Routine inspection·November 12, 2025

On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Site Supervisor Ruby Whitefield and Administrator Kelly Ferko. 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 Site Supervisor and toured the facility. LPA observed one teacher and one teacher assistant providing care and supervision to four preschool-aged children. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays from 7:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. and from 11:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Physical Plant/Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: The facility is located on the grounds of McGrath Elementary School. The preschool program operates in two classrooms. One classroom is used for children and the second classroom (accessed from the first classroom) is used as an office for staff use and supplies. The office includes the staff restroom, and food preparation area used for staff only. The facility has two bathrooms, and outdoor play area. The facility was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, good repair, telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation. LPA observed age-appropriate toys/equipment, books, and supplies for children. LPA observed individual cubbies labeled with children\342\200\231s names. The children have option for rest and quiet time as needed. The carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm in operable condition. All trash bins were observed to have tight fitting lids. The cleaning compounds were stored in high upper cabinets made inaccessible to children. The office is used as an isolation area for children who become ill. LPA did not observe prohibited childcare items. LPA observed no fireplaces and no wall heaters. Bathroom: The facility has one childcare bathroom with two toilets and one sink. LPA observed for safe and sanitary operating conditions with no hazardous materials. Toilet paper, paper towels, and soap were available to children. Toilet and sinks in operable condition. Bathrooms cleaned and maintained by on-site custodial staff. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: The outdoor play area was inspected for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, cushioned floors, and shady areas. The main play structure appropriate for children ages 2-5. Per LPA observation, there are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed one child file which contained all required information. LPA verified background clearance of all staff present. All staff enrolled in Pediatric CPR/FA which expires in 08/2027. 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 (LIC 610) Other: Per Administrator, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per Administrator, there are no firearms/weapons stored on premises. Per recorded documentation, disaster drills last completed on 10/2025. Sign-in and sign-out sheets observed. The facility tested water for lead and facility was under the 5.5 pbb. which is the maximum allowable on 12/2022. Menus were posted. Children use personal bottles which are labeled. Per Site Supervisor, children are provided meals from McGrath Elementary School cafeteria. 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 . Administrator 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. 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/ . Administrator 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 inspection, no Title 22 deficiencies observed. 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 Site Supervisor Ruby Whitefield and Administrator Kelly Ferko.