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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

TOP KIDSLicense 1980208381 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility on 12/11/25 at 01:46 p.m. At 01:50 p.m., LPA met with the facility representative who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is a school age program licensed for 40 children. Operation hours are Monday \342\200\223 Friday from 07:00 a.m.\342\200\223 06:00 p.m.; however, during the school year children do not arrive to the facility until 02:30 p.m. According to the facility representative, there are 26 children enrolled. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. Upon arrival, LPA toured room 4; however, there were no children or staff present. At 02:50 p.m., LPA observed 13 children with 03 staff. According to the facility representative, room 5 is not in use. The school age classroom was observed to be clean and sanitary conditions. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors and outdoors via a water jug and labeled water bottles. LPA observed stored mats for children to rest on. At this time, the \342\200\234back of the room" is used as an isolation area. A mat is available for an ill child to rest on. All toilets, and hand washing sinks are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. First Aid supplies are available. LPA observed a current Emergency disaster drill. Last drill documented was on 11/25/25. LPA observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector. Page 1 of 3 LPA observed the snack menu posted in the entrance of the classroom and was reviewed to ensure that is being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. LPA did not observe all required forms/publications posted in the facility. LPA toured the kitchen which is located in the preschool program and observed the kitchen to be fully stocked with food/snacks, clean, free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and or any other vermin. The facility provides AM/PM snack and lunch if the child is in care for the full day. If it\342\200\231s for after school only, then a PM snack will be provided. 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. The school age program has their own outdoor play yard, located in front of their class room. LPA observed age appropriate outdoor toys and play equipment to be clean, safe and in good repair, as well as adequate shade is available. All areas around play equipment have a cushioned material to absorb a fall. LPA advised the facility representative to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines. The facility representative stated there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. 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 observed all children present were signed in. Children and staff records were reviewed. Children names were documented on the LIC 857 and staff names were documented on the LIC 859. Copies were given to the facility representative during the inspection. LPA observed S3 is missing immunizations, LIC 503, and transcripts. SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the facility representative. AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting \342\200\223 On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Page 2 of 3 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 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. Facility representative 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. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. The following deficiencies were cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety Codes. Please see 809D for documentation of deficiencies. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Susie Barrera. Page 3 of 3

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 11, 2025 inspection of TOP KIDS?

This was a inspection inspection of TOP KIDS on December 11, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to TOP KIDS on December 11, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B).

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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