Routine inspection·May 7, 2025

On Wednesday, 5/7/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Hanna Cha and Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with director Angelica Serrano who granted access and guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to entering 1 st grade. This program operates Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. \342\200\223 6:30 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 who is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present. Approved yard waiver to share with school-age 197492776 with staggered schedule. LPAs entered preschool classroom #1 and #2. In preschool classroom #1 LPA Cha observed 10 children napping with staff # 1 present supervising the children. In preschool classroom #2 LPA Cha observed 20 children napping with Staff #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 cleaning solutions stored on top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA Cha observed a trash bin with a lid. LPAs entered TK classroom. LPA Cha observed 10 children napping with staff # 3 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 cleaning solutions stored on top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA Cha observed a trash bin with a lid. LPAs entered classroom for Two\342\200\231s. LPA Cha observed 10 children napping with 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 cleaning solutions stored on top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA Cha observed a trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Cha. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the classroom temperatures to be within range of Title 22 regulations. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classrooms and hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged last serviced on 11/22/2024. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detector located in the hallway and LPA tested and heard the sound. It is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 3/2025. LPA observed napping equipment mats to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms. During this visit, per director Angelica stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Cha asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Director Angelica 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 director\342\200\231s office and children utilize the restroom that is in the village room . The restrooms are in each classroom. LPA Rivera observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 6 toilets, 1 urinal and 5 hand washing sinks. This program provides am/pm snacks and lunch. LPA Cha informed director 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 Cha observed water dispensers and sippy 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 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. Lead testing was conducted on 9/20/22 and no lead exceedance. LPA Cha entered the outdoor play area. The outdoor play area is shared with school age children. A waiver and a staggered schedule on file. LPA Cha observed 1 shed closed. LPA Cha 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 Cha 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 Cha observed 3 hip roof shade structures. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gate closed. LPA observed trash bins with tight lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs and sippy cups. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area front lobby: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu (in the hallway), and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Cha reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files, staff files, and sign in/out sheets and observed 50 signed in signatures. LPA Cha observed director Angelica Serrano Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification from American Heart Association dated 10/28/2023, Preventative Health and Safety certification dated 01/12/2022 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 1/28/2024. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com 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. 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/ . 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/ . Director Angelica Serrano 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 . 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 with director Angelica Serrano.