complaint·April 29, 2025

The incident was observed by staff, which was previously documented and addressed. Although staff reported that there was no inappropriate behavior between child #1 and child #2, staff disclosed that child #2 had exhibited previous inappropriate behaviors unrelated to the alleged incident. Per records reviewed both children were enrolled in the same classroom, however, through evidence obtained it wasn’t clear whether the alleged incident occurred or if the alleged incident occurred while in the facility. Based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, the investigation could not reveal that the allegation of a lack of supervision resulted in inappropriate interactions between day care children occurred. Therefore, although allegation above may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to provide the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. Regarding the allegation that, staff are not following reporting requirements, it was revealed that the allegation was found to be unsubstantiated . During the investigation, LPA Herrera conducted interviews, and also obtained and reviewed facility records. Evidence obtained revealed that on 03/10/2025, child #3 hit child #1 with a toy that caused child #1 to sustain an injury to their nose that did not require medical attention. Through interviews and evidence obtained it was revealed that the incident was documented by staff, however it was not reported to management before the child was picked up. Per interviews and evidence obtained the incident occurred at 3:15pm and the child was picked up at approximately 4:18pm. Per records reviewed staff ended their shift at approximately 4:14pm therefore staff was unable to discuss and review the incident report with the authorized representative during pick up time. Although, during interviews it was revealed that another staff member made the authorized representative aware of the incident report that was documented, the report was not reviewed with the authorized representative; therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegations is UNSUBSTANTIATED . Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1 no deficiency is cited during today's visit. An exit interview conducted with Interim Director, Vivian Hernandez. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided and discussed with Interim Director, Vivian Hernandez. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.