Pre-licensing visit·August 28, 2025

On 08/28/2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Laticia Thompson met with Andrea Fernandez-Mendoza, Program Director. The purpose of the visit was an announced pre-licensing inspection at the facility to ensure that health, safety and personal rights as required by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. There were no children present during this inspection. This is an application for a Single License with a Total capacity of 23; 8 infants ages 6 weeks - 24 months and 15 Toddlers ages 18-36 months. The childcare facility removed the preschool program and decreased the capacity of the licensed. The child care center will operate Monday \342\200\223 Friday 6:00 a.m. \342\200\223 6:00 p.m. LPA toured and measured the on-limits areas. The fire clearance was approved on 04/28/2025. The facility has one classroom divided by partitions to separate Infants, the Infant sleep area and Toddlers. Toddler children will have access to 3 sinks,1 toilet and 1 changing table. Infants will have access to 2 sinks and 1 changing table. Infant Indoor measurements are : The measurements contain a total of 305.55 which will accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 8 infants. Toddler Indoor measurements are : The measurements contain a total of 587.69 which will accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 15 Toddlers Infant Outdoor Activity measurements are: The outdoor activity space measurements contain a total of 461.32 which will accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 8 infants. Toddler Outdoor Activity measurements are: The outdoor activity space measurements contain a total of 17.07.25 which will accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 15 toddlers. The following was observed: The facility is adjacent to an apartment in which a driveway is shared between the two structures. Parents will enter gate that requires a code. Parents will walk along a sidewalk that leads to a second gated door where a door bell will alert staff to allow entry. Parents will sign children in and out manually on the sign in and out sheets located at the entrance of the main room of the facility.. The staff restroom is located next to the toddlers restroom. The facility has a filtering mechanism attached to the water faucet in the kitchen area where staff will fill water pitcher and cups for outdoor and indoor activities. The facility has filtered water delivered by arrowhead. There are operable carbon monoxide detectors in the classroom. LPA observed fire extinguishers with an inspection date of 04/17/2025 LPA observed First Aid Kits with the required materials including a handheld digital thermometer. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs were observed to meet the needs of the children. There are cots for napping and maintained in a safe condition. There is sufficient quantity and variety of age- appropriate play equipment in good condition. There are cubbies in all classrooms for storage of children clothing and personal belongings. The classroom has central air for heating and cooling. The classrooms were clean in good repair. Classrooms have adequate lighting. Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects, or debris. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting lids. The facility is equipped with landline telephones service. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children will be stored in a cabinet located in the staff restroom. For extra security the staff rest room requires a key for locking and unlocking. The key hangs on the wall next to the door inaccessible to children. All toilets and hand washing facilities are maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. Hand washing fixtures do not deliver hot water. The applicant shall be responsible for ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not accepted. The staff rest room and office will be used as an isolation area for Ill children. The isolation area shall be equipped with a cot or crib for ill children and shall be supervised by staff. The applicant was advised to develop and implement a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications, to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given. Medication will be stored in the office area inside a lock box inaccessible to children. Medication that requires refrigeration will be stored in the refrigerator located in the office inaccessible to children. The program provides breakfast lunch and snacks. The kitchen and food-preparation storage areas were observed to be clean and free of litter and rubbish. All foods or beverages that require storage at a temperature of 45 degrees will be stored in the refrigerator located in the office. The refrigerator is equipped with a thermostat to regulate temperature control Menus are in writing and are posted in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request. The required postings are posted in the outdoor activity area and the classroom area for parents and visitors to review. Facility does not have a completed disaster and mass casualty plan of action. The plan shall be in writing and shall be readily available with contingency plans for action during fires, floods and earthquakes. The facility does not provide transportation. Firearms and other weapons shall not be allowed on or stored on the premises of a child care. Program director stated there aren\342\200\231t any firearms or weapons on the premises. Smoking is prohibited on the premises of a child care center as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.795(b). A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a child care center in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 1596.846(b) and (c). Licensees shall reveal each child care center license number in all advertisements in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.861 There are 5 cribs including 2 emergency evacuation cribs and 1 changing table located in the infant area next to the sinks . LPA advised the director that crib mattress shall be covered with an appropriate fitted sheet. Cribs shall not limit the ability of staff to see the infant, LPA observed a changing tables that require padded surfaces no less than one-inch thick and covered with washable vinyl or plastic. The changing tables have raised sides at least three inches high in good repair and safe condition. Prior to the infant's first day at the center, the infant care center director or assistant director shall complete a needs and services plan for the infant. Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by infants authorized representatives shall be labeled with infant\342\200\231s name and current date. There is an additional medium sized refrigerator in the office area for infant bottles and food with a thermostat to regulate the temperature. LPA reviewed and provided applicant will copies and postings of Title 22 regulations related to infant safe sleep, , Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment, Staff Ratios, Infant Needs and Service Plans. LPA advised applicant of the following regarding the toddler Program: 101216.4(a)(1) Preschool Program with Toddler Component A child who is between 18 months and 36 months of age may participate in the toddler program with written permission from the child's authorized representative. No child in the toddler program shall be placed in the preschool program before the age of 30 months without written permission from the child's authorized representative . Outdoor The entire outdoor activity grounds are enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence is at least four feet high. Areas around and under climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment has natural grass, wood chips and rubber platforms for cushioning to prevent injury from falls. The outdoor activity space was observed and maintained in good condition LPA did/did not observe any equipment or hazards in the outdoor activity area. There is adequate shade and benches for resting in the outdoor activity area. Applicant was advised to inspect sandboxes daily to ensure areas are free of any hazardous foreign material. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. The following items were discussed: The director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA reviewed with facility representative the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. 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. 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 21-21.1-CCP). The facility has had a lead test completed within the last five years from the pre-licensing visit date 12/2022 and is using the same outlets, you may submit a waiver request from the lead testing requirement to the Regional Office. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Child Care Center testing deadline has not past. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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/ . The applicant and 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. 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-and-resources/safe-sleep , as an additional resource. LPA also informed [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] 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. 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. . The following corrections are needed before licensure will be considered. LPA recommended that facility place a protective device under rugs to prevent tripping hazards Facility will install a partition or walls at least four feet high that is constructed of sound absorbing material to separate infant sleeping/napping area Facility will provide proof of feeding table or such equipment to accommodate at least 50% of infant capacity. LPA recommended a sufficient number of potty chairs for the number of infants being toilet trained. Facility will provide proof of purchase of number of cots to accommodate infants (non crib) and toddler capacity. Facetime LPA showing Toddler toilet is functioning properly. Updated Mass Casualty and Disaster Plan Corrections are due by 09/24/2025 An exit interview was conducted with plan of corrected items discussed. LPA provided Andrea Fernandez-Mendoza, Program Director with appeal rights and a copy of this report. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager and corrections