Routine inspection·August 29, 2025

Licensing program Analyst Alicia Mooberry conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection on 08/29/2025 . Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 77 children age 2-6 years. The entrance to the facility is locked and parents enter using a code system. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA met with facility representative, Emily Nalasa, who guided LPA on tour of facility. There were 19 children present supervised by 4 staff. The facility consists of three classrooms: Room 1, Room 2 and Room 3. Per Director, Room 2 is currently not being used due low enrollment. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LPA observed the following classroom ratios: Room 1 (0 teachers and 0 children); Room 2 (Zero Teachers and Zero children); Room 3 ( 1 teacher and 8 children), Outdoor Play Area (1 qualified teacher and 1 Aid with eleven children). LPAs observed teacher-child ratios in compliance and staff fingerprints have the required clearances at this time. LPA observed telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation to be satisfactory. Children have adequate cubby storage for their belongings. Napping mats are stored appropriately with bedding removed or cots placed not touching. The facility provides sheets and weekly laundering, parents provide blankets. LPA observed filtered drinking water with drinking cups and children's personal water bottles readily available in the classrooms and outside in play ground. Age appropriate restrooms, sinks and toilets were inspected for good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety and sanitation. All available toilets and sinks are in operable condition. LPA reminded Director to always store items such as lysol, hand sanitizer, cleaners and similar items in inaccessible areas or locked cabinets. The indoor classrooms have surfaces that appear to be clean and safe and there are age appropriate toys and reading material for children to use. ----Page 1 - Report continues There are first aid supplies in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present and functional in the facility. The fire extinguishers have been serviced within the last 12 months. The office is used as an isolation area for ill children and there are comfortable accommodations available for children while they wait pick up. The facility (indoor and outdoors) operates on the grounds of a church building, however the facility has completely separate operations. The outdoor play area is enclosed and surrounded by the building and exit gates are at least five feet high. Areas around and under climbing equipment have mats and grass to cushion a fall. All play equipment, toys, materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be age appropriate and toxic free. Lunch and Snack menus are posted at least one week in advance and are visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and PM snack. The kitchen were food is prepared was inspected, food items were reviewed for availability, quantity, expiration/best by dates and appropriateness for children in care. LPA observed the kitchen to be in sanitary condition. Chemicals and cleaners are stored in cabinet under sink away from food preparation areas. LPA informed Director and Kitchen staff to constantly assess expiration dates on food items that are removed from original packaging and document. LPA observed trash receptacles have tight fitting covers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are locked and/or inaccessible. LPA observed digital sign in and sign out to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out by the authorized representative. All children present were signed in by authorized representative. LPA conducted a Children's Records Review for completeness and to ensure children have proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc.on file. The children's roster was available and current. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, education credits, current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination, Mandated Reporter training, LPA observed at least one staff member to have current EMSA approved CPR/1st aid. ----Page 2 Report Continues Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretation 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 . Licensee 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. LPA informed Director to log onto web site www.ccld.ca.gov to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates. LPA reviewed Lead Testing report completed on 10/26/24. LPA observed that the lead testing was incomplete and did not include water fountains located in one of children's play yards. LPA observed that the faucets have been covered with plastic material until they are tested. LPA observed that the facility provides filtered drinking water from a water delivery service. Due to the two water faucets are functioning but not used for drinking, this poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. One B violation is cited as a result of this inspection in accordance to Title 22 regulation and Lead Testing Mandate. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/tion-process . Exit interview was conducted with Director Amy Nalasa and a copy of Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was discussed and provided. Notice of Site Visit was provided and needs to be posted for 10 Days.