Routine inspection·September 22, 2025

On Monday September 22 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kamile Martin conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Assistant Director Ruby Escamilla who guided LPA Martin on a tour of the facility. This is a combination center with an infant program serving 62 infant and toddler children ages 4 months to 3 years old. The Infant license on site: 191594688. Preschool and infant components are conducted in physically separate areas indoors and outdoors. This program operates Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The facility operates at LA County Fair Grounds and also has a preschool license. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The facility consists of 4 classrooms and 3 playgrounds. The following was observed: Infant room had 8 children and 5 staff, Toddler room # 1 had 6 children and 5 staff, Toddler room # 2 had 10 children and 5 staff, Toddler room #3 had 10 children and 5 staff, Toddler Room # 4 had 11 children and 5 staff. Staff names were recorded. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under active/visual supervision of a teacher during the tour. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area in each classroom . Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprint cleared and at least one person present who is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present. LPA entered the infant classroom lead by Ruby Escamilla , 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 cleaning solutions stored underneath the sink cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA observed the cribs to be free from bumper pads, pillows, toys, blankets, hanging above items. LPA observed two step trash bins with a lid, one for diapers and one for trash. LPA observed the diapering changing table to be arm’s length to the handwashing sink and a vinyl diapering mat. LPA observed children’s personal items to be in individual spaces. LPA also observed infant bottles and food to be labeled with names. Sign in sheets were observed an computer app pro care is used for attendance as well. First aid kit was observed to be hanging by the sink as well as one is near the exit for the back door leading to the playground . LPA entered the toddler classroom #.2 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 two step trash bins with a lid for diapers and one for trash. LPA observed a large classroom with two storage units and a children’s restroom located at the far back of the classroom the restroom had two toddler toilets and two sinks. LPA observed the restroom to be in good condition and free from hazards. LPA entered Toddler Classroom #3 and 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. Licensing staff observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostat located in classroom and the temperature to be between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classrooms and hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 6/5/24 Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors is in the hallway and inside the classrooms and are operable . The last emergency drill was conducted on 9/3/25. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, Teachers in classroom #1,2,3, and 4 stated that there are currently children with food allergies, most severely eggs, and milk allergies. Children with allergies provide their own lunches. Milk is substituted for children who have food allergies. For the last toddler class observed Room #4, LPA observed sleeping cots with individual tight-fitted sheets. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit. LPA asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons or bodies of water. The 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 main office , it has a separate room behind the office where medication is stored and sick children can wait for pick up away form other children with a adult staff nearby. Transportation services are not provided at this facility LPA entered the outdoor play area. LPA observed the playground to be located behind the classrooms. The outdoor area is gated completely. The infant playground is to the right and is enclosed with a gate surrounding the play yard as well. The equipment was observed to be 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 observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under climbing equipment, are cushioned with material that may absorb a fall. Facility was observed to have adequate shade. For outdoor water, staff bring out children’s own water bottles and provide filter water as needed . This program provides breakfast lunch and snack. Meals are prepared onsite in the kitchen. LPA 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 drinking water is filtered through a Brita water filter. 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. Refrigerator was inspected for temperature of milk and expiration dates of cold food. Food is provided from US Foods. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area front lobby: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule and Emergency disaster plan. LPA reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files, staff files, 15-minute sleep logs, and sign in/out sheets and menus. LPA observed Lead Teacher Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification from American Red Cross Heart Association and expires 11/2025, and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination and has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training and expires 6/17/2026 Teaching staff was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com 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. Results were verified by LPA last date water tested on December 4 2024. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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 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 . At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director Ruby Escamilla Appeal Rights were provided and discussed.