Routine inspection·June 12, 2025

On June 12, 2025 at 8:40 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Director, Patricia Chambers who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program with a toddler component that operates Monday – Friday from 7:00 am – 6:00 pm. Per Director, there are 12 toddlers, and 42 preschool children enrolled in the program with a total of 54 children. LPA observed 10 toddlers and 34 preschool children in care along with 10 staff members. There is an Infant program, license # 191222458 and School age program license # 191223032 currently operating currently operating at this facility. Each program has their own play yard and classrooms. At 9:20 am, the Director guided LPA on a tour of facility. Parents enter through the front office of the school and drop off their child to their designated classroom. This Preschool program consists of 3 classrooms 104, 105, 108 one toddler room 102: 104: 9 children and 4 staff, 105: 12 children and 2 staff, 108: 13 children and 2 staff and 102: 10 children and 2 staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Napping equipment was observed in the form of cots in each classroom. Bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Per Director, all sheets for the toddler cots are washed at the facility daily and the sheets for the preschool cots are washed weekly. Blankets are taken home by parents every Friday for washing purposes. There are age-appropriate toys and supplies for children in each classroom and are in good repair. Each child was observed to have their own cubbie to store personal belongings. page 1 of 4 During tour LPA observed cleaning solutions to be on the counter next to the sinks. LPA advised director to make sure all cleaning. Director and teachers immediately placed cleaning solutions in an area inaccessible to children. Facility will receive a technical violation. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. In the toddler room (102), LPA observed a changing table with in arms reach of sink. LPA also observed running warm water from the sink faucet. LPA also observed a restroom in the toddler room for their own use. Drinking water is available in form of personal water bottles that are also taken outside when needed. The facility provides additional water which is dispensed in each classroom for children in care. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. LPA inspected the outdoor playground for preschool children and toddlers and it was observed to be fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is adequate shade in the play yard. At this time, the Main Office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately. There is also a cot available if needed. The facility provides morning and afternoon snack and lunch for children in care. LPA reminded Director, food that is brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name and stored properly or refrigerated. There is a kitchen on site where food is prepared. The kitchen area was observed to be clean, and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be away from the food. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Per Director there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following documents were posted: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. Page 2 of 4 LPA observed a functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed a fully charged 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 05/14/2025. Per Title 22, Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted at least every 6 months. LPA observed the last Emergency Disaster Drill was conducted and documented on 06/04/2025. LPA reviewed Sign in and out sheets to ensure each sign in and sign out is time stamped along with the person who sign in and out the child. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed not complete. 1 out of 8 children does not obtain a completed LIC 613A Personal Rights form for LPA to observe. Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation. Staff records were deemed not complete. 1 out of 7 staff did not obtain proof of completed Infant/Toddler course. Per staff member, staff has completed Infant/Toddler course and will provide proof to Director. LPA consulted with Director that a fully qualified teacher who has completed the Infant/Toddler course will need to replace this staff member in room 102, meanwhile proof of completed course is obtained. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is provided and was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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. Page 3 of 4 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 outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee 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. Based on the LPA’s observations and record review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility’s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to Director, Patricia Chambers. Page 4 of 4