Routine inspection (3-year)·February 19, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Randy Derraco conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 02/19/26 at 9:30 am. LPA met with Jamare Harris, Education Manager, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Director, Emily Gould, joined the tour approximately 10:!5 AM. This is a preschool program which consists of 9 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There is a toddler component attached to the center's preschool license. All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Classroom 1 (toddler): 3 staff members with 6 children; Classroom 2 was currently not in use; Classroom 3: 2 staff members with 5 children; Classroom 4: 3 staff members with 18 children; Classroom 5: 3 staff members with 11 children; Classroom 6; 3 staff members with 12 children; Classroom 7: not currently in use; Classroom 8: 2 staff members with 19 children; Classroom 9: 3 staff members with 16 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign in and out procedures are handled using the Tadpole application. Each classroom is equipped with a tablet that is managed by staff members. Authorized representatives walk with their respective children to the entrance of their classroom to drop off or pick up. Teachers acknowledge the authorized representative dropping off or picking up and indicate their status on the tablet. The application can also be used to communicate with parents directly or as a classroom. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted in July 2025. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in the lobby. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed material and equipment are free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed and returned on the child's next school day. Additional linens are provided by the parents and stored by the center in case a child forgets to bring them back. Napping equipment (cots) were observed in separate storage areas. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the front office or in the child's respective classroom's quiet space. Parent's are notified immediately to have children showing signs of illness to be picked up. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were made inaccessible. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note. Medication is stored in a locked cabinet in the reception area where it is inaccessible to children in care. Director understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Staff members clean an sanitize classrooms daily and the center employs janitorial services that come after hours. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. First Aid supplies and emergency supplies were observed in the classroom. The facility provides breakfast for children that are in attendance from 8 AM to 5 PM. Lunch is brought from home and stored in individually labeled containers and properly stored in the child's cubby locker. A refrigerator is available for children whom bring food that requires a refrigerator. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via water jugs. Children bring their own water bottles from home, and are filled using water jugs provided by the center. The water jugs are filled using a filtration system attached to the sink in the center's kitchen area. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area had adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via water jugs. Each classroom has a cart with wheels where water jugs and water bottles are stored. During outdoor play time, the water cart is wheeled outside for children requesting a drink of water. Two water fountains were also observed in the outdoor play area. LPA observed that there is a pool on the premises. On January 22, 2024, the center requested a waiver under California Code of Regulation Title 22, Division 12, Section 101238(e)(1). Waiver was granted in accordance to Section 101175 under the following conditions: 1. Installation a 4 ft gate at the top of the hallway leading to the pool is maintained and secure during hours of operation. 2. Pool gate signs for hallway gate are to be posted advising to keep the gate closed and locked. 3. A lifeguard will be on duty during hours of childcare operation. 4. All classrooms, atrium, gym and café doors are secured and monitored by staff. 5. The elevator will be monitored by staff. 6. The lobby shall have present staff monitoring (during hours of operation). 7. There shall be direct supervision at all times when children exit the classrooms. 8. A designated staff member on site will respond to the door alarm off the toddler classrooms to ensure a child is not exiting the classroom unknowingly. 9. Door alarms must be tested and documented on a weekly basis to ensure the alarms are working properly and are operational. Documentation logs shall be maintained and available for review by the Department. 10.Waiver is subject to review at any time during licensure. LPA observed the center to be in compliance with the above mention conditions of the waiver. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Children’s and Staff’s Records were reviewed and are complete. 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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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. LPA advised the Director to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.cdss.ca.gov At this time, the Director 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 conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Emily Gould.