complaint·October 29, 2025

Based on the records reviewed, on October 23, 2025, LPA Herrera observed that Licensee Rios cared for 9 children and was operating out ratio/capacity during the early morning hours before school age children went to school. Furthermore, LPA Herrera observed that on October 24, 2025, Licensee Rios cared for 11 children and was operating out of capacity during the early morning hours before school age children went to school. Per records reviewed, on October 29, 2025, Licensee Rios cared for 10 children and was operating out of capacity during the early morning hours before school age children went to school. Interviews obtained confirmed that Licensee Rios did not have an assistant present during the above referenced dates during the early morning hours before school age children went to school. Based on interviews, pertinent information obtained and reviewed during the course of the investigation, it was determined that there is a preponderance of the evidence to prove that this facility operated beyond the terms of the license; therefore, the allegation is substantiated. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, a type B deficiency is being cited during today's inspection (see LIC 809-D). An exit interview was conducted with Licensee, Audelia Rios. Licensee Rios was provided with appeal rights. A notice of site visit (LIC 9213) was given and must remain posted for 30 days.