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LITTLE SPROUTS LEARNING CENTER
License #093627375 · El Dorado, CA
Pre-licensing visit · February 3, 2026
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What the inspector wrote
Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alecia Sifuentes and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ye Vang met with Applicant/Director Jacklyn Todd for the purpose of a change of ownership prelicensing inspection. Applicant requests a preschool component for 38 preschool children ages 2-6 years. The program currently operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The fire clearance was granted and received on 1/15/2026. Parents will provide all meals.
LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311A, Records to be Maintained at the Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant.
INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:
There is one large preschool classroom with an additional nap room. LPA observed small gates separating the large space. Applicant stated that the gates may be removed. LPA informed Applicant that the gates are not required if the applicant is only applying for one component. LPA observed a sufficient amount of equipment, toys, tables, chairs, cubbies, and napping cots. There is a first aid kit located in the office, bathroom, and yard. Medications will be stored in the staff kitchen. LPA observed cleaning disinfectants are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Applicant stated there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Applicant stated there will be a water dispenser and cups available in the classroom. LPA observed a dual smoke and carbon monoxide detector in the classroom. LPA observed both an electronic and paper sign-in/sign-out system.
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LPA measured the preschool classroom and nap area. The total classroom space contains a total of 1,989 square feet, which will accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 38 preschool children. LPA observed three sinks and three toilets located in the children's bathroom and one additional sink located on the yard. There is a separate private restroom for the staff located next to the kitchen. Individual measurements are recorded on the Capacity Worksheet (LIC 9024). Children who become ill during the day will be isolated in the office and will use the staff restroom, if necessary.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:
There is one preschool outdoor area on the property. The outdoor play area is fenced with a chain link fence that is at least four feet tall. LPA observed a play structure on the preschool yard which includes a safety label, which designated use for children 3 to 12 years. LPA observed a sufficient amount of equipment and toys. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are shaded areas supplied by a gazebo located in the grass area and trees. Applicant stated there are additional shade sails available.
LPA measured the preschool outdoor activity space. The outdoor play area contains a total of 6,102 square feet, which will accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 38 preschool children. Individual measurements are recorded on the Capacity Worksheet (LIC 9024).
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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, available at:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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LPA discussed the following: 100% supervision is required at all times; personal rights; inspection authority; reporting requirements; staff to children ratios and capacity; staff qualifications; and maintaining buildings and grounds. LPA discussed with Applicant any changes that may occur regarding the director or an employee acting in the director's absence must be reported to department within 10 working days.
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Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.
Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.
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 (used for drinking and food preparation) 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 licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP.). LPA referred applicant 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
). Applicant stated that no faucets are used for water consumption. Applicant has a water delivery service.
Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters, and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/communitycare-licensing/subscribe
and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.
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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
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Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Applicant/Director, Jacklyn Todd.
Effective today, 2/3/2026, the facility is approved for 38 preschool children.