Routine inspection·June 10, 2025

On 6/10/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Naves and Van met with Director Ana Lima for an unannounced required annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection was explained. This is a combination center with infants & toddlers and a preschool program. The preschool program operates under separate license #214005634. 7 infants and 21 toddler component children were supervised by 9 teachers, including director of which five were qualified infant teachers and four teachers\342\200\231 aides. The facility complies with the required teacher-infant ratios today. All staff members have undergone criminal record clearances verified with the CDSS Guardian Background Check System. The hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 7: 0 0 am to 6:00 pm. LPAs inspected the Center for Health and Safety Hazards along with the Director. The infant/toddler program operates in rooms 4 different rooms Nido rm 4 and Nido 3 and toddler 1 and toddler 2. The facility maintains an electronic record of sign-in/out for infants, and all parent signatures match the number of infants present. The infants' classroom appeared clean and organized, with appropriate heating, lighting, and ventilation. The Center provides age-appropriate toys, furnishings, changing tables, and equipment. LPAs did not observe any pools, spas, or other bodies of water, nor did they notice any bouncers, exersaucers, or similar equipment at the facility. According to the Director, no firearms or weapons are present at the Center, and all cleaning materials and potentially hazardous objects are kept out of reach of children. Personnel restrooms are cont pg 2 >>>> page 2 separate from children; all solid waste storage containers have tightly fitted lids. The Center also maintains a carbon monoxide detector, centralized smoke alarm, 5 fully equipped fire extinguisher, and First Aid kits. During the inspection, LPAs observed changing tables within arm's reach of the sink. There's a specific area where babies can sleep or nap without distractions. A sleep log was available for review for infants. The changing tables observed are equipped with at least 1" thick padding. Additionally, the changing tables are designed with at least 3" elevated edges to prevent any accidents. Disposable wipes are used to clean the area after each use. LPAs observed that the breast milk or formula provided by parents was stored appropriately in the refrigerator, and each bottle was labeled accordingly. The outdoor surface area appears to be well-maintained and in good condition. It's covered with soft cushions, making it a safe and comfortable space for infants to play. A shade structure is available for infants' outdoor activities. Drinking water is also easily accessible outside through bottles. The center has heat repellant padding that covers the outdoor area. LPAs checked the personnel and children's records at the facility. A sample of children's files contained complete information such as medical assessments, needs, services, feeding plans, and signed admission agreements. The staff files were well-organized and thorough, with proof of educational credentials. Multiple staff members were observed to have valid CPR cards and vaccine proofs for Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza in their files. Additionally, the facility posted the required documents, including the license, menus, waivers, notification of parental rights, notification of personal rights, car seat law, and emergency disaster plan. The Director stated that fire and earthquake drills are conducted monthly, with the most recent fire drills completed on 5/30/2025 and properly logged. cont pg 3 >>> page 3 LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPAs also informed the 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. LPAs 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-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 the 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. 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 child care 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). cont pg 4 >>>> page 4 LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed and was provided proof and was advised to contact certifier to post results on waterboard site. CCC COMPLETED SAMPLING BUT THE TEST RESULTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE. The 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 will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . No deficiencies were cited during todays visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview and report were reviewed with the Director, Ana Lima