility. MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes: Website was provided for Licensee; a consumer education website which helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Megan’s Law – Family Child Care Homes. Licensee confirmed there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and the RSO profile was completed. Report continued on LIC 809-C... Page 4 of 4 The following deficiencies was observed during today's inspection: - Staff (S1), an Aide, was supervising a pre-k classroom (pre-school discovery room according to Director) alone & without a teacher supervising. - S1 does not have current CPR/First Aid and was supervising a pre-k classroom, with 11 children, unsupervised by a teacher or staff with a current CPR/First Aid certification. - Children's files given to LPA for review were missing or had incomplete admission agreements. Facility received Technical Violation (LIC 9102 form) for the following regulation: 101238(a) Deficiencies cited (see LIC809-D page) from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Appeal Rights Provided. Exit interview conducted with Pamela Souza, Director, whose signature confirms receipt. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.