Routine inspection·September 30, 2025

On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with site supervisor Candice Correa who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that serves children ages 3 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. \342\200\223 12:00 p.m. (half day). Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared and at least one person who is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present. LPA entered classroom CDP PS 1. LPA Rivera observed 18 children with staff #1, staff #2, and staff #3 present providing care and supervision. LPA 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. LPA observed cubbies for children to store their personal items. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the bottom sink cabinet with a child proof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA Rivera observed trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostat located in classroom and the temperature to be at 71. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 5/29/25. LPA did not observe sleeping mats due to this is a half day program. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms. During this visit, site supervisor Candice stated currently has no children with severe food allergies or on medication. LPA Rivera asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons or bodies of water. The site supervisor stated there were no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Site supervisor stated the ill isolation area takes place in the site supervisor office and children utilize the restroom located in site supervisor office. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed the playground to be fenced all around and the gates closed with keypad locks. LPA Rivera observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with granulated rubber mat that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed 2 hip roof shade structures. LPA observed trash bins with lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out children sippy cup and available water fountain. LPA observed a storage shed closed and locked. This program provides lunch and prepared offsite. The meals are delivered daily by School Day caf\303\251 (Saugus school district). LPA Rivera informed site supervisor Candice that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Rivera observed children personal water bottles and water fountains onsite. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 8/15/24 and no lead exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area : Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Rivera reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files, and sign in/out sheets and observed 18 signed in signatures. LPA was not able to fully review staff files due to files are located at Saugus School District. LPA Rivera observed site supervisor Candice Correa American Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 8/24/25 and completed the child abuse mandated reporter certification dated 11/1/24. Site supervisor was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available www.mandatedreporterca.com The following was also discussed with director: 1. The following items are zero tolerance 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. 3. Current Children\342\200\231s 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 licensing agency upon request. 4.LIC 125 Entrance Checklist provided, and LPA informed that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6.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 9.Children\342\200\231s 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. 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/ . Site supervisor 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 . No deficiencies given. 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 site supervisor Candice Correa.