Routine inspection·November 7, 2025

On November 7, 2025 at 11:25 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Site Supervisor, Jazmin Leal who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that operates Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 4:15 pm. Per Site Supervisor, there are 38 preschool aged children enrolled in the program and LPA observed 29 preschool children in care along with 6 staff members. At 11:45 am, the Site Supervisor guided LPA on a tour of facility. Parents enter through the front door of the facility and sign in their child. This preschool program consists of 3 classrooms: Classroom 21: 11 children and 2 staff members, Classroom 23: 11 Children and 2 staff members and Classroom 27: 7 children and 2 staff members. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Napping equipment was observed in the form of cots in each classroom. Bedding was inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Per Director, a third party washes the bedding every week. There are age-appropriate toys and supplies for children in each classroom and are in good repair. Each child was observed to have their own cubbie to store personal belongings. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Drinking water is available in the form of personal water bottles that are also taken outside when needed. The facility provides additional water which is dispensed in the classroom for children in care. Page 1 of 4 The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There is adequate shade in the play yard. At this time, the site supervisor’s office is used as an isolation area. Parents are contacted immediately. There is also a cot available if needed. The facility provides all meals for children in care. LPA reminded site supervisor, food that is brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name and stored properly or refrigerated. There is a kitchen on site. The kitchen area was observed to be clean, and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be away from the food. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on 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. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Per Director there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following documents were posted: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA observed hardwired smoke detectors in each classroom and carbon monoxide detector. However, LPA did not test detectors as children were napping. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher pointed to the fully charged green section. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 1/22/2025. Per Title 22, Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted at least every 6 months. LPA observed the last Emergency Disaster Drill was conducted and documented on 10/02/2025. LPA reviewed Sign in and out sheets to ensure each sign in and sign out is time stamped along with the person who sign in and out the child. Page 2 of 4 Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed complete. Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation. Staff records were deemed not complete. 1 out of 4 staff is missing proof of a health screen and Tuberculosis Test (TB), 2 out of 4 staff were missing proof of immunization's in their file for LPA to review. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . 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/ . CCC Lead testing - 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 advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . Site supervisor 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. Page 3 of 4 Site supervisor 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 the LPA’s observations and record review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) 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’s health and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Jazmin Leal. Page 4 of 4