Routine inspection·April 23, 2026

On 4/23/26 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Portia Bowden conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at the above facility. At 12:30PM LPA met with Director April explained the reason for visit, provided LIC 125 (Entrance Checklist) and was guided on a tour. Per Director, the facility operating hours are Monday through Saturday from 7AM – 5PM. LPA observed all required documents on the facility licensing board (PUB 269, PUB 393, LIC 610, LIC 9224, LIC 613A). LPA Observed an Emergency Drill log dated 4/26. This is a school age program serving ages 6-14 years old, consisting of 1 classroom and an enclosed outdoor play area. Per Director there are currently 2 enrolled. LPA observed 0 children in care during inspection. Also housed on the premises is a Preschool Program (Facility Number 197419350) and an Infant Program (Facility Number 197419349) Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Per Director there are no children in care with food allergies or who require Incidental Medical Services. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Per Director there is 1 child in care with food allergies (Shrimp). Per Director facility does not serve shrimp. Per Director no children in care require Incidental Medical Services. Per Director Facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services. Per Director transportation is not provided. The following was observed during the tour of the facility: furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. At 1:15PM LPA observed a wall heater along the wall of the school aged classroom. PM LPA observed a Carbon monoxide detector on the ceiling of the school age classroom. At 1:35PM LPA observed cots for sleeping. Per Director, all linens are washed by the facility once a week and as needed. LPA observed age appropriate toys and learning materials in both classrooms. The classroom floors were in good condition, free of any tripping or fall hazards. LPA observed 6 toilets and 5 sinks in the bathroom. LPA observed no cabinets in the bathroom. Toilets and sinks were in good repair, floors were free and clear of obstructions and trip hazards. Per PIN 21-21-CCP lead testing to be conducted for all equipment used for drinking consumption. LPA observed negative Lead testing results dated 4/23. LPA observed gallons of bottled water throughout the center as well as paper cups for children’s use. Per Director bottled water is taken outside during outdoor play for children to access. Per Director outside food is permitted in the facility. LPA reminded Director to ensure all food brought into the facility is labeled with child’s name and dated. Facility supplies Breakfast, AM snack, Lunch and PM Snack. Kitchen is located behind classrooms separated by door. All food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. LPA observed 2 knives in a high kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed Disinfectants are stored in the locked janitor closet, inaccessible to children in care. Per Director there are no poisons are stored in the janitor closets the premises accessible to children in care. Outdoor play area was observed to be enclosed with playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed age appropriate grass soft cushioning underneath and various other age appropriate toys. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic free. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. LPAs reviewed 2 staff files and observed them to be complete. LPA observed a Current Mandated Reporter certificates for all staff. LPA observed current Pediatric CPR/ First Aid certificates. 2 children’s files were reviewed and observed to be complete. No Deficiencies were observed during today’s inspection. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. The person who signs the child in/out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Program Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, 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. 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 notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No Deficiencies were observed Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director April Bohanan