Routine inspection·July 23, 2025

On July 23, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Calloway made an unannounced inspection to the above facility for the purpose of conducting an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with facility representative who granted access. LPA arrived and the director was not present but arrived a short time later. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed fourteen (14) children in active play and two staff. The facility is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM full-time. Monday-Friday. There are two schedules from 9:00-12:00 PM and 9:00-3:00 PM for part time. All employees have a Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI) and Child Abuse Index Clearance and are associated to the facility. Physical Plant: There are four clean and safe classrooms, the telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. The schedule and activities were posted on the door. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with the children\342\200\231s names in each classroom. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were appropriately aged. There were activity rugs inside the room for play. Per representative, the rugs are cleaned twice a year. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water dispensers and disposable cups. The napping equipment was cots and there was enough for all children. The bedding is stored separately and per representative, the bedding is washed weekly. First Aid Kits were observed in each classroom in a cabinet. There is an Emergency Survival Kit kept in one classroom sealed. Per representative, the fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are operable. Trash cans have secure lids. The temperature inside the room was comfortable. Bathrooms: There are two toilets\342\200\231 stalls, one urinal, and two handwashing sinks that are functioning properly and appropriately aged. LPA did not observe any accessible hazards. There was soap, toilet paper, and paper towels readily available. The staff restrooms are in the hallway outside of the classroom. Kitchen: Behind the church, there is a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, freezer, two stoves, two ovens, microwave, and sink. The kitchen was clean and there were no accessible hazards observed. Representative stated the kitchen is used for the staff only. The facility provides morning and afternoon snacks, and the children bring their lunch. The menus are posted in the hallway. Representative stated milk is not provided only juice and water. There is a confidential allergy list in the lunch room area inside the cabinet. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. The chemicals and cleaning supplies are locked in the kitchen. Outside: Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and is age appropriate. LPA observed a large play structure with three slides securely anchored in the ground. There were sand and wood chips as a cushioned surface. There was a large sand area with two hobby horses, small play structure, and play house. The playground was observed to be free of debris. There is grass and concrete for active play. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water jug and disposable cups. Per representative, there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. The fencing is chain linked it was observed locked and is secure around the entire playground. There is a separate playground for bike riding that was observed with concrete and tables/benches for rest. Shade is provided by the trees and movement of the sun. Other Review: Children and staff files were reviewed. The staff did not have current mandated reporter training. The parent wall did not have the required postings. LPA only observed the Parents Rights, Representative stated the parent information is normally on the outside entry door, but the items were removed because the door is being painted as of today. Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid (expires 9/2026). Transportation is not provided. Representative stated the lead water test was conducted but was not able to provide a copy of the report. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 7/14/25 Earthquake drill was conducted: 7/14/25 Evacuation drill was conducted: 7/14/25. The Child/Parent Roster was complete with all required information. The Staff/Child ratios were observed to be compliant; the sign in/out sheets were observed outside as paper and legible. Per representative, the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in a separate room adjacent to the site supervisor's office until the parent can pick up the child. Representative stated medications are not provided. Representative stated the last fire inspection was conducted April 2025. The following was discussed with the representative: Facility representative was reminded to access the CCLD Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov . to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) were 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. For childcare 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). Or LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead Poisoning: For more information, go to the California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch\342\200\231s website at www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/clppb,or call them at (510) 620-5600. Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare 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 . 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There are deficiencies cited during this inspection and Technical Violations or See LIC 809D and LIC 9102TV pages attached to this report. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was read, a Notice of Site Visit, this report, and Appeal Rights were provided to Elizabeth Ceja, Facility Representative. A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting will result in a $100 civil penalty.