Routine inspection·January 7, 2026

On 01/07/26 at 11:55am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diana Ortiz conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Teacher, Viridiana Jimenez, to whom the reason of this visit was explained. At approximately 12:35pm, Program Manager Tiffany Carey arrived with Principal Mr. Acosta, and guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per program manager there are currently 26 children enrolled. This facility is located on the campus of Clifford Murray Elementary School, to enter the facility one must enter through the main office and sign in, then a staff member will guide LPA to the preschool. This is a preschool program that offers a morning session from 8:00AM to 11:00AM and afternoon session from 12:00PM-3:00PM. LIC 125 Entrance Checklist provided. 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. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The facility consists of one classroom. The following classrooms were inspected: Room 1: 9 preschool children, and 2 staff present. LPA observed 2 toilets and 2 sinks (1 water fountain attached to the sink) inside of the classroom. Classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Classroom was inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Staff names were recorded. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. Page 1 of 4 Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Storage for children's belongings was inspected, and each child has a cubby with their name labeled where they can store their personal belongings. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. Drinking water is readily available indoors via drinking fountain which is attached to a sink inside of the classroom. Children bring their personal water bottles from home which are labeled with each child\342\200\231s name and can be refilled if needed. Facility provides breakfast for the morning session and lunch for the afternoon session. Azusa Unified School district provides all meals. Food menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Sign in and out takes place in one of the main entrance areas. This facility uses paper sign in and out sheets for parents. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA did remind Director; parents are to use full signature when signing in and out their children daily. Facility has hard copies of sign-in and sign-out sheets as needed. All storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins, shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. There are First Aid kits available in the top cabinet next to the sink in the classroom. The supplies were inventoried and found to be in good condition. Storage cabinets in the classroom were inspected, and LPA did not observe hazardous items. No poisonous cleaning compounds were found in the childcare center. The last annual maintenance on the Fire Extinguisher was on 08/06/2025. Reminded facility representative that fire extinguishers should be serviced/purchased annually. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 12/12/25. Facility Representative states there are no weapons/firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. Page 2 of 4 LPA did not observe weapons/firearms or bodies of water during today\342\200\231s inspection. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. Per Program Manager, the ill/isolation area takes place in the nurses office which is located inside of the main office and children will utilize the restroom which is located next to the office. The children may wait in a nurse\342\200\231s office while parents or authorized representatives arrive. LPA was informed that there are currently zero (0) children on medication at this time, however, the Program Manager has an IMS plan and LPA reviewed and provided consultation. Program Manager stated that medication would be kept in the main office where the on site Health Aide will be able to administer medication if needed. LPA advised that medication should be given back to parents/guardians when child leaves the facility or medication expires. At 12:45pm, licensing staff inspected the outdoor play area. The playgrounds 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Children\342\200\231s records complete. LPA reviewed staff records; staff files were complete. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training documentation was reviewed. 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. Page 3 of 4 For childcare 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. Lead test completion was on 10/25/2023. \302\267 CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES 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 ) 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 representatives were 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 licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies are being cited on today\342\200\231s visit, 01/07/26. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Program Manager Tiffany Carey. Page 4 of 4