Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 9:40 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Site Supervisor, Kristine Arreza and Eliose Ortiz who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility. During this visit, children and teachers were not present due to the site not officially being open until November 17
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This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years old. This program will operate Monday to Friday 6:00am \342\200\223 6:00pm. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors.
LPA entered Classroom 1. There were no children present as LPA Garcia toured. 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 cubbies for children to store their personal belongings. Cleaning supplies will be kept in a metal storage locker that is anchored to the wall and will be kept locked with a key and lock. LPA observed the restroom inside classroom 1 that had 2 toilets and 3 hand washing sink. The handwashing sinks in the bathroom are operable, and soap and towels are available. These restrooms can also be access from the outdoor area from a door that leads to the restrooms. LPA Garcia observed a trash bin with a tight lid.
LPA entered Classroom 2. There were no children present as LPA Garcia toured. Classroom 2 and 3 are one building that is separated into 2 classrooms. 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 cubbies for children to store their personal belongings.
Cleaning supplies will be kept in a metal storage locker that is anchored to the wall and will be kept locked with a key and lock. LPA observed the restroom inside classroom 2 that had 4 toilets and 3 hand washing sink. The handwashing sinks in the bathroom are operable, and soap and towels are available. There is also 1 hand washing sink located in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a trash bin with a tight lid.
LPA entered Classroom 3. There were no children present as LPA Garcia toured. 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 cubbies for children to store their personal belongings. Cleaning supplies will be kept in a metal storage locker that is anchored to the wall and will be kept locked with a key and lock. The restrooms are shared between classroom 2 and 3. LPA Garcia observed a trash bin with a tight lid.
Heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia.
LPA observed central Heating and A/C units on located in each classroom. LPA observed fire extinguishers located in each classroom building. The valve for the fire extinguisher on the required 2-A-10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 07/11/25. The smoke detectors were tested during this visit and LPA heard sounds and are operable. There was no carbon monoxide detector on site that could be found, so Eloise contacted facility personnel and is delivering one personally to the site. LPA observed napping equipment (cots) to be in good condition and stored in the daycare classroom were the children nap. First aid kit supplies have been ordered and are waiting to be delivered and will be kept inside the classrooms in backpacks, out of reach to the children. LPA Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons or bodies of water. Site Supervisor stated no firearms, weapons, and poisons will be stored in the janitor closet and locked. There are no bodies of water on this premises. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Site supervisor stated the ill isolation area takes place in the office and children utilize staff restroom.
There are 2 restrooms located in this facility. One is located in Classroom 1 ( 2 toilets, 3 sink) and another restroom that is shared between Classroom 2 and Classroom 3 (4 toilets, 3 sinks). LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, hand washing sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 6 toilets and 8 hand washing sinks utilized by the children. There are 2 hand washing sinks located outdoors. This facility has a staff restroom and contains 1 toilet and 2 sinks.
LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. The outdoor play area is located on the left and there is a parking lot on the right that children will not have access to and will be locked. The outdoor play area is surrounded by 3 chain link fence and observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space (concrete) is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed play structure and equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with wood chips may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, site supervisor stated that canopy shades have been ordered for additional shade. For outdoor water drinking, staff will bring out water jug\342\200\231s and disposable cups and children will access water as needed.
This program provides meals and snacks for the children, and the meals are prepared on a daily basis in the kitchen. LPA toured the kitchen facility. LPA Garcia informed Site supervisor, that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Menus will be posted in the classrooms and office. Lead testing was conducted on 4/25/23 and corrections for the lead exceedance were still in place. The facility will have water dispensers that the children will use for water drinking and use disposable cups.
The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 30 signatures.
LPA Garcia observed Site supervisors Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 9/13/25, Preventative Health and Safety certification dated, 9/7/25. Site supervisor has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza. Site Supervisor has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 10/30/25. Site Supervisor was advised 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\342\200\231s 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 licensing agency upon request.
4.LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at:
www.ccld.ca.gov
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5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present.
6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center Site Supervisor or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the Site Supervisor'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\342\200\231s 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.
Criminal Record Clearance - Licensee [or 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.
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 21-21.1CCP).
LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.
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/
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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.
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There were no deficiencies sited during this visit.
Notice of Site Visit - 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 was reviewed with Site Supervisor, Kristine Arreza.