Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On Friday, April 17, 2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Evelyn Garcia and Maria Avalos conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Zovig Injejikian and Salenik Ter Grigorian, who guided LPAS Garcia on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:30 am- 6:00pm Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed. There are 5 classrooms total in the facility, with 99 children present, 17 teachers and 2 administrators.
LPAs entered Lady Bug classroom. LPAs observed 28 children walking to the playground, and 3 teachers present supervising the children. LPAs observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPAs observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPAs observed cleaning solutions stored under the sink cabinet with a safety latch making it inaccessible for children to open. LPAs observed a trash can with tight fitting lid.
LPAs entered Butterfly classroom. LPAs observed 15 children sitting for group activities and 3 teachers present supervising the children. LPAs observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPAs observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPAs observed cleaning solutions stored under the sink cabinet with a safety latch making it inaccessible for children to and open. LPAs observed a trash bin with tight fitting lid.
LPAs entered Bee classroom. LPAS observed 24 children engaged in group activities and 2 teachers were present supervising the children. LPAS observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPAs observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPAS observed cleaning solutions stored under the sink cabinet with a safety latch making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPAs Garcia observed a trash bin with a tight fitting lid.
LPAs entered the Kindergarten classroom. LPAs observed 10 children in group activities and 1 teacher was present supervising the children. LPAs observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPAs observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPAs observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPAs observed a step trash bin with a lid.
LPAs entered the Kindergarten (2
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) classroom. LPAs observed 15 children in group activities and 2 teachers were present supervising the children. LPAs observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPAS observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPAS observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet with a key lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPAs observed a step trash bin with a lid.
Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPAs Garcia. LPAs observed central AC/heater in wall units. LPAs observed the thermostats located in Bee classroom and temperature was observed to be a comfortable 71 degrees. LPAs observed the fire extinguishers located in each classroom and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 12/5/2025. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom were located, tested and are operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 11/14/26. LPAs observed napping equipment (cots) to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPAs observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per school Director Injejikian, stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies.
LPAS Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Director Injejikian, stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPAs did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Director Injejikian stated, the ill isolation area takes place in the director’s office and children will utilize staff restroom.
5 classrooms share restrooms, and the restrooms are located down stairs near the administrative office. The kindergarten classroom has their own bathroom located in the classroom.
LPAs observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPAs observed 2 restrooms that are separated for boys and girls with a total of 5 toilets, 2 urinals, 6 hand washing sinks, and 1 changing station.
LPAs entered the outdoor play area and observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. There are two yards and 2 climbing structures. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPAs Garcia observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPAS Garcia observed sun sails for shade. LPAs observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a hinge lock. LPAs observed 2 trash bins with tight lids. For outdoor water drinking, children bring out their individual drinking water bottles.
This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Meals and snacks are provided by an outside vendor. For water drinking, LPAs observed children’s individual water bottles, labeled in the classrooms that are refilled as need with filtered water. LPAs observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Facility conducted lead testing dated 2/22/25 and there were no lead exceedances.
The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPAS Garcia observed sign in/out sheets.
LPAs reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files to be complete. Staff files and observed the files to be complete, apart from missing immunization record for 1 staff.
LPAs observed director Injejikian Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated, 10/22/24, Preventative Health and Safety dated, 6/3/22 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training, dated 12/13/25.
Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at
www.mandatedreporterca.com
Items discussed during this visit:
1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing:
Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both
2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus:
Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request.
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Current Children’s Roster:
Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the
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icensing agency upon request
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LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility:
LPASs advised that forms, regulations, and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at:
www.ccld.ca.gov
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Pediatric First Aid and CPR:
At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present.
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Designated Staff:
The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file.
7.Qualifications:
Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review
8. Immunization Requirements:
Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination
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Children’s Records:
must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address, and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.
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Staff Records:
must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, AB 1207 Mandated Child Abuse Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza or influenza declination.
Criminal Record Clearance - Licensee 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.
CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES:
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).
LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
LPAs referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.
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/
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Licensee 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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LPA Garcia informed facility representative, Zovig Injejikian, that this report dated 4/17/26 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
In addition, LPA Garcia informed the facility representative to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 4/17/26, that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.
Notice of Site Visit
- A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with
Administrators, Zovig Injejikian and Salenik Ter Grigoryan
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