Routine inspection·November 17, 2025

On November 17, 2025 at 1:30 pm Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. LPA was greeted by Licensee, Natalie Jackson who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Licensee's assistant who obtains criminal record clearance was also present during the inspection. Per licensee there are 14 children enrolled, and LPA observed 9 children in care during the inspection. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 6:00 am \342\200\223 6:00 pm. Family members residing in the home are 1 adult who obtains criminal record clearance, 1 adult who is pending criminal record clearance and 1 minor child. This is a single-story home that consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, den (playroom), living room, kitchen, side yard (completely fenced), front yard and detached garage. Off limit areas are living room, kitchen, 1 bathroom, and 3 bedrooms. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. Areas accessible to children in care are the Bedroom 1 (back room near den), 1 bathroom in bedroom 1, den, and side yard (fenced) At 1:45 pm the licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee, parents enter through the side entrance driveway which leads them to the side door of the home. Upon entrance of the side door, LPA inspected the den area and observed 3 napping children and multiple age appropriate toys for children in care. LPA then inspected bedroom 1 which is a back room next to the den area. In bedroom 1, LPA observed multiple age appropriate toys for children in care. LPA also observed all required posting to be mounted on the wall in bedroom 1 along side the door leading to the side yard. Page 1 of 4 The bathroom located in bedroom 1 that the children have access to was then inspected. LPA did not observe any hazards that can pose a danger to children in care in the bathroom. Napping equipment in the form of mats and pack n plays for children in care were observed. Per licensee all children\342\200\231s bedding is washed at the facility weekly. LPA then inspected the side yard and observed multiple age-appropriate toys for children in care. All areas were observed to be clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. There are first aid supplies available. Per licensee, the facility provides meals for children in care. LPA reminded licensee that food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. If a child becomes ill, the child is isolated in a corner in bedroom 1 while the parents are called. A mat 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 smoke/carbon monoxide detector near the den area. However, LPA did not test smoke/carbon monoxide detector as children were napping. LPA observed a 2A-10BC fire extinguisher in the kitchen area. The valve on the fire extinguisher pointed to the fully charged green section and serviced on 11/08/2025. There is a working telephone on site. Per Title 22 Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted and documented at least every 6 months. LPA observed the last emergency disaster drill conducted and documented on 11/05/2025. Per the licensee, there are no weapons, pets or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee obtains current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification which expires on 10/05/2026 LPA conducted a children file review and deemed it complete. LPA conducted staff file review and deemed it complete. LPA consulted with licensee about licensee\342\200\231s adult son who lives in the home and is currently still in high school about obtaining criminal record clearance. LPA did observe that this individual is in process in obtaining clearance through Guardian since 07/2025. LPA has instructed licensee to follow up with guardian to obtain any information about his clearance. Page 2 of 4 Licensee has completed mandated reporter training which expires 08/23/2027. 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 Earthquake preparedness Checklist. 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 [or facility representative] 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. Page 3 of 4 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 . At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no deficiencies being issued today, November 17, 2025. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. During the exit interview, the Licensee, Natalie Jackson confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Natalie Jackson. Page 4 of 4