Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 05/07/2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elicia Calvillo and Samantha Barba conducted an unannounced 3-Year Annual Required Inspection. The Facility is located at 721 S. San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502. LPA Calvillo arrived at 07:45 AM, identified self and met with Armine Avetisian, Owner/Director. LPA Calvillo identified reason for visit and provided the Entrance Checklist -Child Care Centers (LIC 125) to help facilitate the inspection.
Facility Representative (FR) Armine Avetisian, Owner/Director allowed entry into the facility and provided LPA Calvillo with a guided tour of inside and outside of the facility. The facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 58, per FR Armine Avetisian, Owner/Director they currently have 58 enrolled. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Required postings were observed posted in main lobby.
The facility is made up of four (4) classrooms, one (1) classroom located in front of classroom #4, and one (1) classroom located in front of classroom #3 (not used). Classroom #1 are for ages 2 years -3 years, with one (1) staff, Classroom #2 for ages 3 years to 4.5 years with one (1) staff, Classroom #3 for ages 3 years -4 years with one (1) staff and Classroom #4 for ages 2 years – 3 years with one (1) staff, and Classroom #5 for ages 2 years – 3 years with one (1) staff.
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At 08:00 AM, LPA Calvillo toured the classrooms. LPA observed that the furniture, toys, and equipment were maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts and were appropriate for the ages of the children. The classroom floors were safe and clean. There are individual cubbies for each child to store their personal belongings. Drinking water was readily available with the use of a pitcher of water, a filtered water dispenser for refills, and individual water containers labeled with each child’s name for drinking water. LPA observed a first aid kit located in the hallway by the children’s restroom and an inventory was conducted for necessary supplies. LPA observed a device on the wall that FR confirmed was fire alarm and FR confirmed devices on classroom walls are carbon monoxide detectors.
At 08:45 AM, LPA toured the food preparation area. LPA observed the kitchenette area/ food preparation area, per FR snacks are provided by the facility and meals are provided by the parents or from a third-party catering vendor. The kitchenette has a microwave and refrigerator. LPA did not observe any open containers in the refrigerator and snacks and milk stored in the refrigerator. Food preparation was inspected for safety and sanitation, hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children with the use of door lock to the kitchenette area.
There are two (2) restrooms available for children. The facility is shared with a Private School Kindergarten to Second Grade and a waiver was approved by the Department to share the restroom with the private school. LPA Calvillo observed there were toilets. sinks, and paper products available, the restrooms were safe and sanitary.
Fire and Disaster Drill documentation was not available, and the last Fire and Disaster drill was conducted in August 2025. LPA reviewed the facilities Fire and Disaster written action plan. Per FR, isolation area for sick children is in the Directors Office. There is a telephone service and heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated for safety and comfort.
At 09:00 AM. LPA Calvillo toured the outdoor activity area. LPA observed the outdoor play was in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts, in good repair and age appropriate. The surfaces of the outdoor activity space are cement, rubber material, are maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There is climbing equipment, slides, and other play equipment that has rubber cushioned material
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surrounding and underneath. There is adequate shade in the outdoor play area with the use of canopies. The children have access to individual bottles and a water dispenser for refills for drinking water during outdoor play. LPA advised that no children shall be left without supervision at any time. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises.
LPA Calvillo reviewed Children’s records for completeness and documented LIC857 for children. LPA Barba reviewed Staff Records for completeness and document on LIC 859 for Staff. LPA Barba found 8 of 8 Staff records are missing a current Mandated Reporter Certificate and 3 out 8 staff are LIC 503 Health Screening Report. During the review of teacher qualifications, LPA Barba’s record review indicated that the teachers present are aides and were not supervisor by a qualified tearher. During today’s visit, two (2) Type B for sections 101217(d) Personnel Records and section 101216.2(e ) Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties. Criminal Record Clearances were reviewed for all adults. CPR card expires on 09/2026 for Owner/Director. Inspection of required forms were discussed with FR.
LPA observed that teacher-child ratios were maintained, and staff names were recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. The Daily Activity Schedule included a variety of activities that include but not limited to quiet and active play, rest and relaxation, eating, and toileting. The Sign-in and out sheets were available upon request, LPA observed 5 of 5 children signed in upon arrival for the inspection. The Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA.
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.
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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 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
)
CCC HAS PROVIDED A WRITTEN ATTESTATION OF TESTING EXEMPTION
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-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.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are 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.
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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 Armine Avetisian, Owner/Director.
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