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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

READY SET GROWLicense 1980103075 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Cynthia Reyes conducted an unannounced case management inspection on this date. This inspection is to ensure the health and safety standards as required by the regulations, Title 22, child care centers are met for this Preschool. LPA met with Director Brenda Garcia, who the inspection was gone over and a tour of the facility was conducted. During the walk through of the facility on 01/29/2026 and 02/11/2026, LPA observed the following citations. (Citation cited on this date due to lack of time on the other dates listed) - All fire extinguishers are not serviced and expired on 12/20/2024 - Window sills are dirty, some with dead flies. - Paint is chipping on all walls and window sills. - Borders around the classrooms are dirty or coming off - Windows need coverings or are old and dirty - Floors have wax build up, carpets are dirty and floor tiles are missing. - 2 toilets and 2 sinks are broken, not working and dirty. - Several class rooms have several outlet covers missing. - All ceilings and air vents are dirty (black) mostly around the air vents. - No hot water in the facility (Kitchen & bathrooms) Knobs need to be changed to release hot and cold water -Outdoor play yard needs fence enclosure. Continue on next page Page 2 Based on the LPA observations, interviews conducted and records reviews, 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. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Brenda Garcia LPA, Cynthia Reyes informed Director Brenda Garcia, that this report dated 01/29/2026 document(s) (2) Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of a child in care. Also, LPA, Reyes informed Licensee, to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 02/23/2026 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC9224), or written statement, must be placed in the child’s file for verification.

Citations

5 citations 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.

  • 101227(22)(A)Type A

    Food Services (22) Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food or snacks shall be provided, and shall be well-maintained. Necessary equipment shall include, but not be limited to: (A) Hot and cold running water. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: The facility kitchen does not have hot water for the washing and/or drying cycle to ensure that dishes and utensils are cleaned and sanitized which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

    Outdoor Activity Space: The playground shall be enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence shall be at least four feet high. LPA observed in the preschool outdoor play yard it is not enclosed near the school age walk way and the back outdoor gate leading to the street is accessible for a preschool child to go out of, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

    Indoor Activity Space: The floors of all rooms shall have a surface that is safe and clean. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed in the preschool classroom carpets, floors including all corners need cleaning, removal of all wax buildup and missing floor tiltes which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101238(a)Type A

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    Buildings and Grounds: The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitorsThis requirement is not met as evidenced by:Based on LPA observation on 02/11/2026, All the fire extinguishers in the facility expired on 12/20/2024 which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 101239(e)(4)(n)Type B

    Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies (e) Faucets used by children for personal care shall deliver hot water. (4) All toilets, hand washing and bathing facilities shall be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. (n) Furniture and equipment shall be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed in the preschool bathroom 2 toilets and 2 sinks not working, all sinks do not have hot water or knobs for both. Furniture need painted/cleaned which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal right risk to person in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 23, 2026 inspection of READY SET GROW?

This was a other inspection of READY SET GROW on February 23, 2026. 5 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious) and 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to READY SET GROW on February 23, 2026?

Yes, 5 citations were issued (2 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Food Services (22) Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food or snacks shall be provided, and..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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