Routine inspection·January 12, 2026

On January 12, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Payenda Seddiqi and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) met with the facility representative Laura Esparza for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. LPA and LPM toured the facility at which time a census of 39 preschool children supervised by 6 staff members were observed. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 06:30 AM to 06:00 PM. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service area, and outdoor play areas. LPA observed all postings. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in sanitary and operating condition. There are bins for solid waste. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a fire extinguisher. Nap equipment was stored appropriately with bedding separated. LPA observed a current roster, documentation of sign in and sign outs, and documentation that facility is conducting emergency disaster drills at least every 6 months. Per record the last fire drill was conducted on 10/30/2025. Children have access to water indoors and outdoors by bringing water bottles which are refilled. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition, with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. (Report continues 809-C) LPA and LPM reviewed present staff files. Review of staff files indicated Pediatric CPR and First Aid training was completed, but did not have the required EMSA stickers certifying the training. LPA and LPM observed immunization records and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience of staff. Upon review, all staff members had current mandated reporter trainings. LPA and LPM advised AB 1207 Mandated Reporter training must be renewed every two years and can be renewed at www.mandatedreporterca.com . A sample of 7 children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment, health history, a record of immunization’s, and notifications of personal and parent’s rights. 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. 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 for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the facility representative shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP.). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information ( https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information ) . (Report continues 809-C) LPA and LPM discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22- 02-CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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. 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 . Based on today’s inspection, one "B" type Title 22 deficiency is being cited on the 809D for staff members not having current EMSA-approved CPR/First Aid training certificates with stickers. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Laura Esparza.