Routine inspection (3-year)·June 2, 2026

On 6/2/2026 at 11:45 AM an unannounced Required – 3 Year Inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Kam. LPA announced purpose of visit and met with Facility Representative (FR) Teacher Ms. Garner. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 24. The program currently operates Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 2:23 pm., Tuesday 8:00 am - 1:23p. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility of both indoors and outdoors. Required postings were observed. Postings discussed for visibility at drop off and pick up. Entrance Checklist LIC 125 was provided. The facility is made up of 1 classroom (Room 33). At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 15 children and a total census of 1 teacher and 1 aide present. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. LPA observed surface of classrooms to be safe and clean, with child size tables and chairs available for children with rounded edges and well maintained. Additional tables and chairs recommended for smaller children as the current tables and chairs are for preschool ages 4-5 years old, current license is for ages 2-5 years old. LPA observed learning stations for dramatic play, math, and science with a variety of age appropriate toys maintained free of loose and sharp parts and a library area available for quiet play. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. There were cubbies observed as storage for children's belongings. Currently children are sharing cubbies with 2 hooks in each. Cots were inspected and found to meet regulation. Linens are individually stored in a black bag for each child and each cot is labeled. Per FR linens are provided by the facility and washed by weekly laundry service. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed pint size disposable water bottles labeled for each child. The bubbler in the classroom has been shut off. Per FR they have extra water bottles for children. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. Page 1 of 4 LPA observed bathroom available in classroom that had 1 toilet and 1 sink. There is a waiver on file for usage of the elementary bathroom. Waiver was not observed posted. LPA provided waiver to FR. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Per FR, only LAUSD approved disinfectants are present at the facility, LPA observed these items stored on high shelves out of reach of children at time of inspection. A first aid kit is kept in the classroom closet . LPA was unable to confirm if carbon monoxide is hardwired. No carbon monoxide detector observed. LPA observed smoke detectors and fire extinguishers are present in the facility. Disaster drill log reflects last drill conducted on 5/6/2026. Isolation area for sick children is in the nurses office where LPA observed child will have full supervision until child is picked up by Authorized Representative. Per FR, they currently have no children that require medication. LPA observed medication if needed will be stored in the nurses office which is centrally located but inaccessible to children. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted. Facility provides Breakfast, Lunch. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas was toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Food is prepared in the elementary school kitchen and delivered daily to the classroom. Trash cans used to discard food has a solid waste bag with a loose fitting lid. Food is not discarded till the end of the day. The need to discard food immediately or obtain a trash can with a tight fitting lid was discussed. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPA observed surface of outdoor play areas to be unsafe and not maintained for activities planned. Black top was observed cracked with raised edges. There was a large dirt area with uneven ground. LPA observed 3 tricycles as the outdoor equipment with 2 of the tricycles missing the plastic handles. There were 4 other infant/toddler tricycles and 2 infant toddler play structures that were not age appropriate for the children in care. Requir ed shade and fencing were inspected. There is a large tree providing shade in the play area. LPA advised facility representative that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher at all times. Teachers from other programs are not eligible to supervise the children for the state preschool program. Waiver discussed if programs will share the same play space as per staff they currently share the space with another program. Page 2 of 4 The children have access to their disposable water bottles during outside play. Bubblers in the outdoor play are have been shut off. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. Staff and children’s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. LPA did not review confidential staff files during the inspection due to the staff confidential files being stored at the administrative office. CPR card expires on 11/2023 for staff. Staff present did not have proof of current AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. All staff and employees have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption as a condition of employment with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The following were discussed: 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 . 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. Page 3 of 4 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 21-21.1-CCP). 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 22-02-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/ . Facility Representative 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. Based on this information the following deficiencies on the LIC 809 D are being cited today 6/2/2026. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative, Teacher Ms. Gardner Page 4 of 4