Routine inspection·April 24, 2026

On Friday, April 24, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met Director Yvonne Hernandez who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. This is an Preschool facility caring for ages 2 until the entry of first grade. There is also an Infant program that serves children aged 0 to 2 years old on the same premises but are separated, license number 198017960. This program operates Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area via an application on an ipad. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA entered Preschool classrooms. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Perry observed a step trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Perry. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classroom and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classrooms and hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on September 4, 2025. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detectors in classrooms, per director they are operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on April 19, 2026. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per director, they do have children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Perry reviewed medication and observed medication to be stored correctly and IMS plan for C#1 not to be on file, which poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of the children in care. During the inspection, it was observed that child #1 has been enrolled at the facility since 12/9/2024 and always used medication #1 but now has an additional medication, medication #2 that is being used. Neither medication #1 nor medication #2 have an IMS plan on file. During the visit, the child’s parent was called and stated that they will get it filled out and until that form is on file. LPA informed the director of the requirement to ensure all emergency medications are current, unexpired and all prescribed medication to have IMS Plans. Director understood. Per director an email was sent to parents on 4/2/2026 to have IMS plan done and parent has not yet turned it in as well as communicated what was needed to parents of C#1. During the visit director sent email to parent regarding Child #1's IMS Plan. LPA Perry asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Director stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Director stated that the ill isolation area takes place in the staff lounge and children will utilize staff restroom which have a mat placed for ill child. LPA Perry entered the outdoor play area. LPA Perry observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Perry observed play equipment to be age appropriate. For adequate shade, LPA perry observed hip roof shade structure. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a keypad lock. LPA observed trash bins with tight lids. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs and disposable cups. Playground has a separate area for children 2-3 years old. This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snacks. Meals and snacks are provided by an outside vendor Called IILA. LPA Perry informed director that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Perry observed water jug and disposable cups in the classroom. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 12/ 21/2022 and no lead exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. Lead results posted. LPA Perry reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to not be completed. LPA did not observe IMS plan for C#1’s medication which poses an immediate risk to the heat\lth and safety of the children in care. LPA Perry observed director Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification on file and current, Preventative Health and Safety certification dated 3/1/25 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training on file and up to date. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . During inspection LPA Perry obtained directors packet. Director 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. 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA Perry discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director 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 licensee Director of the importance of checking for 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. 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-carecenters/ . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to childcare 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 . The facility is currently not in compliance with title 22 regulations. The deficiency listed on the following page was observed by the LPA and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. One type A deficiency is being issued today. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citation. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon their return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled child for the next 12 months. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt (LIC9224) shall be in each child’s file, acknowledging receipt. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Yvonne Hernandez.