Routine inspection·August 21, 2025

On 8/21/25 at 9:30am, Licensing Program (LPA) Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Director Kohar Jarlekian, who led LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a single license facility servicing toddlers 18months through preschool age. There are currently 105 children enrolled. Census was taken. There were 59 children and 21 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 7 classrooms, 5 children\342\200\231s bathrooms, 3 staff bathroom, kitchen, office, and 3 playgrounds. The following was observed: Toddlers had 5 children and 4 staff, 2\342\200\231s had 8 children and 2 staff, 2 \302\275 yrs had 8 children and 2 staff, 3\342\200\231s had 12 children and 3 staff, 3 \302\275 had 15 children and 3 staff, 4\342\200\231s had 16 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 Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted on the parent boards. LPA advised for Earthquake Preparedness checklist to be posted on parent board. 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 water bottles. There are filtered fountains for chidren to refill. Cots and napping equipment were observed in all classrooms. Cots were available for toddlers. Storage for children\342\200\231s napping equipment was inspected. Per director, linens are brought home by parents to wash weekly, Facility has extras for children when needed. 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. Per director, parents pack lunches from home and have the option to sign up for hot meals at additional cost. Facility serves am and pm snack. Food prep area was inspected. LPA observed a shelf of dry goods containers storing pretzels, crackers, etc that have been transferred out of it\342\200\231s original packaging. LPA advised that containers must be labeled with the expiration date on original packaging for best health and safety practices. 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 a 2A10BC fire extinguisher last serviced on 9/6/2024. 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 08/15/25. Licensing staff observed the outdoor play area. The playgrounds equipment was inspected for 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. LPA observed two climbing ladders witin 4 feet of eachother and other poles. LPA advised to have children climb chain ladder on the outer side and to bumper all surroundings poles to cushion falls. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with wood chips to absorb a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. Teachers bring supply wagon out with each of their groups with their water bottles, shoes, first aid kits, and emergency contacts. Page 2 of 4 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 5/2026. Teachers have mandated reporter certificates. One teacher has a note on health screen signed by doctor that MMR screening was ordered, but no lab results showing immunity was in the file. A technical violation is being issued. See page LIC9102. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is not 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 . Page 3 of 4 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 this year after the fires, 1/2025. 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. A technical violation is being issued. See page LIC9102. 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 with Director Kohar Jarlekian. Page 4 of 4