Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On August 20, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Calloway made an unannounced inspection to the above facility for the purpose of conducting an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with facility representative who granted access. There was no designated site supervisor on site when LPA arrived. The administrator arrived later. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed fourteen (14) day care children in active play and four staff. The facility is open from 8:00 AM - 11:55 AM. Monday-Friday. All employees, 18 years old or older did not have a Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI) and Child Abuse Central Index Clearance and were not associated with the facility. There was one staff member that did not have a criminal record clearance and was not associated with the facility. Representative stated the facility is not state funded and the staff was not fingerprinted through the Guardian system.
Physical Plant:
There is one clean and safe classroom, the telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. The daily schedule and activities were posted. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with their names inside the classroom. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were appropriately aged. LPA observed a small couch and chair that had tears and were damaged. There were activity rugs inside the room for play. Representative stated the rugs are cleaned during the vacation breaks. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water dispensers and labeled cups. Representative stated the cups are cleaned daily. The napping equipment are mats and sleep sacks. Representative stated the bedding is stored separately and washed weekly. First Aid Kits were in each classroom inside the girl\342\200\231s restroom. There is an Emergency Survival Kit kept outside in a bin sealed. Trash cans did not have secure lids.
The temperature inside the room was comfortable. Representative stated, the fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the day care center are all operable and were checked during the fire inspection.
Bathrooms:
There are two separate bath rooms with one toilet and one handwashing sink inside each that are functioning properly and at the appropriate height. LPA did not observe any accessible hazards. There was soap, toilet paper, and paper towels available. The staff use the girl\342\200\231s restroom inside the classroom. Representative stated the only other restroom is at the middle school.
Kitchen:
There is no kitchen only a refrigerator/freezer and a microwave for staff use.
The menus are posted inside/outside the class. There is a confidential allergy list that was not posted. Representative stated there is a new student and it hasn\342\200\231t been posted. LPA did not observe the food and snacks. Representative stated the 1% milk and juice are served. The chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept inside a cabinet locked with a safety latch.
Outside:
Outdoor play equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and is age appropriate. LPA observed a large play structure securely anchored in the ground with a canopy for shade and a rubber mat as a cushioned surface. There is a small climbing wall and climbing net and bikes for playing. The playground was observed to be free of debris. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water jug and labeled cups. LPA observed two water tables and wading pool that was empty. The fencing is chain-linked and was observed locked and is secure around the entire playground.
Other Review:
Children and staff files were reviewed. Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid (expires7/26), it was not an approved vendor. Transportation is not provided. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 6/3/25, Earthquake drill was conducted: 5/27/25, Lockdown drill was conducted: 5/9/25. Representative stated the last facility fire inspection was conducted: 7/15/25.
The child/parent roster was not available to view during inspection. Representative stated it was still being completed because school just started. The staff/ child ratios were observed to be compliant; the sign in/out sheets were paper and legible. Representative stated the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate isolation area for ill children in the library area until the parent can pick up the child.
Representative stated there is no medications being provided. A review of medication policy states that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The management staff administers medication and documents the dosage, date, and time on a log. Medication is stored and inaccessible. All medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container.
The following was discussed with the representative:
Facility representative was reminded to access the CCLD Licensing website at
www.ccld.ca.gov
. to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. All representatives are responsible for knowing the regulations when providing care. All adults 18 years 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/
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Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care
Centers that were constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for
drinking and food for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test. For childcare 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). Or LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead Poisoning: For more information, go to the California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch\342\200\231s website at
www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/clppb,or
call them at (510) 620-5600. Review PUB 515 for information and posting.
Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a
consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare 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
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tools and methods, please visit the Program website at:
www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process
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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
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https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/
subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.
Reminder: The CCLD On Duty Worker is available: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, at (661) 202-3318 for questions, information, and unusual incident reporting. Once the incident is reported within twenty-four (24) hours via telephone, follow up with a written report via email to
unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov
or via fax (661) 202-3810 within seven days of reporting.
There are deficiencies cited during this inspection and Technical Violations. See LIC 809D and LIC 9102 TV pages attached to this report.
There is a Type A deficiency cited for Criminal Record Clearance and an immediate civil penalty assessed for $500.00 per person for one person during this inspection. See LIC 809 D page and LIC 421BG page attached to this report.
Upon receipt of a Type A deficiency licensee shall post the report for 30 days in addition to the Notice of Site Visit and provide copies of the licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility. This report must be provided to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. The licensee/representative will obtain a signed acknowledgment of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) from parent/guardians and place it in each of the children\342\200\231s file (remain for three years) as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of the persons in care. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties will be assessed.
Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was read, a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213), this report, and Appeal Rights were provided to Melanie Long, Facility Representative. A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting will result in a $100 civil penalty.
