Routine inspection·July 28, 2025

On Monday, July 28, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Diane Stein who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 years to entry to first grade. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. \342\200\223 3:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared and at least one person present is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present. LPA entered classroom 117. LPA Rivera observed 15 children napping with staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6 and staff #7 providing care and supervision. 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 cleaning solutions stored on the counters of the diapering area and observed a safety gate installed to prevent children to enter the area. LPA Rivera observed two step trash bins with a lid for diapers and one for trash. LPA observed the diapering changing table to be arm\342\200\231s length to the handwashing sink and a vinyl diapering mat. Per director Diane soiled clothing is not rinsed in the sink. It is placed in a plastic bag and the vinyl mat is disinfected with bleach and water. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items inside their cubbies. LPA observed two potty toilet and three handwashing sinks. LPA entered the classroom 133. LPA Rivera observed 16 children getting ready for nap with staff #8, staff #9, staff #10, staff #11, staff #12, staff #13, staff #14, staff #15, staff #16 and staff #17 providing care and supervision. 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 cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items inside their cubbies. LPA entered the early classroom 135. LPA Rivera observed 14 children getting ready for nap with staff #18, staff #19, staff #20, staff #21 and staff #22 providing care and supervision. 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 cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items inside their cubbies. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostat located in classrooms and the temperature to be at 70 degrees. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The carbon monoxide detector is in classroom, 117 and LPA Rivera tested and heard the sound and is operable. LPA reminded director for solid waste; trash bins must have a fitted lid. The last emergency drill was conducted on 7/15/25. LPA observed a total of 7 toilets (2 in room 117, 2 toilets between room 133 and 135 and 3 toilets outside patio). LPA observed 8 handwashing sinks (3 sinks in room 117, 3 sinks in room 133, 1 sink in room 135 and 2 sinks outside patio). LPA observed the bathrooms to be in good condition and free from hazards. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes. During this visit, director Diane stated currently has no children with severe food allergies and no children with prescribed medication. LPA Rivera asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The director stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the observation classroom. Lead testing was conducted on 6/16/2023 and 10/19/2023 and no lead exceedance. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed the playground to be fenced all around and the gates closed and locked with push bar and self-latch. LPA Rivera observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. LPA observed the wall below the fencing between Pre-K and Toddlers yard, paint to be chipping. LPA informed, to repaint the wall to prevent children from peeling off the paint. LPA Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed sail triangles and pergolas. LPA observed trash bins with lids. For outdoor water drinking, LPA observed water drinking fountain. This program provides meals and snacks and are prepared onsite. LPA Rivera informed director Diane 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 Rivera observed water fountains 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 movable 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. The refrigerator temperature to be at 36 degrees. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Rivera observed director Diane Stein immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter training dated 7/19/25. Director was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA Rivera reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files, staff files, and sign in and observed 45 signed in signatures. The following was also discussed with director: 1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: 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. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: 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. Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: 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 licensing agency upon request. 4.LIC 125 Entrance Checklist provided, and LPA informed that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6.Designated Staff: 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.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. 8. Immunization Requirements: 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.Children\342\200\231s Records: 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. Director Diane Stein 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. Director Diane Stein 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . Director Diane 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. One technical violation given and no deficiencies given during this 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 director Diane Stein.