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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/10/2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Mary Silva conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival Licensing staff met with infant teacher Arely Gomez to whom the reason for the inspection was explained. Per teacher Gomez director Maria Flores had an emergency was not present today therefore authorized Arely Gomez to facilitate inspection. LPA was led on a tour of the facility. To gain access to the facility one must enter through an iron gate which requires a code. This is an Infant program with a toddler option which consists of two classrooms, one for infant children and the other for toddler children. This facility is licensed for 8 infants and 9 toddlers. The facility also has a preschool license (#198020742) and a school age license (#198020742). Per licensee, there are currently three infants and no toddlers enrolled in program. Hours of operation for this facility are Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm. Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the front entrance. Snack 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. PHYSICAL PLANT: At 9:15 am, Licensing staff entered and inspected Infant Room: observed one infant with one staff member. At this time the Toddler Room is not being used as no toddler children are currently enrolled, the toddler room is currently used for storage. LPA observed a door that separates the infant room from the toddler room and the preschool room. Staff names were recorded. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during the tour. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Page 1 of 4 At 9:20am, cribs and napping equipment were observed in the infant program. LPA observed portable cribs that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards. Mattresses have an appropriate size mattress with a fitted sheet. Crib was observed to be free of loose items.Sleeping area is physically separated and cribs do not limit staff\342\200\231s ability to supervise infants at all times. Per facility representative, bedding is changed daily and as needed. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water was readily available indoors. LPA observed a bathroom in the infant and toddler classroom with one sink and one toilet in each bathroom. LPA observed the diaper changing table to be at least one inch thick, with raised sides of at least 3-inches, and within arm\342\200\231s reach of the sink. This facility provides breakfast and snacks for infants that are able to eat solid foods and parents provide formula and baby food for the infants in care. Licensing staff observe a refrigerator in the infant room that is not currently being utilized. Bottles and formula are stored in the cubicle in the classroom. Reminded staff food items must be labeled with child\342\200\231s name. This facility has a kitchen where snacks and breakfast items are stored and there is extra food available for infants if needed. The kitchen was inspected for safety and cleanliness. Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 10/29/2025, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. At this time, the far end of the crib area is used as an isolation area, there is a crib available for an ill child to rest, and the area is sanitized after use. OUTDOORS: At 9:30am, licensing staff inspected the outdoor play area. 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. Page 2 of 4 All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is a separate outdoor area for the toddler program that is not currently used. The play area has play equipment with sand that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in both play yards. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. FACILITY RECORDS: 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. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Licensing staff also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on LIC 859. Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present had proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza. Children\342\200\231s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensing staff discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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 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. Page 3 of 4 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. 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). Licensing staff referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . 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 . Facility representative 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. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. 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 was conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee facility representative Arely Gomez. Page 4 of 4

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the November 10, 2025 inspection of BRIGHT STARS CARE AND EDUCATION CENTER LLC?

This was a inspection inspection of BRIGHT STARS CARE AND EDUCATION CENTER LLC on November 10, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to BRIGHT STARS CARE AND EDUCATION CENTER LLC on November 10, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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