Routine inspection·November 5, 2025

Page 1 On 11/05/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Deschampe conducted an on-site inspection for the purpose of an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA arrived at the facility at 11:55 AM and was met by the Facility Representative/Director, Angela Galitski. Facility representative guided the LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the facility with the following census: 51 children and 8 staff. During the inspection it was determined the facility was operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. A review of staff criminal clearance record on this date 11/05/2025 indicated that all facility staff or other individuals who required 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 provide 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. 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. Medications are centrally stored and inaccessible to children. First-aid supplies were complete and stored in a location that is accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. The children and staff bathrooms are safe and in sanitary Page 2 operating condition. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months (10/16/2025).The facility has operable smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, with 7 fire extinguishers on site. The facility received a clearance per inspection dated 11/05/2025 from the Newport Beach Fire Department. 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 child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. 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’s personal items, including bedding, are clean, stored individually, and in a labeled compartment. Family’s provide bedding which goes home on Fridays to be laundered. Food is brought from home with snacks available, as necessary. Children’s water bottles and food storage containers are labeled and stored properly. The surface of the outdoor activity space was free of hazards. Fixtures, furniture, and equipment were maintained in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The cushioning material (rubber) 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 by labeled water bottles, and refilled with bottled water. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding Americans with Disabilities Act (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/ . Page 3 Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Healthy Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The facility representative was informed and website given for the California Child Care Disaster Plan that has been posted to the UCSF 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 licensee 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. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 6 out of 6 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. 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. A random sample of 10 children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in compliance. Sign in/out procedure is completed by the parents/authorized representatives on paper in the office. CCR Section 101229.1 Sign In and Sign Out (a)(1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use their full legal signature and shall record the time of day. The facility representative sends monthly reminders to parents/authorized representatives via email/newsletter. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Page 4 (CCL) 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 devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Facility representative 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. The licensee 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. The exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative/director, Angela Galitski. The notice of site visit was given and posted during the inspection. Facility representative was reminded that the notice of site visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Appeal rights were discussed and provided to the facility representative and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. Facility Representative must file an appeal, in writing, to the Regional Manager within 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment or notice of deficiency. First level appeals should be sent to the Regional Manager at the address listed above. 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