Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 06/03/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elicia Calvillo conducted an unannounced Case Management -Annual Continuation Inspection. The Facility is located at 217 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA. 91505. LPA arrived at 08:00 AM, identified self and met with Jocelyne Duarte, Assistant Director. LPA identified reason for the visit and provided the Entrance Checklist -Child Care Centers (LIC 125) to help facilitate the inspection. Kithmini Curry, Director arrived at 11:30 AM.
Facility Representative (FR) Jocelyne Duarte, Assistant Director allowed entry to facility and provided LPA with a guided tour of the inside and outside of the facility. The facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 63, per FR they currently have 54 enrolled. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 08:00AM – 06:00PM.
Required postings were observed and posted by the front entrance of the facility.
The facility is made up of four (4) classrooms; Classroom #4 is not used. Classroom #3 ages 2 years – 3.5 years with 4 staff, Classroom #2 ages 3.5 years - 4.5 years with 3 staff, and Classroom #1 ages 4.5 years – 6 years with 2 staff.
LPA toured the classrooms. LPA observed in all the classrooms that the furniture, toys, and equipment were maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts and were appropriate for the ages of the children. The floors of all the classrooms have a surface that is safe and clean. There are individual cubbies
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for each child to store their personal belongings as well as individual baskets for diapers. There is drinking water readily available with the use of water pitchers from filtered water and there is individual water containers labeled with each child’s name for drinking water. LPA observed first aid kits located in all the classrooms and an inventory was conducted for necessary supplies. LPA observed devices on the walls and ceilings, FR confirmed it was fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
On 04/16/2026, during a 3-Year Annual Required Inspection LPA observed at the time of arrival, Classroom #1 and Classroom #2 were in the outdoor play yard. During the tour for Classroom #1, LPA observe Child #1 in the restroom without adult supervision in the classroom. A teacher appeared in the doorway of the classroom while the child was alone on the other side of the classroom. A Type A Citation is issued for California Code of Regulations section 101229(a)(1) Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision.
LPA did not tour the food preparation area. Per FR snacks and meals are provided by the parents and the facility only provides snacks if a child runs out of food or doesn’t have a snack available at meal time. A Type B Citation, for California Code of Regulations section 101227(a)(1) Food Service was issued.
Each classroom has restrooms for children. LPA observed there were toilets, sinks, paper products available, children in diapers are changed while the child is standing, and the restrooms were safe and sanitary.
Fire and Disaster Drill documentation was available, and the last drill was conducted on 08/2025. LPA reviewed the facilities Fire and Disaster written action plan. Per FR, isolation area for sick children in Classroom #4/ Facility Office. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions were stored on high shelves out of the reach of children. There is a telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated for safety and comfort.
LPA toured the outdoor activity area. LPA observed all the outdoor activity areas were in safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts, in good repair and age appropriate. The surfaces of the outdoor activity space are cement and sand, are maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards.
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There is climbing structure that has sand material surrounding and underneath the structure to absorb falls. There is adequate shade in the outdoor activity area with the use of canopies During outdoor activities, children have access to individual bottles and a water pitcher to refill drinking water. LPA advised that no children should be left without supervision at any time. There is no swimming pool. LPA observed fish tank on the premises located in the center’s lobby. LPA advised that children shall not be left without supervision at any time.
LPA’s inspection of Children’s records was made and required forms were reviewed for completeness and documented on LIC857 for children. LPA’s inspection of Staff records was made and required forms were reviewed for completeness and document on LIC859 for staff. LPA’s Staff record review found that 8 out 10 did not contain staff qualifications/transcripts, 8 out 10 did not contain immunization records for measles, pertussis, and influenza vaccinations, 10 out 10 did not contain LIC9108 Statement of Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse, and 9 out 10 did not contain Mandated Reporter Training completion certificate. Three Type B Citations for Health and Safety Code and California Code of Regulations are being issued for 1596.8662(b)(1) Administration of Child Care Licensing, 1596.7995(a)(1) General Provisions and Definitions, and 101216.1(b)(1) Teacher Qualifications and Duties
The Pediatric CPR and First Aid card expires on 02/2028 for the opening and closing Teachers.
LPA observed that teacher-child ratios were maintained, and staff names were recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. The Daily Activity Schedule included a variety of activities that include but are not limited to quiet and active play, rest and relaxation, eating, and toileting. The Sign-in and out sheets were available upon request, LPA observed 6 of 6 children signed in at the time of arrival for the inspection.
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.
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On 04/16/2026, during a 3-Year Annual Required Inspection, LPA’s review of staff criminal records, LPA observed that Nayeli Maldonado did not have a criminal record clearance, exemption, or transfer an existing clearance prior to initial presence at the facility. A Type A Citation is issued for California Code of Regulations section 101170(j) Criminal Record Clearance with a Civil Penalty of $500.00.
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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information
)
CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE or PROVIDED A WRITTEN ATTESTATION OF TESTING EXEMPTION. At Type B Citation is issued for California Code of Regulations section 101700(b) Written Directives for Lead Testing.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Facility Representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPA also informed Facility Representative of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
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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/
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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
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A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Kithmini Curry, Director.
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