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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BRIGHT STARS CHILDREN'S CENTERLicense 2140055581 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On October 14, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Naves conducted an unannounced required visit to the child daycare facility listed above. This facility also operates a preschool program under license number 214005557. The LPA explained the purpose of the visit was granted entry by the Lead Teacher Irma DeLeon. Present in the facility: 3 staff and 4 infants. All individuals listed on the facility\342\200\231s roster have been granted permission to work or be present in a childcare facility. The LPA reminded Staff member Facility must maintain track of all current staff members and make sure they are all associated with facilities. The facility is operating within its capacity and in accordance with the required ratio of staff to children today. Director Nahid Talebloo arrived a short time later. 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 an electronic record of when children sign in and out. The facility offers a first aid kit that is completely loaded with everything that is required for the treatment of wounds and other types of injuries. Toys, furnishings, and learning materials in all classes are age appropriate. The LPA observed that the playground equipment and outdoor furnishings are in very good shape. The center has a waiver for the outdoor shared space with preschool facility. LPA reminded Director Waiver must be posted. The facility has fully charged fire extinguishers that meet the minimum requirements, smoke detectors, and a carbon monoxide (CO) detector. All staff have current Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Facility has posted all the required licensing forms in a prominent accessible location. cont pg 2>>>> page 2 There are no bodies of water on the premises. Per staff, there are no firearms or weapons at the center. All cleaning supplies and toxins were locked or inaccessible to the children. There is a variety of age-appropriate toys and materials, including cribs. Napping equipment used in the center meets regulation requirements. The LPA reviewed both the children's and staff records. The LPA reviewed the 4 children's records and found that only 1 record was complete. The LPA reviewed the records of the 5 staff members and found that all 5 records were incomplete. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 9/17/2025, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found it was conducted monthly. 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. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were on site. The infant program does not currently provide lunch or formula for the children. The children's parents or guardians provide lunches or formula for their children. LPA observed that each child had lunch boxes in their designated storage space. Cribs are provided for children to sleep or nap in. The infant mattresses were firm and appropriately covered with a fitted sheet appropriate to their size. The cribs were free of loose articles and materials. Changing tables are within arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. LPA reviewed 15-minute check sleep logs for all infants and found them to be recorded properly. LPA discussed the Entrance Checklist for CCC regarding children's files and requested that Director go over it to ensure compliance with Childcare Regulations. LPA discussed the Entrance Checklist for CCC regarding staff files and requested that Director go over it to ensure compliance with Childcare Regulations. cont pg 3 >>>> page 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. For childcare 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). 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. 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. 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 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. 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 Please refer to LIC 809D for today\342\200\231s citation. The facility\342\200\231s appeal rights were given to the Lead Teacher, Irma De Leon. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Lead Teacher, Irma De Leon.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

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What happened during the October 14, 2025 inspection of BRIGHT STARS CHILDREN'S CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of BRIGHT STARS CHILDREN'S CENTER on October 14, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BRIGHT STARS CHILDREN'S CENTER on October 14, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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