Routine inspection·May 9, 2025

On May 9, 2025, at 10:57a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Keneisha Dunlap arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA Dunlap announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the facility by Facility Representative- Tiffany Fields. There are 35 children enrolled, and 16 children present, and 3 staff present at the time of inspection. This is a preschool program, and the center hours of operation are Monday- Friday 7:00am-6:00pm. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the licensing board LIC 203A-License, LIC 610, PUB 393, PUB 269, LIC 9148, LIC 613A, Menus, Activity Schedule. At 12:45p.m., LPA Dunlap requested a copy of the completion of the lead testing. The Facility Representative stated that they did not have one. The building was built in 1993. LPA Dunlap informed the Facility Representative that they must have a lead test on file. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Type B deficiency will be cited today. Documentation of current Fire & Earthquake drill was observed with last drill conducted on 12/18/24. Fire extinguisher(s) observed with a service tag date of 10/15/24. LPA observed an operable smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detectors. At 12:28p.m., LPA Dunlap requested that the dual smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector in Classroom # 3 be tested. The dual smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector was inoperable due to dead battery. The Facility Representative replaced the battery during the inspection. This poses potential health and safety risks to children in care. Technical Violation will be cited today. Page 1 of 6 LPA inspected Classroom 2-the classroom was equipped with age-appropriate furniture and learning materials. Classrooms has carpeted area, sink, soft furnishings, cubby storage personal items, dramatic play, arts & craft area, library area, manipulative items, age-appropriate toys, names. The facility uses children sippy cups bought from home as a water source. The bottles are refilled throughout the day via water filter from kitchen refrigerator. The bottles are also taken outside during outdoor play. The sippy cups are sent home daily to be cleaned by parents. The children do nap on cots. The mats are stored in the classroom. All cleaning supplies and/or hazardous materials stored in cabinets and drawers with safety latches. LPA observed classroom, equipment, and materials to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. At 11:54a.m, LPA Dunlap observed an area rug in Classroom 2 that was stained/soiled. LPA Dunlap notified the Facility Representative that the carpet must be free of stains. Classroom 2 has a Bathroom with age-appropriate sink and 2 toilets, and 1 changing stations. At 11:51a.m, LPA Dunlap observed a toilet cover lid to be cracked into 2 pieces. LPA Dunlap notified the Facility Representative that the toilet must be made inoperable with caution tape until the lid is repaired. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Type B deficiency will be cited today. LPA inspected Classroom 3 -the classroom was equipped with age-appropriate furniture and learning materials. Classrooms has carpeted area, sink, soft furnishings, cubby storage personal items, dramatic play, arts & craft area, library area, manipulative items, age-appropriate toys, names. The facility uses children sippy cups bought from home as a water source. The bottles are refilled throughout the day via water filter from kitchen refrigerator. The bottles are also taken outside during outdoor play. The sippy cups are sent home daily to be cleaned by parents. The children do nap on cots. The mats are stored in the classroom. All cleaning supplies and/or hazardous materials stored in cabinets and drawers with safety latches. LPA observed classroom, equipment, and materials to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. At 12:08p.m, LPA Dunlap observed an area rug in Classroom 3 that was stained/soiled. LPA Dunlap notified the Facility Representative that the carpet must be free of stains. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Type B deficiency will be cited today. Page 2 of 6 Classroom 3 has a Bathroom with age-appropriate sink and toilet. The bathroom was in good working condition. The Preschool Playground area has shaded structure area, grass on play area, age-appropriate toys, tykes, balls, climbing structure, slide, picnic tables, dramatic play area, arts & crafts area, and garden area. LPA observed playground area and materials to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. At 12:35p.m., LPA Dunlap observed the playground area where the structured slide and climbing structure area are located to have cracked and dry rotted patches throughout the playground. There are patches of dry grass (hay) in various areas in the grass areas of the playground. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Type B deficiency will be issued today. All electrical outlets are covered. All trash cans have lids. The facility does provide breakfast, lunch, and snack. LPA observed the kitchen area where food is distributed to be clean and organized. Knives are stored in drawer with safety latch. A roster of children names with allergies are kept in the kitchen, and in classroom. At 12:05p.m., LPA Dunlap observed that all food items were not stored properly with labels and current food did not have current expiration dates. LPA Dunlap notified the Facility Representative that all food removed from original containers must have labels with dates and sealed. All food must have a current expiration dates. LPA Dunlap Facility Representative that all expired food must be thrown away. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Type B deficiency will be issued today. LPA Dunlap observed sign in and out sheets for 5/9/25 printed from BrightWheel App. The facility was reminded that smoking is prohibited on the premises. The isolation area is in the Directors office when any child is sick. Page 3 of 6 The Facility Representative stated they do administer medication at this time. Medications administered to children are kept in classroom inaccessible to children stored in lock box in classroom. The facility uses a landline. The facility also communicates with parents via BrightWheel App or phone. The Director stated there are no firearms at the facility. The Director stated that they do not provide transportation for children. There are no large bodies of water on premises. Staff Files Staff #1 File has all required licensing documents and immunization record in in the file. CPR expiration date of 4/8/25 Mandated Reporter expiration date of 12/21/24 Accredited courses in file. Staff #2 File has all required licensing documents and immunization record in in the file. Missing -CPR expiration Mandated Reporter expiration date of 7/25/26 Accredited courses in file. At 1:30p.m., LPA Dunlap observed during record review that 1 out 2 staff had expired Mandated Reporter certificate. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Technical Violation will be issued today. Page 4 of 6 At 1:40p.m., LPA Dunlap observed during record review that 2 out 2 staff had expired/missing CPR & First Aid certificate. This poses a potential health and safety risks to children in care. Type B deficiency will be issued today. Child Files Child #1 All required licensing forms, Infant/Needs Assessment, and Immunization record in the file. Child #2 All required licensing forms, Infant/Needs Assessment, and Immunization record in the file. 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 . Criminal Record Clearance - Child Care Centers- Facility Representative- Tiffany Fields 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 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. CCC did not complete lead testing prior to their deadline. Page 5 of 6 LPA referred licensee Facility Representative- Tiffany Fields to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. 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- Tiffany Fields 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. 6 Type B deficiencies cited during today\342\200\231s visit. 2 Technical Violations cited during todays visit. Appeal rights reviewed and given to the Facility Representative- Tiffany Fields Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative- Tiffany Fields Page 6 of 6