ReadyRule: Public inspection record
ARMENIAN MESROBIAN PRESCHOOL
License #198008369 · Los Angeles, CA
Routine inspection · June 3, 2026
Source: https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/FacDetail/198008369 https://readyrule-s3-etl-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/reports/198008369/2026-06-03-inspection-1.html
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What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required inspection. LPA met with Director, Angin Vardapetyan, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 50 children which operates Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Per the Director there are 36 children enrolled.
All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Room 1 and Room 2 were emptied- Room # 3: Staff #1 and Staff #2 with 13 children; Outdoor play area: Staff #3, Staff # 4 and Staff #5 with 19 children; Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.
LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Children cubbies to store their belongings were observed. Napping equipment in forms of cots were also observed- sheets are sent home weekly to be washed.
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At this time, the office is used as an isolation area. There is a couch in the office. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted.
Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides AM/PM snacks and lunch. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately.
There is drinking water available in all indoor classrooms and water fountains are available in the outdoor play area. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair.
LPA observed that there are smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. Last disaster drill conducted was on 4/8/2026.
Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility. 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.
Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that a health screening report is on file. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults was reviewed. There is at least one staff member with current Pediatric first aid and CPR.
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B792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees)
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AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided:
https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers
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All staff present had a current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Certificate.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/
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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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES,
LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at:
www.ccld.ca.gov
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Facility representative 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.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, ---------------- Page 3 of 4 -----------
prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. 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.
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
At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Angin Vardapetyan.
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