Routine inspection·January 26, 2026

On January 26, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van conducted an unannounced annual random inspection and met with Director Robin Barneby. The purpose of the inspection was explained, and the Director granted LPA access to the Center. At the time of inspection, three teachers and the Director supervised 27 children. The facility complies with the staff-children\342\200\231s ratios today. LPA inspected the physical plant to identify any potential health and safety hazards. The classrooms are well-maintained and have proper temperature control and ventilation. Age-appropriate toys and learning materials are available in all classrooms. The furniture was observed to be sturdy and in good condition. LPA reminded the director to ensure that all children's tables with sharp corners have child-proof rubber corner protectors installed. The center has a centralized combination of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors linked to the fire department, and several fully charged 3A:40BC fire extinguishers. LPA observed that each child has their own cubby labeled with their name. All emergency supplies are stored in a locked storage area. The director stated there were no children with medication in this current school year. However, if or when families provide medication for their children, all medications are stored in a centralized box in the staff lounge. First aid supplies are fully stocked and ready for children's use. The center uses a manual sign-in and sign-out system. Upon review, it was found that the parent sign-in timestamps for arrival times match the number of children present. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other hazardous chemicals are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The sleeping cots are appropriately stored. Continued on page 2. page 2. There are two children's bathrooms, each with a toilet and a sink. All children's toilets and handwashing stations are in good working order and properly sanitized. There is a separate staff bathroom on the premises. LPA observed no bodies of water on the premises. According to the director, children bring their own lunches. The center provides snacks Monday through Thursday. On Friday, the center offers soups, and children bring their own snacks. All solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting lids. Children bring water bottles. The center also has a water filtration system available for children to refill their water bottles. The outdoor play area is well-maintained, clean, and free of debris. It is fully fenced, in good condition, and regularly inspected. All play structures are in proper working order. The director mentioned that the sandbox is checked daily before children use it. LPA reminded the Director that drinking water should be available and easily accessible. All required postings, such as the facility License, Notification of Parent Rights, Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities, were posted. Random children's records and personnel records were reviewed during the inspection. Records reviews showed that the facility has complete records for each child, including immunizations, emergency contact information, personal rights, and medical consents. All staff members have valid CPR certification, maintain proper immunization records, and hold mandated reporter training certificates. LPA reminded the director to periodically check facility personnel's background through the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Guardian website to ensure all personnel have an eligible clearance and are associated with the center before being present on site. During the inspection, it was found that two teachers did not have backgrounds associated with the center, even though they had prior clearance. During the visit, LPA associated the teachers with the center. Contineud on page 3. page 3. The Director stated that the Center conducts fire and earthquake drills at least once every six months; the last drills were conducted on 12/8/2025. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Childcare 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. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. The 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/ . 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 Childcare 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. The Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Continued on page 4. page 4. LPA discussed AB1207, the Child Abuse Mandated Training, with the Director. As of January 1, 2018, all staff must complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . Pesticide regulations were discussed with the Director. In accordance with the Healthy Schools Act, California law requires that anyone using any pesticide must be trained every year in integrated pest management and the safe use of pesticides around children. The director was advised that a free one-hour online course is available on the Department of Pesticide Regulation's Web site: www.cdpr.ca.gov/schoolipm/training . For questions, email ccipmlist@cdpr.ca.gov . 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 . During the visit, LPA requested the following updated documentation to be sent to the Licensing Office to complete this year\342\200\231s annual inspection. 1. LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan 2. LIC 500 Personnel Report 3. LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility 4. Incidental Medical Services Plan A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Robin Barneby.