Routine inspection·November 10, 2025

On 11/10/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaclyn Naves conducted an unannounced annual visit and met with the Director, Allison Brinkley. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and entry was granted. 17 preschool-aged children and 5 staff members including the director were present during the visit. All 5 staff members have received criminal record clearance from the department. The facility is within its capacity limits and ratios for today\342\200\231s visit. The centers hours of operation are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, waivers, notification of parents\342\200\231 rights, personal rights, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities schedule, were displayed and visible to the public. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 10/9/2025, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that they were conducted every 2 months. The facility was observed to have backpacks with first aid supplies, a fully stocked first aid kit, and several fully charged fire extinguishers, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were tested and found to be functioning properly. cont pg 2 >>>> page 2 LPA inspected the indoor and outdoor areas to identify health and safety hazards. The facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other items that could pose a danger were stored in areas inaccessible to the children. All accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were found to be free of hazardous materials or poisons. LPA observed the two classrooms had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. Electrical outlets were observed to have child safety covers. The classroom has a diaper-changing table within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. The bathrooms were found clean and fully operational. The toilets and handwashing facilities were well-kept, safe, and clean. The outdoor playground has a fence at least four feet high. The outdoor play equipment is in good condition and has no sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were observed to be cushioned with woodchips. A sand box was observed for children to use and is covered nightly. LPA observed 3 separate outdoor play areas. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were on site. The center currently provides a meal service for children. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack is provided. LPA observed that each child had personal belongings in their designated storage space. According to the director, none of the enrolled children have allergies. Sleeping mats and sheets are available for children to use when sleeping or napping. LPA observed that the sleeping mats and sheets were stored in the front of the facility. According to the director, the facility washes the sheets weekly on site. LPA observed that the facility records each child's attendance on paper, and all parent signatures of their full first and last name were accounted for each child. LPA reviewed 5 children\342\200\231s files and confirmed that all 5 have complete files, which included their emergency contact and medical information. page 2 >>>> page 3 LPA reviewed the files for all 5 staff members and confirmed that all five were current with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. LPA also found that all had completed the necessary units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which meets the qualifications required to be classified as a teachers. 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. 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 director 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 director 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 cont pg 4 >>>> page 4 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. 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 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 the Director, Allison Brinkley.