Routine inspection·February 25, 2026

On Wednesday February 25, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Veronica Solorio who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility. This is an Infant/ Toddler program that serves children ages 0-33 months and has a waiver of up to 36 months for 1 -2 children if there is a need. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:00 a.m. \342\200\223 3:45 p.m. Sign in and out temporarily takes place at the infant entrance area due to construction occurring on the school campus. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA entered the Infant classroom. LPA Garcia observed 4 infants participating in free play and 2 teachers present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA Garcia observed trash bin with tight closed lid. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored under the sink secured with a child proof lock. LPA entered the toddler classroom. LPA Garcia observed 12 toddlers during nap time asleep in cots. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA Garcia observed trash bin with tight closed lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on high walls. A observed napping equipment cots and cribs to be in good condition and stored in classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the office next to the toddler room and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. LPA observed the thermostats located in infant and toddler classrooms and temperatures to be 76 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in kitchen and door way to infant classroom and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 10/24/25. Smoke and carbon detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 2/25/26. LPd. During this visit, per site director Veronica, stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Veronica stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Site director Veronica stated the ill isolation area takes place in the Toddler room currently since it out not in use. Toddlers have 1 restroom, and the restroom is located between both classrooms. LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 1 toilet and 1 hand washing sink. LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. LPA Garcia observed 1 shed closed and locked with a key lock. LPA Garcia observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Climbing structure was observed to be labeled for children ages 6 \342\200\223 23 months, however per site director, this was a mistake by the manufacturer and there is an order to replace the plaque with the actual ages the climbing structure was built for, which is 6 \342\200\223 36 months. Site director Veronica, stated that shade will be installed. While the canopy shades have not been installed, the facility uses alternative outdoor play schedule during the summer which children go outdoors in the early morning hours. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a key lock. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs and disposable cups and individual cups are used. This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Meals and snacks are provided by an outside vendor. LPA Garcia informed Veronica Solorio that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Garcia observed water pitchers and disposable cups in the classrooms. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 12/5/22 and no lead exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 4 signatures. LPA Garcia reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete. LPA Garcia observed Site director Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 12/13/24 and have proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, TB. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 2/7/24. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Site Director will complete Mandated Reporter certification and submit to LPA Garcia. Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3. Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request. 4.LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9.Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. Criminal Record Clearance - Licensee [or 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 ChildCare 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. 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred licensee Veronica Solorio, to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. LPA Garcia discussed the safe sleep regulations with Veronica Solorio and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Veronica Solorio of the importance of checking for 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 22-02CCP. 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/ . 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with, Veronica Solorio.