Routine inspection·May 5, 2026

On May 5, 2026, at 11:25 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. LPA was greeted by Licensee, Davie Brown and Co – Licensee, Letty Brown, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee there are 10 children enrolled and LPA observed 5 children in care. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 6:00 am – 6:00 pm. Family members residing in the home are 2 adults who have criminal record clearance. This is a single-story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, laundry room, permitted ADU (1 bathroom, kitchen, playroom, living room) front yard and back yard which is fenced. Off limit areas include 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Areas accessible to children in care are 1 bedroom (nursery), 2 bathrooms (1 bathroom in the hall way inside of the home and 1 bathroom in ADU), living room, kitchen, laundry room, ADU and backyard (fenced). At 11:40 am, licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee, parents drop off their children through the side gate. Upon entrance of the side gate which leads to the back yard, LPA observed the back yard and ADU. In the back yard LPA observed a lounging set and multiple age-appropriate toys for children. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Licensee then led LPA to the ADU where the daycare children spend majority of their time. Page 1 of 4 LPA was led through the kitchen area and did not observe any material that can pose a danger to children in care. LPA then inspected the bathroom in the ADU and was observed to be clean and orderly. The living room was also inspected and observed a couch for children in care. The playroom was then inspected and LPA observed multiple age-appropriate toys. LPA then walked into the home through the back door the goes through the laundry room and into the kitchen. In the kitchen, LPA did not observe any hazardous materials that can pose a danger to children in care. LPA observed the licensee’s knifed to be stored on top of the refrigerator making them inaccessible to children in care. LPA then walked into the living room where LPA observed required postings and a fireplace, which was barricaded making it inaccessible to children in care. LPA then inspected the bathroom that is located in the hallway of the home near the living room. The bathroom was inspected which was clean and orderly. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials that can pose a danger to children in care. Then bedroom 1 (nursey) that is accessible to the children was inspected and LPA observed 3 cribs that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards and cots. Cribs have an appropriate size mattress with fitted sheets. Bedding was observed to be clean, orderly, and stored properly. LPA observed that each child had their own basket in the nursey with their own bedding and blanket. Per licensee, bedding and blankets are washed at the facility. All areas were observed to be clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. There are first aid supplies available. Per licensee, the facility provides snacks for children in care and parents provide meals. LPA reminded licensee, food brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name, stored properly and or refrigerated. If a child becomes ill, the child is isolated in nursery while the child is picked up. A crib/cot is available if needed. Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed a functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detector in the living room area in the home. LPA observed a 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section and serviced on 04/03/2026. There is a working telephone on site. Per Title 22 Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted and documented at least every 6 months. Per licensee, the last emergency disaster drill was conducted and documented on 4/03/2026. Page 2 of 4 Per the licensee, there are no firearms, bodies of water or pets on the premises. Licensee and Co - Licensee obtain current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification that expires 4/02/2027. LPA conducted a children file review and deemed it not complete. 2 out of 5 children did not have a 15-minute safe sleep log for LPA to review. Per licensee, they always observe the infants while they are napping. However, they were not aware they were required to document 15-minutes safe sleep log checks for infants 0 to 2 years old. LPA consulted about 15-minute safe sleep log checks and provided licensee guidance on how to document 15 minutes checks. LPA provided a sample safe sleep log for licensee to observe and follow. LPA also encouraged licensee to read Safe Sleep PIN. 1 out of 5 children did not have consent for emergency medical treatment to be signed by the child’s representative. Facility will receive a technical violation as the form is filled out however, the form is missing the signature. 1 out of 5 children did not have affidavit regarding liability insurance to be signed by the child’s representative. Facility will receive a technical violation as the form is filled out however, the form is missing the signature. LPA conducted staff file review and deemed it complete. Licensee and Co – Licensee have completed mandated reporter training which expires 6/11/2026. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years at www.mandatedreporterca.com Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394) and Earthquake preparedness Checklist. During this inspection LPA discussed with licensee about having required documents also posted in the ADU as that is where parents drop off and pick up the children. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, Page 3 of 4 must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Licensee 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. During the exit interview, licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 . Based on the LPA’s observations and record review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Davie Brown. Page 4 of 4