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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HARRIET TUBMAN PRESCHOOLLicense 1912048622 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On May 14, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Director, Willie Mae Johnson and teacher Maya House who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program that operates Monday to Friday from 8AM to 5PM. During the inspection, LPA observed 2 children in care with 1 staff member. Per director, there are 9 children enrolled. The facility also operate a private school from grades Kindergarten to 2nd grade. Per director the preschool operates downstairs and the private school operates upstairs. LPA informed director, that the two programs need to operate separately at all times. The following classrooms were inspected: Preschool Classroom: 6 children with 1 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. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Per teacher, the isolation area for children is located in the corner of the classroom. The classroom furniture and equipment was 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 toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. LPA observed napping equipment in the classroom. Napping equipment provided are cots. Per teacher, blankets and sheets are sent home weekly. The facility provides snacks to children in care. The kitchen was observed the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be stored away from the food. LPA informed the director and teacher to ensure the kitchen is clean without any trash/debris and ensure that the snacks are closed appropriately to ensure freshness and prevent any insect, bugs, rodents. LPA observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 05/06/26. 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA reviewed staff records, staff files were not complete. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the director. The director and staff do currently have immunization documentation. Children files were reviewed and not found to be complete. 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) 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/ . CCC HAS PROVIDED A WRITTEN ATTESTATION OF TESTING EXEMPTION : 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 licensee [or 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 advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Director 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. Director 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. During the exit interview, the director, Willie May Johnson, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 . The facility is being cited 4 Type B deficiencies in accordance with Title 22 Regulations, see LIC809D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Willie May Johnson.

Citations

4 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

  • 1596.799(b)Type B
  • 1596.799(c)Type B
  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

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What happened during the May 14, 2026 inspection of HARRIET TUBMAN PRESCHOOL?

This was an inspection of HARRIET TUBMAN PRESCHOOL on May 14, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HARRIET TUBMAN PRESCHOOL on May 14, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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