Routine inspection·February 6, 2026

ANNUAL/RANDOM INSPECTION CONDUCTED IN SPANISH On February 6, 2026, at 10:10 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Andrea Carter and Ashley Calderon conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random inspection and met with Maria Alonso, the licensee . LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and granted entry into the facility. Licensee was provided with a copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist. All adults associated to the home were found to have criminal record clearance. Also present was licensees\342\200\231 husband and 1 assistant. At the initial start of the inspection there was 1 daycare children present during today\342\200\231s inspection. Licensee states that there are currently 20 children enrolled. Licensee reports the facility\342\200\231s hours of operation are Monday through Sunday from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Licensee provides transportation. \302\267 At 10:20 C2 arrived at the daycare \302\267 At 11:18 C1 was picked up from the daycare This is a single story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/dining area, living room, and attached garage. Areas used by the children include the living room (main care area), hallway bathroom, and kitchen. Per Licensee, areas off-limits to children and parents include 3 bedrooms, bathroom inside the bedroom, and attached garage. LPAs observed the attached garage is accessed through the kitchen. LPAs observed the door is kept locked. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety and comfort of the children. .......... Report Continues Page 1 of 5 Page 2 of 5 Facility License and Parents\342\200\231 Rights were posted and observed in main care area at time of inspection. Earthquake Preparedness form was provided to the licensee, completed and posted during the inspection visit. Disaster drill log was also available during today\342\200\231s inspection, with last disaster drill conducted on January 18, 2026. LPAs observed the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher with service tag dated December 11, 2025. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in operable condition and tested at time of inspection. The facility has air conditioning units interconnected with heating in the home and maintains telephone service via cell phone. LPAs observed age-appropriate toys and learning materials available for children in care, free of loose and sharp parts. LPAs observed a variety of charts, books, and blocks. There were 2 play yards, a portable crib, and a changing table against the wall observed in the main care area. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. At 10:30 AM, LPAs observed 2 mattress stacked together inside the portable crib. Bottom mattress still had plastic attached. LPAs advised licensee to remove plastic and one of the mattress from the crib during inspection visit. LPAs observed play yard to have a loose fitting sheet. Licensee changed the sheet in play yard to a more fitted sheet during inspection visit. LPA observed 1 toddler and 1 infant during play time. The children use the bathroom in the hallway. LPA did not observe hazards in the bathroom. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications are stored in an off-limits garage of the home inaccessible to children in care. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. The Licensee does understand that poison must be locked. The Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Per licensee, the children have access to the backyard for outside play. LPAs observed toys for children in care. At 10:45 AM LPAs observed a blue tarp used to surround the awing that house donated furniture, equipment, and toys to make that area inaccessible. Licensee states she will work on removing items and placing them in the garage, completed during inspection visit. LPAs observed there is a dog kept in a dog run on the side home inaccessible to children in care. LPAs did not observe any pools, spas, or other bodies of water at time of inspection. Food is provided for children in care. LPA reminded licensee that any food brought from the children\342\200\231s homes shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per the Licensee, there are no children enrolled that requires medication administered or any children with allergies. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the kitchen, supervised and away from the other children in care . Page 3 of 5 Infant Care: Currently there is 1 infant enrolled. LPAs observed sleep log for enrolled infant. Licensee was advised Infants shall not be swaddled in care. Car seats shall only be used for transportation purposes and shall not be used for sleeping. LPA discussed the new Safe sleep regulation, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0 \342\200\223 24months. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). All required licensing forms are in file. Staff records were reviewed: Licensee and Assistants\342\200\231 Pediatric CPR / First Aid valid until: 11/27. Staff had proof of required immunization's and proof of TB clearance. Licensee and Assistants\342\200\231 Mandated Reporter training is valid until: 03/06/27. All adults had LIC 508 criminal record statement on file. Assistant had LIC 9052 on file. During the inspection, children present were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. Per the licensee, there is one pet dog in the home that does not interact with day care children. The Licensee confirms there are no smokers in the home, there are no weapons or firearms in the home none observed by LPA's. The following was discussed: \302\267 Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. NO infant walkers, NO Johnny jumpers, NO saucer chairs, NO incline sleepers, or any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. Effective January 1, 2010, Licensees of family childcare homes are required to ensure that at least one staff member with current training in Pediatric First Aid & CPR is on site at all times when children are present. \302\267 Reporting Requirements: Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur, such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. Page 4 of 5 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, 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. 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 informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the Licensee Maria Alonso, 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 . No deficiencies will be cited today 2/6/26. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Maria Alonso. Appeal Rights Given ..........Report Ends Page 5 of 5..........