Routine inspection (3-year)·September 25, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Randy Derraco conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 09/25/25 at 9:15 AM. LPA met with Janet Ziegenhagen, Director, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 4 classrooms. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All areas identified on this report were inspected. Upon arrival, the following staff were present during this inspection: Room 4: Staff S6, S3 with 9 children; Room 3: Staff S7 with 7 children; Room 2: Staff S4 and S6 with 5 children; Room 1: S5 and S9 with 5 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 sheets procedures were reviewed. Director states that the center uses the Brightwheel application to sign children in and out of the center. Authorized representatives walk children into the class room and scan a QR code on the classroom's tablet to sign in and out. Authorized representatives provide a digital signature on the tablet's application. Children present were signed in. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 05/13/25 and 05/14/25. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in the main office 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 hooks in their classrooms where they can hang their belongings (lunch boxes, jackets, etc..). Per Director, the isolation area is located in the main office while they await parent pick 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 observed to be inaccessible. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note. Medication is stored in the main office where it is inaccessible to children in care. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom. The facility provides one snack that consists of crackers, fruit, and water. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via water jugs. The center utilizes a water service that provides water jugs every month. All 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\313\232 (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 and perimeter fencing. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors a water fountain. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. 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\342\200\231s and Staff\342\200\231s Records were reviewed and are complete. 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. 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. At this time, the Director is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Janet Ziegenhagen.