Routine inspection·October 16, 2025

On October 16, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced inspection and met with site supervisor, Araceli Perez who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool Head Start program that serves children ages 3 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:15 a.m. \342\200\223 2:30 p.m. There are 2 classrooms, 13 children enrolled, 4 teachers total. There were 11 children present at the time of inspection. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area of each classroom. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA entered classroom #01. LPA Garcia observed 5 children in the classroom engaged in group time and staff #1 and #2 present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. There is a water dispenser, and children use disposable cups to drink water as needed, and there is a hand washing station with 2 sinks. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the bottom kitchen cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid. LPA entered classroom #02. LPA Garcia observed 6 children playing in centers staff #3, Staff #4 present supervising the children, LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. There is a water dispenser and children use disposable cups to drink water as needed, and there is a hand washing station with 2 sinks. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the bottom kitchen cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located between classrooms 01 and 02 and temperature to be at 72 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located at the entrance of each classroom and the valve on the green on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 11/13/24. Dual Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested during this visit. LPA tested and are operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 10/6/25. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped and are replenished on a monthly basis. During this visit, per site supervisor Aracely, stated that there are currently no children with medication or allergies. LPA Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Site Supervisor, Aracely stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Site supervisor Aracely stated the ill isolation area takes place in the staff office area and children will utilize staff restroom. Classroom 01 and 02 share restroom and the restroom is located between both classrooms. LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 3 toilets and 3 hand washing sinks. LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. LPA Garcia observed 3 sheds closed and locked with a key lock. LPA Garcia observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Garcia observed large canopy shades, that cover climbing equipment and another corner or the play yard. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a key lock. LPA observed 1 trash bin with tight lid. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs and disposable cups. This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Meals and snacks are provided by an outside vendor. LPA Garcia informed site supervisor Aracely that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Garcia observed water dispensers and disposable cups in the classrooms. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including step trash bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 8/24/22 and no lead exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 15 signatures. LPA Garcia reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files. Staff files will be observed at the Maud Booth Grantee Office. LPA Garcia observed Site supervisor, Araceli Perez Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 7/26/25 and other teachers present dated, Rubina Khanlari 8/1/25, Frances Rodriguez 5/13/24, Janeth Giron 2/10/24. All immunization records and other staff files are located at the Maud Booth Grantee Office at 11243 Kittridge St. North Hollywood. Site supervisor and staff have completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 11/11/23, Janeth Giron 12/12/24, Francis Rodriguez 5/16/24, Rubina Khlanari 9/29/25. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Items discussed during this visit: 1. Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3 . Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the l icensing agency upon request . LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including step trash bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 8/24/22 and no lead exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 15 signatures. LPA Garcia reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files. Staff files will be observed at the Maud Booth Grantee Office. LPA Garcia observed Site supervisor, Araceli Perez Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 7/26/25 and other teachers present dated, Rubina Khanlari 8/1/25, Frances Rodriguez 5/13/24, Janeth Giron 2/10/24. All immunization records and other staff files are located at the Maud Booth Grantee Office at 11243 Kittridge St. North Hollywood. Site supervisor and staff have completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 11/11/23, Janeth Giron 12/12/24, Francis Rodriguez 5/16/24, Rubina Khlanari 9/29/25. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com Items discussed during this visit: 1. Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3 . Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the l icensing agency upon request . 4 . LPAs advised that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing. 5 . At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6 .The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7. Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review 8. Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination 9. The following files must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10 . The Following must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza or influenza declination. 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. 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/ . Site Supervisor 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. 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 . A Collateral visit was conducted at 12502 Van Nuys Blvd #220 Pacoima CA., 91331 and met with Olga Valdez for the purpose of reviewing the staff files. There were no deficiencies cited during this visit. Notice of Site Visit - A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Site Supervisor Araceli Perez.