Routine inspection·April 20, 2026

On April 20, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst Darnella Barnes conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. The purpose of the visit was explained to Preschool Coordinator Renee Garcia, who received the LIC125 Entrance Checklist and granted access. During the inspection, Renee Garcia, four staff, and thirty-four children were present. The facility was located on the campus of Boronda Meadows Elementary in Rooms 1, 2 and 7. Classroom 1 operated two Pre-K schedules Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. This classroom operated as a general education and inclusion program. Classroom 2 offered full-time Pre-K instruction Monday through Friday. The facility operated Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Room 7 is currently not in use. Waiver expectations were reviewed with the Preschool Coordinator . Salinas City Elementary School District provided food for the children, which was brought in daily for Classroom 1 breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack, and for Classroom 2 for both morning and afternoon sessions lunch was provided. Additional food was available when needed. Drinking water was provided through a filtered water system Fingerprint clearances for all individuals requiring caregiver background checks were obtained through the State Department and/or County Office of Education and are not under the jurisdiction of Community Care Licensing Division. -----CONTINUED NEXT PAGES ----- LPA observed a smoke detector and carbon monoxide. Required postings, including the activity schedule, and the menu prepared one month in advance were present. The postings were available for review. The most recent fire drill was conducted on 3/30/26. LPA Barnes informed Preschool Coordinator of the requirement to conduct and document fire drills at least once every six months. LPA observed a 3A-40BC fire extinguishers with a service date of 1/26/26, and an operating telephone was present. Preschool Coordinator stated that no firearms or ammunition were stored or present on the premises and that smoking was not permitted. LPA Barnes inspected the indoor environment. The flooring did not present tripping or slipping hazards. Toy containers had edges and lids designed to prevent finger entrapment. Each child had an individually labeled storage space. The bathroom and toilet met the required ratio regulation. Preschool coordinator stated bathrooms were cleaned daily; however, both bathrooms for Classrooms 1 and 2 were in unsanitary condition. A Citation B was issued as documented on the attached LIC809D. Cleaning supplies and chemicals were stored separate from food and out of reach of children. Classroom floors were swept daily, carpets were vacuumed, and floors were mopped daily. The indoor temperature was recorded at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA Barnes reviewed five children’s files during the inspection and found them complete. LPA Barnes reviewed the sign-in and sign-out records. Parents manually signed in and out, recording the date and time. LPA Barnes reviewed five staff files. All were complete. LPA Barnes informed Preschool Coordinator that Mandated Reporter Training was required every two years. LPA Barnes stated that at least one staff member was required to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification at all times. LPA Barnes stated that aides and assistants were required to remain under the supervision of a qualified teacher except during naptime or bathroom transitions During the outdoor inspection, LPA Barnes observed that all walkways, ramps, and stairs were free of hazards. The outdoor space was fenced at least five feet high, was free of debris, and did not contain any accessible hazards or bodies of water. The play area provided shade and was arranged to allow movement and access. ------CONTINUED NEXT PAGES ----- First aid supplies were observed in an accessible location for staff and out of children’s reach. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Interim 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. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for and removing any 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, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers 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 Interim Director shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Preschool Coordinator was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.. -----CONTINUED NEXT PAGE ----- 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 inspection the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . During today’s inspection, one “Type B” deficiency is issued on attached 809-D. Appeal rights provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Preschool Coordinator Renee Garcia. -----END OF REPORT -----