Routine inspection (3-year)·January 14, 2026

On 01/14/2026 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) J.Duran and P.Bowden conducted a 3 yr Required Annual Inspection. LPAs met with Site Supervisor, Araceli Zavala who provided a tour of the facility. Site Supervisor, the facility operates two separate sessions \342\200\223 AM session 8am to 11am and the PM session 12pm to 3pm. This is a Title 5 preschool serving ages 2 to 5. The facility has two classrooms where care is provided. In Classroom A, LPA observed 13 children supervised by 2 teachers and Assistant teacher. Classroom B there were 10 children supervised by 2 teachers teacher. All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. LPA observed required posted documentation located in the classroom, which included, Facility License, Publication (PUB) 393- Notification of Parent Rights, Licensing Form (LIC) 610- Facility Disaster Plan, PUB 269- Child Passenger Restraint System and LIC 613A- Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights. LPA observed that facility is missing cafeteria Menu. The two classrooms were inspected for safety, cleanliness and good repair. LPA observed that furniture and equipment is maintained in good condition, free of loose, sharp and/or pointed parts. The floors of the classrooms have surfaces that are safe and clean. The carpets were clean and lighting was in operable condition. There were age appropriate toys and equipment. Children's individual storage space was inspected. There are first aid kits in each classroom and a first aid kit located in the outdoor play area. LPA observed required smoke alarm that is connected to the fire alarm. Per Site supervisor the Carbon Monoxide detector is also connected to fire alarm, the fire department last inspected the fire alarm in 2019. Fire extinguishers had service tag dated 08/14/2025. Site Supervisor was advised to ensure the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in operable condition. Cleaning products are stored in locked storage room in classrooms. Page 1 of 4. Drinking water is made readily available for the children via individual plastic water bottles provided by the center. LPAs observed that the water bottles are labeled with child names. LPAs toured the kitchen. All kitchen areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility provided breakfast for AM session and Lunch for PM session. All food was observed to be in good quality. LPAs did not observe lead testing for center. Per Site Supervisor Lead testing took place 1/13/26 and she will forward results to LPA. Outdoor area and equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperatures, toilet paper, paper towels, area safety and sanitation. The facility does not administer medication. LPAs reviewed Sign In/Out sheets located at the front entrance of each classroom. All children present were signed in and out with date, time and full signature of guardian. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form, Daily schedule and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 12/16/2025. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for Emergency Card, Immunization Records, LIC 995 Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 701- Physician\342\200\231s Report, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, and signed Admissions Agreement. All children's records were complete. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 503- Health Screening, LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunization's against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Transcripts or Permit and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. LPA observed that all Staff Pediatric First Aid & CPR expires on 08/2027 and all staff Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207) expires 08/2027. Page 2 of 4. Facility representative Araceli Zavala 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, 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. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative Araceli Zavala to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information ( https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information ). LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative Araceli Zavala and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative Araceli Zavala 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/ . Page 3 of 4. Facility representative Araceli Zavala 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. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Araceli Zavala. Page 4 of 4.