Routine inspection·April 24, 2026

On 4/24/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ana Rodriguez arrived at the facility to conduct an Annual Random Inspection. LPA was greeted by Robin Murray (Teacher) and permitted to enter the facility. LPA toured the facility in accordance with the facility sketch with Robin. During the inspection, LPA observed 0 children and 1 staff. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 8am-12pm. Staffing Ration and Capacity: Facility consists of one classroom, one staff bathroom (locked), one children’s bathroom, kitchenette area, and one outdoor play area. Facility maintains an adequate teacher-child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determined basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met. Physical Plant: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed sign-in sheets completed by each parent/guardian per requirements. LPA observed individual storage for children's belongings. The children have access to water via individual water bottles filled with tap water from classroom sink. Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are operating according to Fire Marshall standards. There are three complete first aid kits in the classroom. Two trash cans with tight-fitting lids were observed. There is a hamster and baby chicks. Hamster cage is cleaned weekly and chicks cage is cleaned bi-weekly by Teacher. Napping: The facility is not required to provide napping. However, if a child wants to nap the facility will provide napping material for the child to nap in the reading area on carpet. Kitchen: There is a mini kitchenette in the classroom. Equipped with a refrigerator/freezer, and microwave oven. There is no food program for the preschool. The facility provides morning snacks. Allergy lists are posted on refrigerator and in their child file. Teacher states there is 1 child that has a shrimp allergy and an epi-pen is locked up in upper right cabinet to the right of the sink. Both staff are trained in using the Epi-Pen. Chemicals, soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds, or similar substances are stored separately from food located in the staff bathroom/storage area that is inaccessible to the children. LPA observed a food preparation area kept clean. There is a menu observed for snack time. Daily activity schedule is posted showing snack times, and specific activities. Fire Extinguisher: Emergency Drills are conducted at least every six months, and the last drill was conducted on 4/20/26. The fire extinguishers (3A40BC) are reading in green and meets the Fire Marshall Codes and Standards (last serviced 11/2025). Bathroom: Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair. Boys and Girls share bathroom that is monitored by staff. The bathroom has 1 sink and 1 toilet. The sink and toilet work properly. The bathroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap, and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked with toiletries, and sanitized by on-site staff. Children have a pair of extra clothes due to potty training needs. Medication: LPA did observe a medication policy. The facility teachers do not pass out medication. Currently no children are on medication. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive for wellness check. Isolation area is in the library area of classroom away from the rest of the children. Transportation: The facility does not provide transportation for the children. Lead Testing/Drinking Water : LPA observed copy of lead testing in the facility file. Outdoor Activity Space: Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. The play yard has two sections, one with water table and toys, second area has large play yard equipment and sand play area. There are two tables for children, five shaded areas, there are several tricycles. The facility will continue to provide 100% supervision when outside in the playground. Children are provided water for their individual drinking bottles. There is adequate shaded area for rest with the large trees. The playground is well-fenced (chain link), around and no bodies of water were observed in the outdoor play area. Records/Documentation: LPAs reviewed with facility representative the LIC 311A, records to be maintained at the facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and parent board. Child files are in compliance. Staff file are in compliance. Parent board is in compliance. The following general information was discussed during this inspection: -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 (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 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 ) -LPA 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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representativeof 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. -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 . No deficiencies are being cited at this time, the facility complies with Title 22 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 Robin Murray.