Routine inspection·February 23, 2026

On February 23, 2026, at 9:30 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. LPA was greeted by Licensee, Iveria Knox who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Licensee\342\200\231s assistant was also present for the inspection. Hours of operation are Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 7:00 am \342\200\223 5:30 pm. Per licensee there are 3 children enrolled and LPA did not observe any children in care. Family members residing in the home are 2 adults who obtain criminal record clearance. This is a single-story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining area, kitchen, den, detached garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). Off limit areas include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining area, living room, front yard and detached garage. Areas accessible to children in care are den (main day care area), 1 bathroom in the den area, 1 bedroom in den area and back yard (fenced). At 9:40 am, licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee, parents enter to through the side gate through the driveway, which leads them to the back yard and the den area. Upon entrance through the gate, LPA inspected the backyard. LPA observed several age-appropriate toys, tricycles and a wooden play structure. LPA observed the wooden play structure to be sturdy and secure. The detached garage was observed to be locked making it inaccessible to children in care. Licensee then guided LPA to the den which is the main daycare area. LPA observed several age-appropriate toys along with children cubbies. Page 1 of 4 The bathroom accessible to children in care was also inspected. The bathroom was observed to be clean and orderly. No hazardous material were observed in the bathroom area. Napping equipment in the form of foldable cots and play pen were also observed in the main daycare area. Bedding was observed to be clean, orderly, and stored properly. Per licensee, bedding and blankets area washed at the facility weekly. All areas were observed to be clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. There are first aid supplies available. Per licensee, the facility provides all meals for children in care. LPA reminded the licensee that food brought from home must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name, stored properly and or refrigerated. If a child becomes ill, the child is isolated in the bedroom that is in the den area while the parents are called. A cot is available if needed. Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed a function smoke/carbon monoxide detector in the den area. LPA observed a 2A-10BC fire extinguisher anchored in the den. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section and was serviced on 03/06/2025. There is a working telephone on site. Per Title 22 Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted at least every 6 months. LPA observed the last Emergency Disaster Drill documented was on 2/02/2026. Per the licensee, there are no weapons, pets or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee does obtain a current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification which expires on 12/03/2026. LPA conducted a children file review and deemed it complete. LPA conducted staff file review and deemed it complete. Licensee has completed mandated reporter training which expires 08/05/2026. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years at www.mandatedreporterca.com Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394) and Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610a). Page 2 of 4 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/ . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 licensee 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. Licensee 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. During the exit interview, licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 . Page 3 of 4 At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no deficiencies being issued today, February 23, 2026. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Iveria Knox. Page 4 of 4