Routine inspection·August 28, 2025

On August 28, 2025, at 12:07 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) A. Carter and J. Duran conducted an Unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with facility representative (FR), Janice Balgemino. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry unto the facility. Entrance checklist was provided. LPAs were taken on a guided tour of both the indoors and outdoors of the facility. Teacher-child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. All center staff that were present during today\342\200\231s inspection had fingerprint clearance and are associated to the designated license number. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. The sign-in and out sheets were reviewed. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA. This is an Infant program with a Toddler option. There is also a preschool program under license# 19840896 on the premises. The hours of operation are 7:00 AM \342\200\223 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 16, 10 infants and 6 toddlers. FR J. Balgemino states during the Pre-licensing inspection a capacity for 6 infants and 10 toddlers was requested. LPA Carter will conduct a file review to determine if the printed capacity on facility license is correct and make changes if necessary. At the initial start of the site visit, there is a total census of 10 children and a total census of 5 teachers present. The facility is made up of 2 classrooms. The Infant Room: had 5 children and 3 staff. LPAs observed 2 infants napping with 1 staff member monitoring, and 3 infants playing with 2 staff members supervising. The Toddler Room: had 5 children and 2 staff present at time of inspection. LPA observed 5 toddlers napping with 2 staff members monitoring. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the posting board and the following documents were observed: LIC 203A-License, LIC 610 A-Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 9148-Earthquake Preparedness Check List, PUB 394-Notification of parent\342\200\231s rights poster, LIC 613A- Personal Rights, PUB 269- Child Car Seat Law, Menus, and Activity Schedule. Page 2 of 4 Beginning at 12:15 PM, furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Children napping equipment met the requirement regulation at time of inspection. Storage for children's belongings, bathrooms facilities, and isolation areas were inspected. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety, and sanitation. LPAs observed one toilet and one sink available for children\342\200\231s use. Cubbies with toys, puzzles, books, and other appropriate toys were observed by LPAs to be clean and free of hazards at time of inspection. LPAs observed carpets and age-appropriate tables and chairs in each classroom. LPAs observed red backpacks for first aid kept in each classroom. First Aid supplies were inventoried and were found to be in compliance with regulation. Food menus were reviewed at time of inspection. Facility provides AM/PM snacks. Children bring their lunch or order hot meals through a third party vendor that delivers to the facility daily. Food and snack items are properly stored. LPAs observed 2 refrigerators used for the children. Food preparation area was toured and found in compliance for safety, cleanliness, and proper storage. Drinking water is provided via water jugs and personal water bottles. LPA confirmed Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present and determined to be in operable condition. Fire extinguishers were observed as serviced on 11/05/23. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. A review of medication policy, including administering, labeling, storage, and records was made. There are currently no children enrolled needing medication administered. Disaster drill observed by LPAs with last drill conducted on 08/22/25. At 12:30 PM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age-appropriateness. LPAs observed each component has a fully fenced playground area which is separate from other components. LPAs observed soft toys, riding cars, sensory tables, a play structure with a plastic slide, and other age-appropriate toys around the play yard. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPA advised that the children need to be within the direct care and visual supervision by the teachers at all times. The children have access to drinking water via water jugs observed by LPAs. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. No bodies of water or hazards observed at time of inspection. Page 3 of 4 Beginning at 12:50 PM, staff and children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for completeness. Inspection of required licensing forms was made and documented on the LIC 857 for children and the LIC 859 for staff. LPAs observed current CPR and First Aid Certification for center staff. CPR card expires on 08/06/27 for Staff Member#1. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter was reviewed. FR was advised on how to access forms and Regulations online at www.ccld.ca.gov . to ensure the most current information regarding regulations for all those who assists in providing care. The following were discussed: LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation, this includes any changes as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. 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 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. Page 4 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 child care 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP LPA 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 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. 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/ 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. 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 Janice Balgemino. Appeal Rights Given