Routine inspection·October 24, 2025

On Friday, October 24, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Director Corina Sifuentes. 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 four teachers and one teacher assistants providing care and supervision to 31 preschool-aged children. 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 adjacent to Mission Hills Christian Church. The preschool program operates in four classrooms. The facility has a main office, three childcare bathrooms, two outdoor play areas, and kitchen. 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. LPA observed sufficient napping mats with blankets for children. LPA tested and observed carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm. All trash bins were observed to have tight fitting lids. The cleaning compounds were stored in high 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 three childcare bathrooms. 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. LPA observed changing tables to be in clean and sanitary condition. Diapers and wipes stored in labeled bins. Kitchen: The kitchen is located adjacent to the main office separated by a child safety gate. Kitchen consists of refrigerator/freezer, sink, food preparation counters, and pantries. Knives and sharp items stored in cabinet, made inaccessible by child safety gate. Per Director, children bring own packed lunch and snacks. Meals are not cooked on premises. The kitchen is only utilized for storage of extra snacks, water, and stocking disposable utensils and supplies. Children use personal bottles which are labeled and are also provided filtered water in pitchers. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: The facility utilizes two outdoor play areas (by age group) separated by fences and gates. The outdoor play areas were inspected for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, cushioned floors, and shady areas. Per LPA observation, there are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed four children files which contained all required information. LPA reviewed Director\342\200\231s file, four Teacher files, and one Teacher Assistant\342\200\231s file which included all required information. LPA verified education requirements. At least one staff member maintained current Pediatric CPR/FA certification. All staff had current Mandated Reporter training. 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 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 10/2025. Sign-in and sign-out sheets were observed. The facility tested water for lead and facility was under the 5.5 pbb. which is the maximum allowable. The facility provided sample of analysis sample water collected on 07/15/2023 and results for lead were collected on 07/15/2023 with less than 1 ppb. 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 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/ . 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 Corina Sifuentes along with Appeal Rights.