Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On April 23, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Calloway made an unannounced inspection to the above facility for the purpose of conducting an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with facility representative who granted access. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed zero children in care. The facility operates from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Monday-Friday. All employees have a Criminal Record Clearance and are associated with the facility.
Physical Plant:
There were two clean and safe classroom the telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with the children\342\200\231s names and a photo in each classroom. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were age appropriate. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water pitchers and labeled cups. First Aid Kits were observed in each classroom in a red backpack. There is an Emergency Survival Kit kept inside the same red backpack it was observed sealed with bandages, water, and games. Trash cans have secure lids. The menus and lesson plan were displayed outside the classrooms. LPA observed the carpet in one classroom with two large tears. Per representative there is a work order for the carpet to be replaced and the carpets are cleaned daily. There are surveillance cameras inside each classroom, per representative, they are functioning properly. There is a foosball machine for active play.
Each classroom has a fire alarm pull switch and sprinkler system inside the ceiling.
Bathrooms:
LPA observed the restrooms in each classroom all sinks inside, and toilets were functioning properly, there was toilet paper, soap, and paper towels available and there were outside hand washing sinks with soap and paper towels. The staff restrooms are in the hallway outside of the classroom.
Kitchen:
LPA observed boxes of food stacked in the hallway. Per representative, the food was just delivered today and will be put away. There is a fully equipped kitchen with one refrigerator, one freezer, two conventional ovens, one regular oven, and three sinks. The kitchen was clean and there were no hazards observed. The facility provides an afternoon snack. There was a confidential allergy list posted on the wall. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks.
LPA observed 1%, nonfat milk and whole milk per representative, the whole milk is for the children under the age of 2 and staff member items were in their own separate staff area.
Outside:
There were two separate play grounds on each side of the facility. Both had grass and concrete for active play. There was a basketball court and a bench. There were no shaded areas. The fence was wrought iron and was locked and secured the entire playground. The play equipment was a large connect four set it was in good repair. Both yards were inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and are age appropriate. Both playgrounds were observed to be free of debris. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water pitcher and labeled cups. Per representative, there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any large bodies of water.
Other:
Children and staff files were reviewed. Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid (expires 6/2026). Per representative, transportation is provided for the school aged children. LPA observed the vans to have seat belts for each child, fire extinguisher, and first aid kits. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 3/10/25 Earthquake drill was
conducted: 2/27/25. Lockdown drill was conducted: 3/5/25. The Child/Parent Roster was complete with all required information. Per representative, the fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are operable.
The last State Fire Marshall inspection was conducted 3/14/2025. The Staff/Child ratios were observed to be compliant; the sign in/out sheets were digital/electronic, and inside the classrooms on paper and were legible. Per representative, the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children inside the site supervisor's office until the parent can pick up the child. Per representative, the medications are stored in the front office, locked. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The management staff administers medication and documents the dosage, date, and time onto a log. Medication that is in the facility is stored daily in the office, locked. Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container.
Facility representative was reminded to access the CCLD Licensing website at
www.ccld.ca.gov
. to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates.
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.
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/
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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 childcare 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 21-21.1-CCP). Or LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead Poisoning: For more information call them at (510) 620-5600.
Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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There is one deficiency cited during this inspection. See 809D page attached to this report.
Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was read, a Notice of Site Visit, this report, and Appeal Rights were provided to Rubi Trejo, Facility Representative. A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting will result in a $100 civil penalty.