Routine inspection (3-year)·January 16, 2026

On 01/16/2026 at 9:10 AM an unannounced Required \342\200\223 3 Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Kam. LPA announced purpose of visit and initially met with office manager, Dr. La Royce Murphy Facility Representative (FR) completed the visit. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 116. The program currently operates Monday thru Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. LPA took a self guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. Required postings were observed. The facility is made up of 6 classrooms, (Room1/PCC, Room 2A/B, Room 3A/B. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 97 children and a total census of 7 teachers present. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, and child size tables and chairs available for children with rounded edges and well maintained. LPA observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with a variety of age appropriate toys maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Mats/cots were inspected and meet regulation. Linens are stored in individual bags labeled for each child. Per FR, linens are provided by the facility and washed weekly by a laundry service. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed water fountains available for children. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. LPA observed 3 bathrooms available in hallway that had three toilets and two sinks, in each bathroom. Room 3 has 2 bathrooms in the classroom with two toilets and large sink in each. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Page 1 of 4 Per FR, only LAUSD approved disinfectants are present at the facility, LPA observed these items stored in the maintenance room kept locked at all times located outside the classrooms in the hallway. A first aid kit is kept in each classroom in the classroom cabinet . LPA confirmed carbon monoxide detectors with facility manager, is hardwired to the smoke detector. LPA observed smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present in the facility. Disaster drill log reflects last drill as 12/12/2025. Isolation area for sick children is in the principle's office. LPA observed the area and child will have full supervision until child is picked up by Authorized Representative. Per FR, they currently have 11 children that require medication. LPA observed medication stored in a locked cabinet in the office which is centrally located but inaccessible to children. LPA observed medication for children in original packaging with unaltered label and conducted record review to ensure completion of required documents. Snack/lunch/breakfast menus were reviewed and observed posted. Facility provides Breakfast, Lunch, and PM Snack. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food is prepared by the elementary school and delivered daily. Food waste is collected at meal time and waste bags discarded immediately after each meal. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed surface of outdoor play areas to be safe and maintained for activities planned such as rubber flooring under play structures and smooth flooring for active play. LPA observed a variety of age appropriate toys available balls, tricycles, blocks, bubbles, paint and easels. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA advised facility representative that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teachers at all times. The children have access to drinking fountains during outside play in addition to their personal water bottles. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. 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. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Page 2 of 4 Staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. LPA did not review confidential staff files during the inspection due to the staff confidential files being stored at the administrative office. CPR card expires on 01/2026 for staff. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The following were discussed with the Facility Representative: The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. The Director was also advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCLD within the time frame specified by the regulation. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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. Page 3 of 4 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 21-21.1-CCP.). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. 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. The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today 1/16/2026. 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, Principle Dr. LaRoyce Murphy. Page 4 of 4