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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LEAPS AND BOUNDS PRESCHOOLLicense 1977501991 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/07/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Justeene Tamayo met with Alex Sinelnikov and Marine Kazarian, Licensee's today for the purpose of conducting an unannounced annual inspection. License is listed as 18 Infants ages 6 weeks - 2 yrs. and Preschool ages 2 - entry into first grade. During this inspection, LPA inspected 6 classrooms (Rm #1 designated for Infants, Rm# 2 designated for Toddlers, and Rms 3,4,5,& 6 designated for Preschool children ages 2-6 years of age). This is a single license. Classroom 6 is under remodeling at this time. The hours of operations are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm. There were a total of zero infants and 29 preschool age children today, along with 4 Lead Teachers and 2 Assistant Teachers, along with licensee's. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Childcare center is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Floor of the classroom has 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 (cubbies, individually labelled with name) for his/her clothing, and personal belongings. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids and water is provided by the parents. All materials and surfaces are toxic free are inaccessible and there is no fireplace. There are working carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector on the premises and a Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC) in each of the classroom. Restrooms: There is a changing table located inside the classroom for infant's diapering needs. LPA observed the area to be clean and sanitary. LPA observed ample diapers, wipes, and cleaning supplies (located under the sink in the classroom with an operable safety latch). There are 2 separate bathrooms available for preschool age children (boys and girls). The boys bathroom has 4T/ 1U/and 5 sinks; the girls bathroom has 5S/ 5T Outdoor: Children use an outdoor playground for exercise and free play. There are two separate play ground areas. One playground area is separated and used for the infants and toddlers at alternating times. Waiver in place. Preschool age children use the playground on the right hand side. The play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. The area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, No bodies of water were observed. There are areas for shade and rest. Grass and sand were observed under the playground structure and swing to cushion any falls. The play area is fully enclosed with a brick wall on all sides. Facility Records: Roster, fire/disaster drill log last completed on 10/15/2025 . CPR/First Aid and mandated reporter training were reviewed and maintained current. Lead Teachers First Aid/CPR expires on 10/12/2026. Lead Teacher Mandated Reporter Training expires on 09/10/2026. At this time, a new Director will be starting at the center on 11/10/2025. LPA emailed Directors Packet needed to Licensee Alex for review and approval. 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. Food Service: The center provides whole milk to infants. Formula and water are brought by parents and properly labeled with each child\342\200\231s name. The classroom has a sink to wash bottles after each use. The kitchen area is off limits to children in care. Sharp utensils are inaccessible. The refrigerator and freezer is clean and fully stocked. Food served to children are breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Cleaning supplies are kept in underneath the kitchen sink and inaccessible to children in care by a safety latch on the cabinet. Advisory/Other: First aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors) readily available in each classroom. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, sign in/out sheets available and completed daily at pick up and drop off. Smoking is prohibited on the premises, and daily inspection for illness is conducted. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. Infant Safe Sleep: LPA observed cribs in the infant room for sleeping. LPA observed the cribs to be free from bumper pads, pillows, toys, blankets, hanging above items. LPA observed the safe sleep chart for individual infants. LPA reminded licensee Safe Sleep charts must be completed for infants aged 0-24 months. LPA observed cots for the preschool age children to use. Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or play equipment were observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. Sign in and out sheets are completed daily at pick up and drop off times. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Health Related Services: Licensee is advised all prescription and non-prescription medications must have child\342\200\231s name and are dated, written consent and instruction from child\342\200\231s representative, and a plan to document and report to child\342\200\231s representative when medication is administered to a child; IMS plan was discussed and licensee understands when IMS is necessary. 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). Per licensee, no children enrolled who require medication. LPA advised the licensee 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. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the director\342\200\231s office. Currently , Incidental Medical Services are not provided to children in care. LPA reviewed 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 l 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. Licensee advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents . Licensee 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 the day care center. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. An On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. 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 childcare center, 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, however two Technical Violations were given. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was read and provided to the licensee, along with a copy of his appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

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What happened during the November 7, 2025 inspection of LEAPS AND BOUNDS PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of LEAPS AND BOUNDS PRESCHOOL on November 7, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LEAPS AND BOUNDS PRESCHOOL on November 7, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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