Routine inspection·July 24, 2025

On 7/24/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Naves conducted an unannounced annual visit to the Child Care Center (CCC) listed above. LPA with the Director, Crystal Flory Biller, and explained the purpose of the visit. 29 preschool-aged children and 6 staff members were present during the visit. All 6 staff members present at the CCC have received criminal record clearance from the department. The CCC is within its capacity limits and ratio. LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, waivers, parental and personal rights notifications, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, and daily activities schedule, were displayed in a prominent, publicly accessible location. The most recent emergency disaster drill took place on 12/16/2024, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that they had been conducted monthly and they are overdue for one the director said she will conduct one tomorrow. LPA and the director conducted an inspection for potential health and safety hazards and found the center\342\200\231s interior to be clean, safe, and well-maintained. According to the director, the children are required to bring their own food. LPA reminded the director about the importance of the child\342\200\231s container being labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Snacks were observed to be available for the children. Prescribed medications were observed to be properly stored in a cabinet above the sink and labeled according to the child's name. LPA reminded to check expiration dates on medications periodically. The CCC was observed to have multiple first aid kits, emergency backpacks, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were tested, and three fully charged fire extinguishers. cont pg 2 >>>> page 2 LPA observed that the three classrooms were equipped with age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials, and each child had their own designated storage space for their personal belongings. Electrical outlets were observed to be properly covered. The bathrooms were found to be clean and fully operational. The toilets and handwashing facilities were well-kept, safe, and clean. All accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were found to be free of hazardous materials or poisons. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other items that could pose a danger were stored in the cabinets above the sink and were inaccessible to the children. The outdoor playground was enclosed by a fence, and the play equipment was well-maintained. There were several play houses bikes, and benches for children to enjoy. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and other similar equipment were observed to be cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Water jugs were observed with filtered water in numerous locations along with children\342\200\231s water bottles so children can drink water freely. Several handwashing stations were all around the outdoor area. There was a sandbox for children to enjoy that is covered nightly and some areas have artificial turf and some with wood chips. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were present on site. The sleeping/resting areas were observed to be clean and sanitary. Sleeping mats and blankets are available for children to use. Parents take home bedding every Friday for washing. LPA observed that the CCC currently records the child's attendance electronically with the Brightwheel app. The electronic app accounts for all parent signatures for each child. LPA reviewed 9 random children\342\200\231s files and confirmed that all 9 children have complete files that include their emergency contact and medical information. LPA reviewed the files for all 6 staff members and confirmed that all 6 were up to date with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. LPA found that all staff members had completed the necessary twelve units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which meet the qualifications required to be classified as a teacher. cont pg 3 >>>> pg 3 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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-carecenters/ . 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 copy of today\342\200\231s report was given to the Director, Crystal Flory Biller. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Crystal Flory Biller.