Routine inspection·February 24, 2026

On February 24, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Calloway made an unannounced inspection to the above facility for the purpose of conducting an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with Nicole Medina facility representative who granted access. The owner/director was not present when LPA arrived but came later. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed twenty-nine (29) day care children in active play and six staff. The facility is open from 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Monday-Saturday. All employees 18 years or older that are working or volunteering have a Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI) and Child Abuse Central Index Clearance and are associated with the facility. Physical Plant: The required postings were present on a visible parent wall. The sign in/out sheets were on a digital APP called ProCare. There are three (3) clean and safe classrooms, the telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. The staff/ child ratios were observed to be compliant; The daily schedule, and activities were posted. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with their names and photos in each classroom. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were appropriately aged and in good condition. There were activity rugs inside the room for play. Representative stated the rugs are cleaned once a month. The drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water dispensers and disposable cups. The napping equipment are cots and there was enough for all children. Representative stated the bedding is stored separately and washed weekly. First Aid Kits were in each classroom in a yellow backpack. There is no Emergency Survival Kit, but Representative stated there is enough food and supplies inside the day care center. Trash cans have secure lids. The temperature inside the room was comfortable. Representative stated, the fire extinguishers, ceiling sprinklers, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the day care center are all operable and were checked during the last fire inspection.There was a changing table with diapers and wipes labeled in the two-year-old classroom and a hand-washing sink nearby that was functioning properly. Inside the children\342\200\231s restrooms, there are two toilets and two handwashing sinks that are functioning properly and at the appropriate height. LPA observed a large hole in the wall near the floor in one of the toilet areas inside the Pre-K classroom bathroom. Representative stated they will have the hole repaired. LPA reviewed and discussed the regulations with the representative. The representative stated they are aware of the reason for the deficiency being cited. LPA did not observe any accessible hazards. There was soap, toilet paper, and paper towels available. The staff restrooms are in the hallway outside of the classroom. There is a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, and sink. The kitchen was clean and there were no accessible hazards observed. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks. The menus are posted inside/outside the class. There is a confidential allergy list posted on the wall in the kitchen and all classrooms. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. LPA observed 1% nonfat milk and almond milk in the refrigerator. Representative stated the parents supplied the almond milk for their child. The staff\342\200\231s food items were in a separate refrigerator. The chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept separate from the food in the staff bathroom in the kitchen. Outside: Outdoor play equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and is age appropriate. LPA observed a large plastic play structure securely anchored in the ground with a canopy for shade and a rubber mat as a cushioned surface. There was a climbing apparatus and airplane teeter totter anchored in the ground with a rubber mat as a cushioned surface. There was plastic play equipment and play houses and concrete for active play. The playground was observed to be free of debris. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water jug and disposable cups. Representative stated there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any. The fencing is chain-linked with privacy screening that was observed locked and is secure around the entire playground. Other Review: Children and staff files were reviewed. Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid (expires: 3/2027). Representative stated transportation is provided. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 1/14/26 and the Earthquake drill was conducted: 3/25/25. Representative stated they thought it was only one drill done every six months and will do both drills from now on. Representative stated the last facility fire inspection was conducted: 1/2026. The child/parent roster was incomplete with all required information. There were several children missing the physician names/phone numbers on the roster. Representative stated they will add them. Representative stated the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate isolation area for ill children in a room adjacent to the site supervisor's office until the parent can pick up the child. Representative stated, the medications are stored in the office, locked. A review of medication policy states that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The management staff administers medication and documents the dosage, date, and time on a log. All medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. LIC 125 form was discussed with the representative. The following was discussed with the Representative: Access the CCLD Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov . to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. Report any director or staff changes within ten (10) days. All representatives are responsible for knowing the regulations when providing care. All employees should know their role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter. Training is renewed every two years at: mandatedreporterca.com. All adults 18 years 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/ . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers that were constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test. For childcare 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). Or LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead Poisoning: For more information, go to the California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch\342\200\231s website at www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/clppb,or call them at (510) 620-5600. Review PUB 515 for information and posting. Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare 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 . 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 receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/ subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Reminder: The CCLD On Duty Worker is available: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, at (661) 202-3318 for questions, information, and unusual incident reporting. Once the incident is reported within twenty-four (24) hours via telephone, follow up with a written report (LIC 624 form) via email to unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov or via fax (661) 202-3810 within seven days of reporting. There are Type B deficiencies cited during this inspection. See LIC 809D pages attached to this report. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was read, a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213), this report, and Appeal Rights were provided to Chauncy Smith, Facility Director A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting will result in a $100 civil penalty.