Correction check·August 1, 2025

A Plan of Correction (POC) visit was conducted on Friday, August 1, 2025, by Licensing Program Analyst Staicy Perry and Youle Qi to verify the correction of a Type A deficiency previously cited under Title 22 Regulation 101161(a) Limitations on Capacity. Upon arrival at the facility, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perry and Youle were greeted by Director Pam. A tour of the facility was conducted. During the walk through, Director Pam did not allow the department access to the summer camp area. LPA was only permitted to tour the licensed preschool program. As a result, LPA was only able to obtain a census for the preschool program, which was 34 children in care at the time of the visit with 7 staff supervising the children. However, LPA Perry and Youle observed that the summer camp program was still operating on the premises of the licensed preschool facility and Director Pam did not cease operation as indicated on previous report. LPAs did observe children to be in the summer camp and did observe parents dropping off children for summer camp. Director Pam stated that she is continuing to operate the summer camp program at the site and will not cease operation until August 8, 2025, which poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of the children in care. Per Director, she does not intend to cease operation of the summer camp until it officially ends on August 8, 2025, and acknowledged that she will accept any penalties the Department may impose due to the operation of summer camp program. LPA conducted a consultation with the Director regarding the process of obtaining a school-age Child Care Center License. LPA Perry and Youle explained the required steps, including submitting an application, obtaining a fire clearance, and ensuring compliance with all applicable Title 22 regulations. Director stated she has considered applying for a school-age license, however, due to uncertainty surrounding the facility\342\200\231s lease, she is unsure how much longer she will remain at the current location, estimating possibly one year. Director Pam indicated that once she receives confirmation regarding her ability to continue operating at the current site or if she will be operating and open for the following summer, she will collaborate with the Department to initiate the licensing process. Additionally, LPA informed the Director that her website advertises the summer camp as if it is operating under the preschool license, which is misleading to the public. The Director acknowledged the concern and stated that it is an \342\200\234easy fix\342\200\235 and she will make the necessary corrections. LPA discussed the applicable Title 22 regulations regarding advertisement and license limitations, and Director indicated understanding. Based on observations, interviews, and a review of the facility\342\200\231s conditions, it was determined that the facility continues to operate a childcare program beyond the limitations of its licensed capacity. This is a violation of Title 22 Regulation 101161(a) Limitations on Capacity. A repeat Type A deficiency is being cited today. Please refer to the attached LIC 809 and LIC 809D for the citation and Plan of Correction. A civil penalty is being assessed due to repeat violation. In addition facility is also receiving (one) Type A deficiency for 101200 Inspection Authority of the Department with civil penalties. This report documents (two) Type A deficiencies. A copy of this report must be posted in the facility for 30 consecutive days. A copy of this report shall be provided to all parents/guardians of currently enrolled children by the next business day or upon return if the child is absent. Any newly enrolled child for the next 12 months must receive a copy of this report upon enrollment. Each child\342\200\231s file must contain a signed LIC 9224 Acknowledgment of Receipt. An exit interview was conducted with Director Pam, and the following documents were provided to the director, Appeal Rights and Notice of Site Visit. Director Pam was informed that the Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for 30 days.