Routine inspection·November 13, 2025

On 11/13/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Trinh conducted an inspection for the purpose of an Annual/Random Inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was led on a tour by Director, Zelinda Zazuetta. The overall census observed was 2 staff and 21 school age children. Facility hours are 6:30AM \342\200\223 6:30PM, Monday through Friday. This is a before and after school program which also offers full day care during school breaks. The Facility Personnel Report Summary reviewed on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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 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, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is prepared on site; lunch is provided on Thursdays and afternoon snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary, and food is properly stored. Floors, children\342\200\231s equipment, and furniture were clean, observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, had tight fitting covers that were kept on and in good repair. (Go to Page 2) (Page 2) There was drinking water available, both indoors and outdoors, to children by refillable bottles labeled with the children\342\200\231s names. The children's restrooms were clean and sanitary. The facility has age-appropriate furniture and equipment, and areas used by the school aged students were separate from the areas used by infants and preschoolers. The facility conducted an emergency drill on 11/04/2025. The facility had a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility met all posting requirements. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance and was enclosed by a fence. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material, grass around the play equipment and other similar equipment was sufficient to absorb falls. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair. Director stated there are no bodies of water present at the facility. Two (2) s taff files were reviewed during the facility inspection on this date. There was a separate, complete and current record for each staff. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff were reviewed and were within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 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, which expire s 6/18/2027. Five (5) children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record for each child. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. The facility uses a digital app called Care Connect for sign in and out procedure. 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. Facility completed their lead testing on 12/2022. ( Go to Page 3) (Page 3) 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). Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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, avai lable at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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. 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 . Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Zelinda Zazuetta. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) 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. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. End of report.