Routine inspection·September 26, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Darnella Barnes conducted an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose was explained to Director Loretta Ehrhart, who granted access and received the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125). The facility operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:00am \342\200\223 5:00pm, Required postings were visible to the public, and the last fire drill was completed on 5/21/25. The Director was reminded of the six-month drill and documentation requirement. Monthly menus were posted in advance. A fully charged 3A-40B-C fire extinguisher, was last serviced on 8/1/25, is available, along with working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and an operating telephone. Director was reminded that smoking is prohibited. Director confirmed there are no firearms on the property. At the time of observation, the Director, nine teachers, and nineteen children were present, meeting both capacity and ratio requirements. Staff were attentive, actively engaged with the children, and present in sufficient numbers to ensure proper supervision. Children appeared comfortable and at ease during interactions with staff. Director is aware of the child illness regulation. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. ----CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGES ----- Inside the facility, the environment was clean, safe, and well-maintained. The flooring was in good condition and free from tripping or slipping hazards. Toy containers had smooth corners, proper ventilation, and no finger-trapping lids. Children were protected from slipping risks, and each had a clearly marked space for storing personal items. LPA observed diaper changing table within arm's reach of a sink. Parents provide all food and bottles for children under one year old. When the parent determines the child is ready, they may opt into school-provided snacks and lunch. After age one, parents choose whether to use school snacks or send food from home. In those cases, parents supply the morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack. The facility provides water and whole milk, unless a dietary restriction or allergy requires substitution. Drinking water is obtained from a filtered faucet in the kitchen and is served using school-provided sippy cups or paper cups. Extra food is kept on-site in case additional nutrition is needed. Meals are prepared in the facility\342\200\231s kitchen by a hired cook. Children rested on wipeable mats at least one inch thick. Mats were labeled to indicate the floor side and cleaned weekly or more often as needed. Cribs were clean, each with a firm mattress and a fitted sheet. No pillows, blankets, or toys were observed inside the cribs. Bedding was not shared and was washed weekly. Floors were cleaned daily. Cleaning supplies were stored in locked cabinets, away from food and out of children's reach. Used water and disinfectants were properly disposed of. Trash was kept in closed, clean containers. Indoor temperature at the time of observation was 70 degrees. LPA Barnes observed that for children who are able to climb out the crib, each had individual bedding, including labeled sheets and blankets, which were stored separately to prevent cross-contamination. Mats were spaced with walkways in between to allow safe movement and easy access. On inspection, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) reviewed nine staff files (S1\342\200\223S9). Each file contained current Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter Training certificates, Personnel Record (LIC 501) or job application, Health Screening Report (LIC 503), Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse (LIC 9108), Employee Rights notice (LIC 9052), and education documentation. Files showed proof of TB clearance and immunizations for influenza, pertussis, and measles. Some staff files lacked required immunization records for measles, pertussis, or TB. Type B deficiencies were issued on attached 809-D -----CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGES ----- LPA reminded Director that Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed every two years. And that there must always be one staff with Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification at all times. LPA also advised Director that aides and assistants must be under direct supervision of a qualified teacher except during nap time and taking children to the bathroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) reviewed five children's files. All files were complete and included the Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information (LIC 700), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627), Physician's Report (LIC 701), immunization records, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights (LIC 995A), and Child's Pre-admission Health History. LPA reviewed facility roster , sign-in/out and completed using full legal signatures and recorded times through Brightwheeel app. Infants up to 12 months had a written Needs and Services Plan completed prior to enrollment and updated at least every three months. These plans included detailed information on each child's feeding, sleeping, and toileting routines. In addition, a 15-minute sleep check log was maintained for each infant during naptime for children up to 24 months of age. First-aid supplies were accessible to staff but out of reach of children. The kit included a first aid manual, bandages, scissors, adhesive tape, thermometer, tweezer and antiseptic solution. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication 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 . -----CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGES ----- During the outdoor inspection, LPA observed that all walkways, ramps, and stairs were clear of tripping hazards. The play area had proper shade, was well-organized to prevent accidents, and the ground was free of debris or dangerous items. Climbing structure with slide and playhouse had protective surfacing; synthetic grass. The sandbox was clean and safe. Outdoor equipment was age-appropriate, securely anchored, in good condition, and free of sharp edges or loose parts. Drinking water outdoor is via water pitcher from the water dispenser served with disposable or sippy cups. The outdoor area was fully enclosed by a fence at least four feet high. No dangerous equipment, chemicals, or utility fixtures were accessible. 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 Site Supervisor 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 . 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-and- resources/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. Director 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. 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 . -----CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE ----- During today\342\200\231s inspection, \342\200\234Type B\342\200\235 deficiencies are 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 the Director, Loretta Ehrhart -----END OF REPORT ----