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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

KNOLLWOOD STATE PRESCHOOLLicense 1974083374 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilia Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 09/16/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 9:45AM, identified self at the main office of the school campus. This preschool program is located on an elementary school campus in Room 14. Preschool Program has their own entrance during drop off and pick up. All other times, individuals must check in at the main office. Facility operation hours are Monday, Wednesday through Friday from 7:50 AM to 2:18 PM; Tuesdays 7:50AM to 1:14PM. LPA was guided to Room 14 by Office Manager and met with Hayarpi Mirzoyan, Teacher/Designee, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. LPA provided staff with a copy of the LIC 125 Entrance Checklist to help facilitate the inspection. There were 9 children and 2 staff present when LPA arrived. The facility was observed to be within the license capacity and limitations. This facility is funded by the California Department of Education and operates under Title 5 staffing ratios. Criminal record clearance was not reviewed. However, per condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District, all individual\342\200\231s present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. ---Page 1 of 4 LPA did not observe children belongs touching. Mats and linens are provided for each child enrolled. Linens are washed weekly by a laundry service contracted by the school district. LPA observed napping equipment stored in a cabinet in the classroom. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in the restroom. The facility has a waiver on file that permits the restroom to be shared with the neighboring classroom. Staff were reminded that at no time shall there be no commingling of children that are not part of the preschool program. The classroom also has an additional sink for hand washing. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. Per Teacher/Designee, children bring their own water bottle daily and bottled water is available for children who need water refills. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections. Per Teacher/Designee, there is no carbon monoxide detector in the facility. The facility was previously cited a Type B violation for not having a carbon monoxide detector in the facility. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 08/28/2025. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. Per Teacher/Designee, there are no tight fitted lids for the trash bins used for solid waste in the outdoor play area. Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks to children. Food is prepared in the main elementary cafeteria. ---Page 2 of 4 Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. The facility has a waiver on file that permits the play yard to be shared with the neighboring classroom. Staff were reminded that at no time shall there be no commingling of children that are not part of the preschool program. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. Per Teacher/Designee, there are no firearms stored on the premises. LPA did not observe pools or bodies of water at the facility. Facility has conducted water lead testing to comply with Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCC\342\200\231s) constructed before January 1,2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every five years after the date of the first test. LPA reviewed staff records. The review of staff records was documented on the LIC 859. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Staff present did not have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present did not have proof against measles, pertussis, and influenza. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets were reviewed. Children present were signed in. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom in a cabinet. According to Teacher/Designee, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the office. The facility was observed to be equipped with an isolation area for any child who becomes ill and it is located in the main office. ---Page 3 of 4 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/ . 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 . Teacher/Designee 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 following deficiencies listed on the attached deficiencies page are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Hayarpi Mirzoyan, Teacher/Designee.

Citations

4 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

  • ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

  • 1596.954Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Licensure Requirements

    Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Per Teacher/Designee, there is no carbon monoxide detector in the classroom which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 16, 2025 inspection of KNOLLWOOD STATE PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of KNOLLWOOD STATE PRESCHOOL on September 16, 2025. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KNOLLWOOD STATE PRESCHOOL on September 16, 2025?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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