Routine inspection·April 2, 2026

ANNUAL / RANDOM INSPECTION CONDUCTED On April 2, 2026, at 10:10 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Carter conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random Inspection at the above facility and met with Facility Representative (FR) Rubicely Saucedo. LPA announced purpose of visit and was granted entry into the facility. This facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 95. The program currently operates Monday - Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility. Required postings were observed. LIC 125 was provided. Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. All center staff present during today’s inspection had fingerprint clearance and are associated to the designated license number. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Electronic Sign in/out sheet reviewed by LPA. The facility is made up of 7 classroom. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 37 children and 6 teachers present. Room 117 Little Koalas (2yr old class) had 10 children and 2 staff, Room 115 Playful Pandas (3yr old class) had 9 children and 1 staff, Room 114 Blissful Bears (Pre-K) had 8 children and 1 staff, Room 113 Fantastic Fox (Pre-K) had 10 children and 1 staff at time of inspection. LPA observed the Napping room 118, Room 112, and Room 116 to be empty. Beginning at 10:25 AM, 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 napping equipment met the requirement regulation at time of inspection. 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 the bathrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 8 toilets and 2 sinks with 4 hand washing sensors. LPA observed cubbies with wooden toys, puzzles, books, and other appropriate toys to be clean and free of hazards at time of inspection. LPA observed the floors in the classroom to have a clean and safe surface. LPA observed carpets and age-appropriate tables and chairs in each classroom. LPA observed red backpacks for first aid supplies kept in each classroom. Per FR, bed linens are taken home at the end of the week to be washed and returned. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are present in the facility and observed to be operable. LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom. Fire extinguishers are located in the hallways with service tags dated 03/19/26, observed by LPA. Disaster drill log was available with last drill conducted on 03/05/26. Isolation area for sick children is t he m ain office supervised and away from other children in care until child is picked up by Authorized Representative. Per FR, currently there are no children that require medication administered. LPA observed medication storage area is a duffle bag inside a file cabinet in the main office, centrally located but inaccessible to children. Menus were reviewed at time of inspection. This facility provides AM/PM snacks and hot lunch is prepared daily at the school cafeteria for children enrolled in the lunch program. Food and snack items are properly stored. Food preparation area was toured and found in compliance for safety, cleanliness, and proper storage. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. Children bring their own labeled water bottles from home. The children's personal water bottles are refilled when needed via water bottle provided by the facility. Facility has not conducted the lead testing. A representative from Childcare Facility Lead Testing inspected the site on 09/25/24 stating lead testing is not required at this time, documentation provided to LPA. Beginning at 10:45 AM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age-appropriateness. LPA observed bikes, a play structure with plastic slides, and other age-appropriate toys around the play yard. Required shade and fencing were inspected. PAGE 3 OF 4 LPA advised FR that children should always be within direct care and visual supervision by the teachers. Per Director, the children have access to drinking water via personal water bottles during outdoor play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed at time of inspection. Beginning at 11:00 AM, staff and children’s 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. LPA observed current CPR and First Aid Certification for center staff. CPR card expires on 08/11/27 for Staff Member#1. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter were reviewed. Facility representative was advised on how to access forms and Regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov . to ensure the most current information regarding regulations for all those who assist in providing care. The following were discussed: LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCLD 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 childcare 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 referred facility representative 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 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 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative Rubicely Saucedo. Appeal Rights Given ..... Report End Page 4 of 4