Routine inspection·April 30, 2025

On 04/30/25 at 8:22 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mario Caro arrived unannounced for an annual required inspection and met with Director Tessa Clemens. Present for the inspection were 41 preschool aged children in care and 7 additional staff. The entire center was inspected for a health and safety check. Operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises. Indoor space: 3 classrooms, napping area, 2 restrooms, and outdoor play yard were inspected. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. The facility provides snacks for the children, menus were appropriately posted. Trash cans for solid waste didn't have tight-fitting covers on but were in good repair. A technical violation was issued. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher (2A-10-BC), Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors are built in to the facility and were last tested 08/2024. Last disaster drill was conducted on 12/17/24 and was properly logged. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. There are no bodies of water accessible to children in care in or around the center. There are no firearms in the facility. REPORT CONTINUES ON 809C. Outdoor Space: Outdoor playgrounds were inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. LPA observed 1 swing attached to a tree that LPA observed to be stable and safe, multiple climbing structures and age appropriate toys and material for children. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. File Review: Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of Children and Staff files was taken for review. All files contained required documents. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid present at the facility during inspection. Children's Roster was reviewed, and a copy obtained. On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. REPORT CONTINUES ON 809C. 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/ ction-process . In the areas that were evaluated, No regulatory violations were observed. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Tessa Clemens. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.