Routine inspection·August 20, 2025

On 08/20/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Justeene Tamayo met with the facility Director Rosa Ayala Lopez for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool age license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. Upon arrival LPA observed a total of 38 preschool children. There were 2 lead teachers and 6 teacher assistant supervising the preschool children. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday 7AM-5:30PM. I ncidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Child care center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean, cleaning compounds inaccessible, poisons locked, furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children\342\200\231s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name ) for his/her clothing, personal belongings and or bedding (stored separately). There is a working telephone. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids, drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors (as well as personal disposable cups). All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible, no fireplace. The center has an internal fire system and Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC). Carbon monoxide and smoke detector are in working condition. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed (8 toilets and 8 sinks). LPA observed soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located in the main office. F acility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets (manually and electronically) available and completed daily. No smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. Napping: LPA observed sufficient cots for napping preschool children. Outdoor: There are 2 outside play yards. There is a swimming pool located in front of classrooms #1 and #2 with regulated 5 ft. fencing, which includes a spring closure on the gate. LPA advised Director of new swimming pool requirements, however, per Director the swimming pool belongs to another center located on the same premises. LPA will consult with management regarding new swimming pool regulations. The Center has a shaded area and a playground free from hazards and debris, The play structure has cushion material (grass). The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There is no high climbing equipment, swings, or slides on the premises for Infants/Toddlers. Play yard #1 (located in front of the center) is only used for the preschool age children. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services: Medications inaccessible to children; all prescription and non-prescription medications have child\342\200\231s name and are dated; written consent and instruction from child\342\200\231s representative, a plan to document and report to child\342\200\231s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan on file (if applicable). Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission (licensing medication form- LIC9221 - also used). LPA advised the Director, must administer medication, and document the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication can be brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication will be properly labeled and stored in its original container. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. Currently no children with IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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/childquanda.htm Food Service: LPA observed the kitchen area and observed it to be free of hazardous items. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided. LPA observed the food allergy list posted in each of the classrooms. Menu is posted on the kitchen refrigerator. Staff/Personnel Records: Director (qualified) qualifications were verified, Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging suspected child abuse and mandated reporter were observed in file. Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 08/01/2025. CPR/First Aid, and mandated report training were reviewed. Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty.The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available. Per director, she retook her CPR/First Aid and it expires in December, but Director cannot locate a copy. However, at least one staff needs proof of CPR/First Aid. Lead Teachers CPR First Aid expires on 11/23/2026. Directors mandated reporter training expires on 08/17/2026. Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys/play equipment were not observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Director advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents . Director informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. 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/process No deficiencies were cited at this time. 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. No deficiency. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Rosa Ayala Lopez . This report was read and provided to the Director, along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.