Routine inspection·June 11, 2025

On 6/11/25 at 10:05am, Licensing Program (LPA) Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Director Aracely Ramirez , who led LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool license. There is an infant with toddler component on site. There are currently 83 preschool children enrolled. Census was taken. There were 78 children and 12 teachers. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:30am-5:30pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The preschool facility consists of 5 classrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 playground, kitchen, and office area. The following was observed: Redwood room had 16 children and 3 teachers, scarlet oaks room had 14 children and 2 teachers, Sunflower room had 18 children and 3 teachers, Tiger Lilies had 16 children and 3 teachers, and Sequoias had 14 children and 3 teachers. The preschool rooms are located towards the back of the facility. 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 active/visual supervision of a teacher during the tour. Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children were not accessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Children nap on mats and linens are taken home by parents to wash. LPA observed mats and linens from 3 classrooms stored in 1 shared restroom and advised to place a cover over the nap storage bins for best practices. LPA observed children\342\200\231s bedding spilling out of their bags touching other children\342\200\231s bedding. One mat was observed to be covered with a fabric zip up sheet. LPA advised that the mat w/ cover needs to be stored in a bag. Page 1 of 4 Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities were inspected for safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. There is an isolation area for an ill child to rest. Drinking water is available and provided through filtered fountains. Facility also has bottled water for children as back up. Parents pack lunches from home. Facility provides am and pm snack. Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the right side of lobby. LPA observed 1 emergency disaster plan for both preschool and infant license. LPA asked about their evacuation processes. Evacuation for infants are different than toddlers and preschoolers. LPA advised to have separate emergency disaster plans written and posted for separate licenses infant and preschool as their location contingency plans are different. Separate disaster plans were created during LPA's visit. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Licensing staff observed a 3A40BC fire extinguisher with no service tag or purchase receipt. LPA advised about the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher and requirement to get it serviced yearly or purchase yearly. Per Director, the extinguishers were just installed and fire inspector gave clearance. LPA obtained fire inspector contact info. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements that are hard wired and unable to test. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. Per school log, the last disaster drill was conducted on 0 5/22/25 . Licensing staff observed 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 . LPA observed under the swing has more than 2 feet space due to the mulch shifting. LPA advised that if the swing has more than 18 inch of space adequate fall zone is required. Per director, she will shift the mulch back to maintain less than 18 inches of space. LPA provided playground guidelines checklist to director for reference. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. LPA observed a blue climbing ladder a foot away from another ladder with metal hand rails, which does not meet the playground safety requirements. A deficiency is being issued for the mulch and ladder. See page lic809d. Page 2 of 4 Sign in and out is conducted on Brightwheel and signatures were not available. Staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed and documented on LIC857 and LIC859. Several teachers have CPR certification. Exp 8/2025. Teachers have mandated reporter certificates. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is currently being provided. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Facility 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. 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 . 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 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). Facility conducted lead testing and had no exceedances. Page 3 of 4 Teacher was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Based on Licensing staff observations, 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\342\200\231s health and safety. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Exit interview conducted, report was reviewed, and appeal rights were given to Director Aracely Ramirez. Page 4 of 4