Routine inspection·October 9, 2025

On 10/9/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Naves, made an unannounced required visit to the child daycare facility listed above. The LPA was granted entry by the Director, Patricia Van Der Beek. The LPA explained the purpose of the visit to the Director. Present in the facility: 4 staff members including the Director, and 17 preschool-aged children. All individuals listed on the facility\342\200\231s roster have been granted permission to work or be present in a childcare facility. The facility is operating within its capacity and in accordance with the required ratio of staff to children. The centers hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30 pm. This location also has an infant program under license number 214005364. 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 in a prominent, publicly accessible location. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 9/8/2025, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that it was conducted at least once every six months. The LPA and Director both performed comprehensive inspections of the facility to look for possible threats to health and safety. The LPA observed that the facility maintains a paper record of when children are signed in and out. LPA reminded the director parents or authorized person picking up child must use their full legal signature and time of day when signing children in and out. cont pg 2 >>>> page 2 The facility was observed to have first aid kits, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, which were tested and found to be functioning properly, fully charged fire extinguishers, and phones that are in working order. According to the Director, the facility does not house any firearms or other types of weapons. 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. The center has 2 outdoor areas for the preschool, one that is shared with the infants and an upper playground. The facility presently has an outdoor waiver granted by the Department. The waiver allows no more than 18 children at a time, with a rotation schedule. The outdoor playgrounds both have fences 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. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were on site. Toys, furnishings, and learning materials in all classes are age appropriate. LPA observed that the classroom had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. The bathroom was found clean and fully operational. The toilets and handwashing facilities were well-kept, safe, and clean. One diaper-changing station was observed in the bathroom and within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. According to the Director, parents provide disposable diapers for their own children, and the facility provides wipes for the children. The LPA reviewed both the children's and staff records. The LPA reviewed 6 random children's records and found that all 6 children have complete records with all required forms that include their emergency contact information and medical information. cont pg 3 >>>> page 3 The LPA reviewed the records of the 4 staff members and found that the 4 staff members possess valid Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications and all have current Mandated Reporter Training certificates all staff records were also found to be complete with all the necessary forms. The preschool program does not currently provide food service for the children. The children's parents or guardians provide lunches for their children. According to the director, none of the enrolled children have any allergies. The LPA observed a designated area for children to sleep or rest quietly. The area has sufficient sleeping equipment and cots for each child, and all mattresses and bedding are stored in the appropriate location. Cots are provided for children to use for sleeping or napping. According to the director, the children\342\200\231s parents or guardians are required to bring their own sheets and blankets. 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 t his 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 cont pg 4 >>>> page 4 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 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, Patricia Van Der Beek.