Routine inspection (multi-day)·November 13, 2025

Page 1 On 11/13/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Deschampe conducted an on-site inspection for the purpose of an Unannounced Annual Random-Case Management/Annual Continuation inspection which began on 10/27/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 9:08 AM and was allowed entry by the facility representative/director, Terri Martinez. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and was guided on a tour of the facility. During the tour of the facility, LPA took the following census: Total children present was 59, with 9 staff. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date, 11/13/2025 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Facility Representative 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 (HSC) 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. Page 2 During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents and cleaning compounds) were observed to be stored and out of reach of children. Poisons are stored in a locked storage room. Medications are centrally stored and inaccessible to children. First-aid supplies were complete and stored in a location in each classroom/playground and in the office that is accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. Food is brought from home and stored properly with personalized labels. Fixtures, furniture, equipment, and supplies were clean and observed to be in good repair, free of sharp edges, and age appropriate for all children enrolled in care. Children have access to drinking water via personal labeled water bottles and Brita water pitchers for refills. The children's and staff bathrooms are safe and in sanitary operating condition. Children nap on mats which are properly stored. Children's personal items, including bedding is clean, stored separately and individually, and in a labeled compartment. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has multiple working carbon monoxide/smoke detectors throughout the facility (tested on 09/2025 by City of Newport Beach Fire Department \342\200\223 Life Safety Services Fire Code Operational Permit). There are 5 fire extinguishers on site. The facility maintains an indoor temperature within regulation (minimum of 68 degrees and maximum of 85 degrees F or, in extreme heat a maximum of 20 degrees less than the outside temperature. Facility met all waiver, exceptions, and posting requirements , including the California Child Passenger Safety Law, posted by the entrance of the facility. The outdoor activity spaces were inspected for compliance. The playgrounds were enclosed by a white vinyl fence at least four feet in height. The cushioning material (rubber turf and sand) around the climbing equipment, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided via personalized water bottles and refilled with a Brita water pitcher. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. California Code of Regulations (CCR) 101238.2 Outdoor Activity Space (d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard and CCR 101238.2 Outdoor Activity Space (h) Any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity area shall be made inaccessible to children in care. This shall include, but not be limited to, incinerators, Page 3 air-conditioning equipment, water heaters, and fuse boxes. These regulations were not met as evidenced by holes/damage to the rubber turf on the playground and dirt patches (muddy and slippery) in the grass area and the inoperable air conditioning unit attached to the Pre-K Prep 2 room. This poses as a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care if left unattended (Technical Violations were issued). California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness . Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org . 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 facility representative 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 referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA 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/ . Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 3 out of 3 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (HSC) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, HSC 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. Page 4 A random sample of 12 children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed 12 out of 12 children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out is completed by the authorized representative using Bright Wheel with date/time, complete signature, and personal PIN. 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-and-resources/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. The facility representative was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from www.ccld.ca.gov and select Receive Important Updates link. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative/director, Terri Martinez. Appeal Rights were discussed with facility representative. The facility representative was provided a copy of the appeal rights (LIC 9058 ) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days. The \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted on, or immediately adjacent to the main entrance to the facility. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. Page 5 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 . End of Report