Routine inspection·June 6, 2025

On 6/6/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA enter through the main double doors of the facility that is part of a church. LPA met with Director, Kristy Knight who guided LPA on a tour of the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a preschool program licensed for 64 children and also operates an infant program from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday - Friday. Per the Director, there are 59 children currently enrolled. LPA observed a total census of 52 children with 10 staff. The following classrooms were inspected: Rainbow Room (3 years old) had 13 children in care with 3 staff, Teddy Bear Room (4 years old) had 18 children in care with 3 staff, and Grandma’s House (2 years old) had 21 children in care with 4 staff. LPA checked all staff and found they were fingerprint cleared. Rainbow and Teddy Bear classrooms are located near the infant playground. Grandma’s House is located near the preschool playground. Each classroom has their own telephone line to communicate to the office. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed plenty of toys and materials for the children to use. Storage for children’s belongings and napping equipment was inspected and meet all regulatory requirements. Availability of drinking water was reviewed and per Director the facility provides water page 1 of 4 with a filtered jug and water is obtained by a water station inside of the facility. (LPA took photo) The facility had the lead testing completed recently(March 2025) and tested all water outlets where staff obtains water for the children. The lead results have been posted for parents to view there were no lead exceedances found. The children’s water bottles are labeled with each child’s name. The Rainbow room has 2 child size sinks and 2 child-size toilets including a changing table. The Teddy Bear room has 2 child size sinks and 2 child-size toilets including a changing table. Grandma’s House has 1 child size sink and 2 child-size toilets including a changing table. During the visit LPA advised the Director that while total ratio of children versus having enough sinks and toilets meets the requirements, however since Grandma’s House it located away from the other restrooms and only has 1 sink for the children to use and the ratio of children are more then the 15 an additional sink would be needed. The LPA consulted with the Director that a change would be required and that either the ratio of children would need to be reduced and be no more than 15 in Grandma’s room or a sink would need to be added. LPA observed that there is currently an additional sink and toilet that staff were using near the children’s restroom, however Director stated that the staff can use the restrooms located in the main lobby of the facility and that it can be converted into a children’s restroom. Director will notify the LPA of the change which will require a visit to be conducted on a future date. During the visit LPA observed that in the Rainbow room and the Teddy bear room have lofts (LPA took photos) and Director disclosed that those will be removed by this summer due to safety reason and she would like to see the classrooms be more open. Combo carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present in the facility. Fire extinguishers are serviced annually and was last serviced December 13, 2024. Storage cabinet in classrooms were locked and hazardous items including cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted in May 2025. There is a First Aid kit available inside the classrooms. Children bring their own bedding, which are sent home at the end of each week to be laundered. Food preparation area which is a full kitchen located near the front office was inspected and toured for safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment. Each classroom also stores snack food items. The facility is currently not part of a food program and lunch is provided by parents. LPA observed that children’s lunch boxes were page 2 of 4 labeled with children’s names and are stored appropriately in the refrigerator. The facility does provide morning and afternoon snacks. LPA observed that there is a fridge, food supplies and microwave available for heat ups in each classroom and full kitchen is only used for food prep. Snack menu is posted in each classroom on the fridge for parents to view. LPA observed that certain documents for the parent board was available in all classrooms however some were kept in areas that were not of public viewing and Director will ensure that parent boards will be updated with all required Department forms and will be available in each classroom for easy viewing for parent/guardians. 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 climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with sand. There is adequate shade in the play yard with lots of trees. There is enough equipment for the children to use in the play yard. The playground is located between Grandma’s classroom and the additional facility classrooms. The playground is surrounded by a partial chain link fence and wooden gate. Staff check the area for any harmful objects prior to children playing in the play area and have a rotation schedule to rake the sand each morning. The gardeners come once a week to clean the playground’s leaves and walkways. LPA advised Director that structure's equipment steps located on the playground should be swept off throughout the day to avoid children slipping as the surface is plastic and could cause potential injury. (Tech Advisory issued) Sign in and out sheets were reviewed for times and full signatures of parents. Director was reminded that full legible signatures are required for safety of children. Licensing staff reviewed staff records for clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid, current mandated reporting certificates, educational requirements and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed and found to be complete. Children’s records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file and were found to be complete. page 3 of 4 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 . 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. 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. 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/ . Director 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. No citations were issued during this visit. Facility was compliant with all Title 22 regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Kristy Knight. page 4 of 4