Routine inspection·March 3, 2026

On March 3, 2026, 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 Nicole Ritter facility representative who granted access. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed five infants in active care and three staff. The facility is open from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm. Monday-Friday. All employees 18 years or older that are working or volunteering have a Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI) and Child Abuse Central Index Clearance and are associated with the facility. Physical Plant: The required postings were present on a visible parent wall. The sign in/out sheets were digital with a APP on a kiosk. There is one clean and safe classroom, the telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. The staff/ child ratios were observed to be compliant; The daily schedule, and activities were posted. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with their names in the classroom. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were appropriately aged and in good condition. There were activity rugs inside the room for play. Representative stated the rugs are cleaned every two months. The drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water jug and labeled water cups. Representative stated the cups are cleaned daily. The children nap with cribs. LPA observed eight cribs. Representative stated the bedding is stored separately and washed weekly. First Aid Kits were in each classroom in a red backpack. Representative stated there is no Emergency Survival Kit but there is food and water stored inside the kitchen. The trash cans have secure lids. The temperature inside the room was comfortable. Representative stated the fire extinguishers, ceiling sprinklers, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the day care center are all operable and were checked during the last fire inspection. The staff restrooms are in the hallway outside of the classroom. There is a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, and sink. The kitchen was clean and there were no accessible hazards observed. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks. The menus are posted outside the class. There is a confidential allergy list posted on the wall. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. LPA observed 1%, or nonfat milk. representative stated the reason for having the whole milk is for infants/toddlers transitioning from formula. The staff’s food items were in a separate refrigerator. The chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept separate from the food and are locked in a lower cabinet below the sink. Outside: Outdoor play equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and is age appropriate. LPA observed a small plastic play structure as play equipment, small bikes, and rubber mat as a cushioned surface and a canopy for shade. There is concrete and grass area for active play. The playground was observed to be free of debris. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water jug and labeled water cups. Representative stated there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any. LPA observed a water table that was empty. The fencing is wrought iron, observed locked and is secure around the entire playground. Other Review: Children and staff files were reviewed. Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid (expires: 2/2028). Representative stated transportation is not provided. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 1/12/26 Earthquake drill was conducted: 1/21/26. Representative stated the last facility fire inspection was conducted: 12/27/25. The child/parent roster was incomplete with all required information. There were three infants missing from the roster and one infant with an unknown start date during the inspection. LPA reviewed and discussed the regulations with the representative. The representative stated they are aware of the reason for the deficiency being cited. Representative stated the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate isolation area for ill children in the site supervisor's office until the parent can pick up the child. Representative stated there are no medications being provided. LIC 125 form was discussed with the representative. The following was discussed with the Representative: Access the CCLD Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov . to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. Report any director or staff changes within ten (10) days. All representatives are responsible for knowing the regulations when providing care. All employees should know their role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter. Training is renewed every two years at: mandatedreporterca.com. All adults 18 years 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/ . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers that were constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food 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, go to the California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch’s website at www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/clppb,or call them at (510) 620-5600. Review PUB 515 for information and posting. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, bassinettes or any other items that fall into that category. All infants are sleeping on their backs unless specified with LIC 9227 form and no blankets, toys, or pacifiers attached. Conduct 15-minute nap monitoring and a napping log is kept daily for each infant. 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. 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 . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/ subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Reminder: The CCLD On Duty Worker is available: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, at (661) 202-3318 for questions, information, and unusual incident reporting. Once the incident is reported within twenty-four (24) hours via telephone, follow up with a written report (LIC 624 form) via email to unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov or via fax (661) 202-3810 within seven days of reporting. There is one Type B deficiency cited during this inspection. See LIC 809D pages attached to this report.