Routine inspection·September 12, 2025

On Friday, September 12, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Director Amanda Rockford. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Director Amanda Rockford. LPA and Director toured the facility. LPA observed two staff providing care and supervision to 19 children. The current days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and after school care from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m (Tuesday) and 2:30 p.m through 6:30 p.m. (all other weekdays). Physical Plant/Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: The facility operates in two classrooms referred to as the YMCA of Metro LA/North Valley Darby Before and After School Age Program. The YMCA program is located in one bungalow separated into two classrooms on Darby Elementary School campus. The facility was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, good repair, telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation. LPA Cha observed labeled cubbies for children's belongings. An isolation area was inspected. Per Director, children do not nap at facility, but are provided mats and blankets if rest time is needed. LPA Cha tested carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector to be in operable condition. Trash bins were observed to have tight fitting lids. Per Director, there are no poisons on the premises. LPA Cha observed the furniture/equipment in good condition. LPA Cha observed no fireplaces and wall heaters. Bathroom: LPA observed bathroom for safe and sanitary operating condition with no hazardous materials. The facility consists of two children\342\200\231s restroom (one in each classroom). LPA observed one sink and one toilet in the each children\342\200\231s restroom. Toilet paper, paper towels, and soap were available to children. Food Preparation Area: LPA observed the food preparation area (located in classroom A) for safety, sanitation, and good repair. Food preparation area consists of refrigerator/freezer, sink, microwave, toaster oven, and pantry cabinets. Per Director, there are no knives on premises. The only sharp items are apple cutters which are placed in cabinet made inaccessible with child safety locks. Per Director, facility only provides morning and afternoon snack. Menus were observed. Children are provided with filtered water in a Brita dispenser and disposable cups. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: LPA inspected the outdoor play space for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, cushioned floors, and shady areas. Per Director, children utilize outside concrete area partitioned with cones. Children are provided play equipment such as balls and hoops. Pools/Spa/Bodies of Water: Per LPA observation, there are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed two children files which contained all required information. LPA reviewed two staff files which included all required information. Director CPR/FA expires on 06/2027. Director Mandated Reporter training expires on 03/2026. Postings: LPA observed required postings as follows: Facility License, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster, Passenger Car Seat Law (PUB 269), and Emergency Disaster Plan. Other: Per Director, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per Director, there are no firearms/weapons stored on premises. Per recorded documentation, Fire/Earthquake drills last completed on 08/2025. 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 . Director 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. The facility provided lead testing results under 5.5 ppb, which are the allowable exceedance tested on 12/13/2022. 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 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. During this investigation, LPA Cha did not observe any Title 22 deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was printed and reviewed with the Director Amanda Rockford along with Appeal Rights.