Routine inspection·September 16, 2025

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Melissa Edwards who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This is a school-age program that serves children ages 6 to 12 years. This program operates during summer breaks and winter breaks Monday to Friday 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. During school session hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 6:30 am, to 7:30 a.m., and 2:30 pm, to 6:00 pm. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio was observed and LPA observed staff # 1 to be unqualified as a school- age teacher. Present staff are fingerprinted cleared and at least one person present who is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present. Annual fee is current. LPA entered classroom school-age and observed 6 school-age children with staff #1 providing care and supervision. 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 a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside storage cabinet with a child proof lock in place making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA Rivera observed a step trash bin with a lid. LPA Rivera observed restroom and observed 2 toilets and observed the 2 handwashing sinks outside the restroom. LPA observed the restroom to be in good condition and free from hazards. LPA reminded director and assistant director toilets used by school age children shall provide individual privacy and shall not be used simultaneously by both sexes. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostat located in infant and toddler classrooms and the temperature to be at 73. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. LPA tested the carbon monoxide detector located by the school-age restrooms. LPA Rivera heard the sound and is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 7/16//2025. Lead testing was conducted on 9/16/2022 and no lead exceedance. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes. During this visit, director Melissa stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Rivera 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 director’s office and children utilize the staff restroom. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed the playground to be fenced all around and the gate that leads to the parking lot, closed, and locked with a keypad lock. LPA Rivera observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, 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 Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under climbing equipment, are cushioned with woodchips and may absorb a fall and. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed 1 hip roof shade structure. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water pitchers and children sippy cups. This program provides meals and snacks. Meals and snacks are prepared onsite. LPA Rivera 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 water drinking, LPA Rivera observed arrowhead 2.5-gallon dispenser in the classroom and, disposable cups. 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. 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. LPA Rivera reviewed the children’s roster, children, and staff files and staff sign in. LPA observed staff #1 file to be incomplete. Staff #1 is missing TB, measles, pertussis, LIC 503 Health Screening, LIC 9108, child abuse mandated reporting certificate, and units. LPA reviewed staff #1 transcripts from College of the Canyons and observed 4 withdrawals and one F. LPA did not observe any passing grades or qualified units. Staff #1 start date Tuesday 9/2/25. LPA informed director, staff #1 needs to submit pending documents by 10/8/25. LPA Rivera observed director Melissa Edwards Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR dated 10/9/24. Director was not able to provide Preventative Health and Safety with nutrition and lead component certificate during this visit. LPA observed immunization's TDAP, MMR, Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter child abuse training dated 10/14/24. Director was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Items discussed during this visit: 1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3 . Current Children’s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the l icensing agency upon request . 4 . LIC 125 Entrance Checklist for Child Care Center: LPAs advised that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5 . Pediatric First Aid and CPR: . Pediatric First Aid and CPR: American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) Certification and at least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present must be renewed every two years. 6 . Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9 . Children’s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10 . Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Stat ement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza, or influenza declination. 11. Isolation- When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children, and remain separated. 12. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be terminated. 13. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624). 14 . Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 15 . Carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. Director Melissa 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . 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 Melissa 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 The deficiencies listed on the following page was observed by the LPA Rivera and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. One type A deficiency is being issued today for regulation: 101229 (a) (1)- The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. (1) No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citation. One type B deficiency is being issued today for regulation: 101216.1 (c) (1)- (1) Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program. Please see attached LIC 809-D citation. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon their return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled child for the next 12 months. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt (LIC 9224) shall be in each child’s file, acknowledging receipt. Five technical violations given during this visit. Please see attached LIC 9102TV. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report and appeal rights were reviewed director Melissa Edwards.