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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Director Rosie Gurrola. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Director and toured the facility. LPA observed two teachers providing care and supervision to four infants. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays 7:00am-6:00pm. Physical Plant/Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: The facility operates the infant program out of one classroom referred to as the Infant Room. The facility was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, good repair, telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation. LPA Cha observed labeled cubbies for children's belongings. LPA observed the food and bottle preparation area. The refrigerator/freezer in working condition. The facility provides store bought milk which was checked for expiration dates. Bottled milk labeled with children\342\200\231s names and dates are disposed daily. LPA observed a crock pot used for warming bottles. The diaper area was observed to be clean and sanitary with diapers and wipes. A separated sealed trash bin is used for soiled diapers. The sink was located within arm distance from changing table. The cribs included only a tight-fitted sheet. All cleaning products were stored in high shelf, out of reach of children. Mobile infants are provided with individual cots. LPA observed age-appropriate soft toys and equipment. Cabinets accessible to children had a child safety lock. Feeding tables are cleaned after use and made of washable material. The napping area is located in a smaller room attached to the main play area separated by a half-door. LPA observed a staff member providing supervision to napping child in small room during time of inspection. The smaller napping room includes cribs which do not obstruct a walkway or block other cribs. An isolation area for infants is provided in the main office. LPA observed no fireplaces and no wall heaters. Kitchen: The kitchen is located to the left of the Infant Room. LPA observed the kitchen for safety, sanitation, and good repair. Kitchen consists of refrigerator/freezer, sink, food preparation counters and pantries. Knives and sharp items are stored high, out of reach of children. There is an additional half-door which makes the kitchen inaccessible to the infant area. The facility participates in a food program. Menus were observed and updated as needed. Children are provided with filtered water and use personal bottles which are labeled. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: LPA inspected the outdoor play space for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, cushioned floors, and shady areas. The outdoor play area is enclosed with fencing. LPA observed a large anchored play structure with cushioned flooring for safe falls. Pools/Spa/Bodies of Water: Per LPA observation, there are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed one infant files which contained all required information. LPA reviewed Director\342\200\231s file and two staff files which included all required information. Director CPR/FA expires on 02/2027 and Mandated Reporter training expires on 01/2026. Postings: LPA observed required postings as follows: Facility License, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster, Passenger Car Seat Law (PUB 269), and Emergency Disaster Plan. Other: Per Director, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per Director, there are no firearms/weapons stored on premises. Per recorded documentation, Disaster drills last completed on 09/23/2025. 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 . Director 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. Per record review, last lead testing conducted on 07/29/2023. 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 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. During this investigation, LPA Cha did not observe any Title 22 deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was printed and reviewed with the Director Rosie Gurrola along with Appeal Rights.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the October 1, 2025 inspection of GREAT BEGINNINGS FOR LITTLE KIDS?

This was a inspection inspection of GREAT BEGINNINGS FOR LITTLE KIDS on October 1, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to GREAT BEGINNINGS FOR LITTLE KIDS on October 1, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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