Routine inspection·July 29, 2025

On 7/29/25 at 10:15am, Licensing Program (LPA) Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Facility address is located off of Foothill Blvd but facility parking lot and entrance in located at the back of facility off Walnut St. Main entrance is from parking lot off of Walnut St. Upon arrival, LPA met with Director Rosie Gonzalez and owner Kristine Vardanyan, who led LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a single license facility servicing infant, toddler and preschool age. There are currently 93 children enrolled. Census was taken. There were 71 children and 20 staff. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The facility consists of 6 classrooms, 3 children\342\200\231s bathroom, 3 staff bathroom, kitchen, office, and 6 playgrounds. The following was observed: Infant room 1 (0-12mths) had 6 infants and 4 teachers, Infant-Toddler room 1 and 2 (12mths- 2 yrs) had 23 children and 8 staff, Toddler/prek option (2yrs-3yrs) had 11 children and 2 teachers, and preschool rooms 1 and 2 (3yrs and up) had 31 children and 4 staff. 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. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities were inspected for safe and sanitary operating conditions. Page 1 of 4 LPA observed food bibs and spoons in the diapering sink in infant Room 1. LPA advised that diapering sink may not be used for dish washing, food preparation or food washing. Sink that washes food trays, utensils, bibs, and other food or eating related tools need to be washed in an entirely different sink. There is only one sink in the infant room. LPA advised to wash food eating items, bibs, spoons, etc in a different sink. Per director, there is another sink in the unused infant room that staff can wash infant dishes in. Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted on the parent boards. LPA advised for Emergency Disaster Plan to be updated with assigned emergency task per program (infant, toddler, prek) Emergency plan posted near classrooms should match the task of assigned teachers and evacuation locations. LPA reminded director to indicate emergency exits identified by NUMBER on the facility exit sketch. First Aid supplies are available and complete. There is an isolation area in the office for an ill child to rest. Drinking water is available and provided through filtered faucet. Cribs, cots and napping equipment were observed in all classrooms. The infant nap area is in a completely separated room and a teacher was observed in there with infants while they were napping. LPA observed portable cribs that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards. Cribs were observed to be free of loose items. Cots were available for infants who can climb out of a crib. Per director, linens are brought home by parents to wash weekly, Facility has extras for children when needed. LPA observed that entry way to nap room wide enough for one crib to fit through and noticed all cribs are stored in nap room. LPA advised to store 2 evacuation cribs near emergency exits for easier access in case of emergency. Diaper changing tables were inspected and observed to be within an arms reach of a sink with proper padding. Proper disinfecting was observed. There is at least one sink for every 15 children and 2 working toilets. Facility has waiver on file for changing table in toddler option not being within arms reach. Per director, parents bring children\342\200\231s bottles from home and bottles are sent home for washing. Facility serves am and pm snack. Parents pack lunches from home and have the option to sign up for catered meals at additional cost. Facility stores food accordingly as needed with proper labeling. Facility carries extra snacks in fridge as back up when more food is needed. 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. Page 2 of 4 Licensing staff observed a 2A10BC fire extinguisher last serviced on 3/11/25. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a hard wired carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements 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 06/16/25. Licensing staff observed the outdoor play area. Facility has waiver on file for infant playgrounds for staggered play times. Infants have staggered play schedules and outdoor yard schedule is posted on parent board. 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. When children need the bathroom or a diaper change, teaching staff will bring children inside for the restroom or director will step in to assist. Sign in and out is conducted on the Procare app. Staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed and documented on LIC857 and LIC859. Several teachers have current CPR/First aid. Exp 4/2026. Teachers have mandated reporter certificates. Sleep check logs are done on the Procare app. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is currently being provided for anaphylaxis care. 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 All medications and forms were reviewed for completeness. LPA observed epi-pens stored with original prescription box and anaphylaxis care plan. Page 3 of 4 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). Per director, lead testing was conducted 2 years ago. 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. 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 conducted, report was reviewed, and appeal rights were given to Director Rosie Gonzalez. Page 4 of 4