Routine inspection (3-year)·August 22, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Raul Navarro conducted an unannounced 3 year required inspection on 08/22/2025. Licensee is applying for a capacity increase from 59 preschoolers to 68 preschoolers and from 12 toddlers to 28 toddlers. LPA and LPM arrived at the facility at 8:25 AM. LPA and LPM met with Director Sonya Garibyan who guided LPA and LPM on tour of the facility. Also present was Licensee Rima Zoroyan and Administrator Ani Ouloumian. This is a preschool program licensed for 59 preschoolers and 12 toddlers. Facility consists of 3 classrooms. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. LPA and LPM observed 45 preschoolers (4 toddlers) present being supervised by 6 staff. Teacher/child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be always under visual supervision of a teacher. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. LPA observed some of the children share cubbies, LPA informed Director each child should have their own cubby. Linens are taken home every 2 weeks to be washed. Napping equipment (mats) were observed in each classroom. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the office. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. Page 1. General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. LPA also observed water fountains on the playground. LPA observed during file review that the water was tested for lead in August 2024. LPA observed only the kitchen sinks were tested for Lead, per Administrator the water fountains on the playground were not tested because the water company stated the water fountains were already approved. Administrator did not have documentation stating the water fountains were already approved, LPA advised for the water fountains to either get tested or not be used unless the facility can provide documentation stating the water fountain does not need to be tested for lead. 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. There are cameras located throughout the facility. Per Administrator, the camera does not have audio and the footage is saved for 1 day before it overlaps. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detector was observed in the kitchen and is operable. The kitchen area and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Food is provided by the facility. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, AM and PM snack. First Aid supplies were observed. Per Director, medication is not administered at the facility. Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. LPA observed on the playground one of the exits was not locked. LPA informed staff the exit doors must always remain locked. Page 2. Preschool outdoor measurement: Preschool outdoor: 4,968.7 sq ft. / 75= 66 preschool children Toddler outdoor measurement: Outdoor space : 952 sq. ft / 75 = 12 toddlers. Licensee\342\200\231s application for a capacity increase will be submitted for approval once the following corrections have been made: \302\267 Licensee adds wheels to the cots. \302\267 Heating and air conditioning is added to the classroom C. \302\267 Waivers submitted for both the toddler and preschool yard. At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Sonya Garibyan. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/ tion-process . Page 4. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free .There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. A sample of the children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for Admission Agreement, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 613-Personal Rights, LIC 702-Health History, and LIC 701 Physicians Report, and Immunization Records. Staff records were reviewed for Education, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC503- Health Screening, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Two staff were missing proof of Pertussis vaccination. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Licensee is requesting to add two additional classrooms. Based on the measurements taken Licensee can increase toddlers by 12 and preschool children by 8, making the capacity 24 toddlers and 67 preschoolers. Total capacity 91. Page 3.