Routine inspection·April 28, 2026

On April 28, 2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Monica Echaury- Valede, Director who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that serves children ambulatory, Licensee prefers to serve ages 2.5 years old – 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. 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. Per director there are currently 16 children enrolled. Census was taken. LPA entered both classrooms. 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 observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Rivera observed a step trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Perry. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classroom and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 7/1/2025. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detectors in classrooms, LPA Perry asked director if they have tested it and director stated that maintenance tested and are operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 27, 2026 . LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, director state that facility does currently have children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Perry asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Director stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director’s office and children will utilize staff restroom. LPA Perry observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA Perry entered the outdoor play area. LPA Perry 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. LPA Perry observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with sand that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Perry observed shade structure. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced, and the side gates closed and locked LPA observed 2 trash bins with tight lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out children’s cups. This program provides morning and afternoon snack, and lunch is optional or they can bring their own. Meals and snacks are provided by school kitchen. LPA Perry informed director 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 Perry observed children’s cups in the classrooms and per director are filled with gallons of water when needed. 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 April 22, 2023 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 Rivera observed sign in/out sheets and observed signatures. LPA Perry reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and observed 3 out of 3 children’s files to be missing IMS plans for medication, which poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care. LPA did also observe that 3 out of 3 children files were missing LIC627 form, which poses a potential danger to the children in care. LPA Perry did observe 3 out of 3 staff files and LPA observed S#3 to be missing Physicians report, which poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care. Per Monica Echaury, director it was stated that she has been employed since 2023. LPA observed 3 out of 3 staff files and observed Heartsaver, First Aid/CPR AED certification, however LPA Perry did not observe the correct training. LPA Perry did not observe the following training with the following components, Pediatric first aid and Pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Technical provided. Per facility director one medication for C#1 was used however, LPA Perry did no observe a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. Per facility director she gave it to parents. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care. LPA Perry observed director Monica Echaury, Heartsaver, First Aid/CPR AED certification, however LPA Perry did not observe the correct training. LPA Perry did not observe the following training with the following components, Pediatric first aid and Pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Technical provided. Director had Preventative Health and Safety certification on file and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPA Perry did not observe director Monica Echaury to have CCLD orientation, LPA Perry explained that that course is needed to qualify as a director. Director Monica Echaury understood and had no further questions. Technical provided. 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’s 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 l icensing 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’s 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. 10 . Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza or influenza declination. 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. 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 to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care 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 . Currently the facility is not in compliance with Title 22 regulations on this date. The deficiency listed on the following page was observed by LPA Rivera and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. One type B deficiency is being issued today. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citation. 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. Appeal rights discussed and provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Monica Echaury- Valedz.