Routine inspection·March 12, 2026

ANNUAL/ RANDOM INSPECTION CONDUCTED On March 12, 2026, at 11:48 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Carter conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random Inspection and met with Facility Representative Lucina Mena. LPA announced purpose of visit and was granted entry into the facility. A copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist was provided. This is an infant program with a toddler option. Currently this facility does not have children under 12 months enrolled. The program operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30pm. This facility offers two sessions 8:30 AM \342\200\223 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM \342\200\223 3:30 PM. Children attend 3 hours a day for 3 days a week. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility. Teacher-child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. All center staff present during today\342\200\231s inspection had fingerprint clearance and are associated to the designated license number. There is a total census of 10 children and 5 teachers present. The facility is made up of one large classroom. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the posting board at the entrance of the facility. The following documents were observed: LIC 203A- License, LIC 610 A- Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 9148-Earthquake Preparedness Check List, PUB 394- Notification of parent\342\200\231s rights poster, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, PUB 269- Child Car Seat Law, Menus, and Activity Schedule. Beginning at 12:03 PM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. ....... Report Continues Page 1 of 4 Page 2 of 4 Children\342\200\231s napping equipment was not observed due to program lasting only 3 hours. Storage for children's belongings, bathrooms facilities, and isolation areas were inspected. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety, and sanitation. LPA observed bathroom to have operable toilet/sink and adequate toileting supplies for children in care. 1 sink and 3 toilets observed. There is a changing table with arm\342\200\231s reach of the sink. No hazards observed. LPA observed cubbies with wooden toys, puzzles, books, and other appropriate toys to be clean and free loose parts. LPA observed surface of classrooms and carpets to be safe and clean. LPA observed a variety of learning stations with toys well maintained free of hazards and cubby storage for children's belongings. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. LPA observed water pitchers filled with bottled water and disposable cups available for children in care. A first aid backpack is kept in the classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present in the facility. Fire extinguishers were serviced on 09/16/25. Disaster drill log was available with last drill conducted on 03/12/26. Sick/Isolation area is located in the director\342\200\231s office, supervised and away from other children in care. Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted. This facility provides a snack for each session. Snack items were observed to be properly stored. The kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA observed bikes, sandbox area, sensory tables, a play structure with plastic slides, and other age-appropriate toys around the play yard. LPA observed rubber material underneath the play structure to absorb falls. LPA advised the facility representative that children need to be within direct care and visual supervision by the teachers at all times. The children have access to drinking water via water pitchers and disposable cups during outdoor play. LPA observed a hand washing station. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed at time of inspection. Page 3 of 4 Beginning at 12:35 PM, staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. There is at least one staff member trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. CPR card expires on 04/11/27 for Staff 1. \302\267 3 of 6 staff present did not have proof of AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training, deficiency cited. The following were discussed: LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation, this includes any changes as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Facility representative 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. Page 4 of 4 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing S afe 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 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/ . 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. 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 this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D 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\342\200\231s health & safety. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Lucina Mena. Appeal Rights Given