Routine inspection (3-year)·February 17, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced 3 year annual inspection at the facility . LPA met with Mavel Carias, Secretary and informed her of the reason for the visit. At 10:25AM, Secretary, Marval Carias gave LPA a tour of the facility. There were a total of 54 children with 10 staff. Facility is located on Will Rogers Elementary School campus. The program currently operates a Full Day Program 7:15 AM to 4:45 PM in RMs D2 and E2. There is also an AM/PM program (8AM to 11AM & 11:45AM to 2:45PM) classroom in D1 under a different license number 198012843. LPA singularly toured the facility both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed required licensing postings on in Office as well as both classrooms. At the initial start of the site visit, LPA observed 22 preschoolers with three staff in RM E2, 21 preschoolers with three staff in RM D2. At 10:25 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in each classroom. LPA observed carpets, and child size tables and chairs available for children well maintained. LPA observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with toys free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play in each classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Cots were inspected. Per Carias, linens are provided by the facility and washed weekly. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed water bottles available for children stored in hanging pockets in classroom with each child's name in both classrooms. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed each classroom to have a bathroom available, RM E2 had four toilets and three sinks available outside classroom, RM D2 had two toilets and three sinks in bathroom. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted at time of inspection. All meals and snacks are provided by the Lynwood Unified School District. Children are provided with a breakfast, lunch, and a snack. LPA observed trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids at time of inspection. LPA observed a first aid kit is kept in each classroom on a wall compartment. Carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed operable in each classroom. LPA observed smoke detectors present in the facility and fire extinguishers. LPA observed disaster drill log available, last drill conducted on 01/22/2026. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Carias states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. At 11:00 AM, LPA observed Child #1 file to have required documents to be stored medication per Title 22 Regulation requirements. Carias states that sick/isolation area is in Main Office. At 10:40 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed a multi-level play structure with slide and climbing equipment that has cushioning material below to absorb fall all well maintained. LPA observed bicycles on bicycle area, basketball hoop, and other toys available for children to use on a toy cart outside that were well maintained. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA observed benches under shaded area available for children for shade. LPA advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to their water bottles during outside play. There were no bodies of water observed at time of inspection. At 10:40AM, LPA observed that play area was not fenced through out the yard. Per Cavias, there was two bungalows removed in July 2024 and playground will be remodeled Summer 2026. LPA reviewed the an Usual Incident was reported on 06/17/2024. LPA may return to measure yard once report is reviewed by the department. LPA advises that yard maintains fencing, however due to weather and rain, temporary fence may have been knocked down. Photos were taken. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. LPA observed all children present were signed in electronically and facility uses Learning Genie. At 11:15 PM, children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness. At 12:00pm, LPA left site to review of Staff records. Staff records are located at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262. LPA returned to finish report at 1:50pm. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. LPA observed Pediatric First Aid/CPR. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Lynwood Unified School District. 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 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16 . LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information ) LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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-care-centers/ . Facility representative 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Mavel Cavias.