Routine inspection·October 6, 2025

On 10/6/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Naves, made an unannounced annual visit to the child daycare facility listed above. The LPA was granted entry by the Director, Gittel Rice. The LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the Director. 10 children and 4 staff members including the Director were present during today\342\200\231s visit. All the adults present have been granted permission to work or be present in a childcare facility. Children's capacity and ratio requirements were observed to be in compliance today. LPA and the Director both performed comprehensive inspections of the facility to look for possible threats to health and safety. The facility offers several first aid kits that are completely loaded with everything that is required for the treatment of wounds and other types of injuries. LPA observed that the two classrooms had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. All containers used for storage of solid waste, including moveable bins, were observed to have tight-fitting covers. One classroom had a diaper-changing station but was not within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. LPA reminded the director that the diaper-changing station may not be used unless moved next to a sink. The bathroom was found clean and fully operational. The toilets and handwashing facilities were well-kept, safe, and clean. One diaper-changing station was in the bathroom and within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. cont page 2 >>>> page 2 The outdoor playground has a fence at least four feet high. The LPA observed that the playground equipment and outdoor furnishings are in very good shape. The LPA found that the facility did not have any pools, spas, or other types of bodies of water of any kind. All poisons, cleaning products, and other potentially harmful substances have been stored in a location that is inaccessible to children. The building is equipped with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors Which were tested and found to be in working order, fire extinguishers that are properly charged, centralized smoke alarms, and phones that are in working order. The preschool program does not currently provide food service for the children. The children's parents or guardians provide lunches for their children. Sleeping mats are available for children to use for sleeping or napping. LPA observed that the sleeping mats were stored on the side of the office. LPA observed that the facility currently records each child's attendance on paper, accounting for all parent signatures for each child. LPA reminded director parent or guardian full name must be recorded when dropping off and picking up. As per: 101229.1 Sign In and Sign Out (a) In addition to the sign-in procedure requirement of Section 101226.1(b), the licensee shall develop, maintain, and implement a written procedure to sign the child in/out of the child care center that shall, at a minimum, include the following: (1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use his/her full legal signature and shall record the time of day. cont pg 3 >>>> page 3 (b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out. (c) A person who removes the child from the center during the day, and returns the child to the center the same day, shall sign the child in/out. LPA reviewed 6 children\342\200\231s files and confirmed that all 6 children have complete files that include their emergency contact information and medical information. LPA reviewed the files for all 4 staff members and confirmed that 3 were current with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. All staff members have current Mandated Reporter certifications. LPA reminded director of all forms necessary in staff files and provided LIC 125 Entrance checklist for all forms required. The Director has stated that the facility does not house any firearms or other types of weapons. The LPA observed that the facility posted the required documents. (i.e., license, waivers, notification of parental rights, notification of personal rights, car seat law, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities) . LPA reminded Director all these postings must be posted in a prominent publicly visible location. The LPA reviewed the facility's emergency drill log. According to the facility\342\200\231s emergency drill log, the facility's emergency drills are carried out monthly with the last one done 9/9/25 and properly logged. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. cont pg 4 >>>> page 4 The Director 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. 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-andresources/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. Director 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. The Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed with the Director. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm cont pg 5 >>>> page 5 To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . No deficiencies were issued today during LPA's visit. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Gittel Rice.