Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On
10/24/2025
, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cristina Castellanos conducted an unannounced 3 Year Required Inspection for the facility named above. LPA Castellanos was greeted by staff member 1 (S1). LPA toured the facility both indoors and outdoors and observed a total of 11 children in care, being supervised and cared for appropriately by 3 fingerprint cleared staff members. The preschool program operates from 7:30am to 6:00pm Monday through Friday.
Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained during today\342\200\231s inspection. LPA observed the following teacher-to-child ratios in each classroom:
Classroom 1 (Mix): six (6) children being supervised by one (1) staff member.
Classroom 2 (Small): five (5) children being supervised by one (1) staff member.
Classroom 3: Vacant - used for Afterschool program.
All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The preschool program is in compliance with Title 22 regulations regarding Staff to Student ratios. Parents sign their children in and out of the facility via the BrightWheel online application. LPA Castellanos advised administrators to ensure that parents sign using their full legal name.
There are no swimming pools, ponds, or other bodies of water on the premises
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There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other hazardous items are made inaccessible to the children in care. All poisons are kept out of the children\342\200\231s reach, locked inside the storage cabinet inside the children\342\200\231s designated restrooms.
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The teachers do the day-to-day cleaning in the classrooms; clean and disinfect as needed.
LPA Castellanos observed a total of four (4) fully charged fire extinguishers throughout the facility, four (4) smoke alarm and one (1) carbon monoxide detector in classroom 1. Additionally, all classrooms have a Pull Fire Alarm system. LPA observed a First Aid Kit, an Emergency First Aid Backpack and a Secure Captain Fire blanket (CE standard: EN-1869:2019) in the office/reception area
LPA Castellanos conducted a Health and Safety inspection of the kitchenette area, and all kitchen food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. All food is protected against contamination, and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair.
All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. LPA Castellanos inspected the classroom and observed age-appropriate toys, books, and furnishings. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts.
Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb all falls.
The facility only provides snacks throughout the day. Per staff member 1 (S1) parents ensure they provide the meals for their children, which comply with dietary restrictions and allergies. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining a system where allergies and food restrictions are noted. LPA observed an allergy list posted in the kitchen area as well as every classroom.
Drinking water from a container is available to the children in care both indoors and outdoors. Children bring in their own refillable water container.
Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption.
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At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. A current CPR and Pediatric First Aid was observed for S1 taken on 04/13/2025.
LPA discussed the importance of making sure that all Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid training is EMSA approved.
LPA Castellanos reviewed 6 children\342\200\231s files and observed files to be in compliance including current contact information for authorized representatives and/or relatives who can assume responsibility for the child, immunization records, and authorization for medical treatment. LPA provided administrator the LIC125 and LIC311A forms for further review and reference.
Administrator 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 21-21.1-CCP).
CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND HAS REMEDIATING LEAD EXCEEDANCES. LPA Castellanos verified that the lead testing completed in 2022 is in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in
PIN 21-21.1-CCP
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The facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS to the children in care. LPA Castellanos reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies. LPA discussed with the administrator all the necessary paperwork that needs to be included with the medication and reminded that all medication needs to be in its original content with current prescription. LPA reminded staff that all medications shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children. For IMS information see
PIN 22-02-CCP
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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
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LPA Castellanos reminded administration to access the Community Care Licensing website
www.ccld.ca.gov
for access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.
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
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For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the
Program website
at
www
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cdss.ca
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gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process
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Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection.
An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with S1. A copy of this report was discussed and left with S1. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
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