Incident investigation·June 24, 2025

**AMENDED REPORT - CHANGE ON PAGE 2** Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Franchesca White arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced Case Management - Incident Inspection. LPA White announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the facility by Director LaTonya Patterson. Census was taken. All staff present have current criminal background clearance. The purpose of today's visit is due to an Unusual Incident Report (UIR) received to the department on 6/17/2025 regarding personal rights of a child. LPA White reviewed the report with the Director, and was given a tour of the classrooms. LPA White conducted observations of the children, staff, and overall classroom interactions and structure. LPA White observed Staff 7 (S7) helping a child wash hands. While giving instructions to assistant teaching staff in the classroom. LPA observed her tone, cadence, and ability to gather the children's attention with her words, and facial expressions. LPA White observed S7 redirect a child from the table back to the restroom to wash hands. Child followed S7 instructions. LPA White observed 9 children present at the time of inspection with 2 assisting staff members. During the inspection, Site Supervisor LaTonya Patterson informed LPA White that quality assurance for Drew Child Development Corporation conducted interviews with 9 out of the 12 children enrolled in the class, and they had positive reports regarding the care that S7 provides to the children. During the visit LPA White conducted an interview with S7. S7 states that she believes in providing a nurturing environment for the children coupled with structure and routine. S7 states that she is firm, but always loving when caring for the children. .................................................Report Continues 1 of 2 Pages............................................................... LPA White reviewed Staff file for S7 and observed a brief biography write up for S7. S7 has an extensive career in child care, with academic degrees in Child Development. Based on observations, interviews, and record review there are no deficiencies cited in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to post will result in a civil penalty of $100. Report was reviewed with Site Supervisor. A copy of the report and appeal rights was provided to Site Supervisor, La'Tonya Patterson. .........................................................Report ends 2 of 2 Pages.....................................................................