Routine inspection·April 23, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Dianna Valdez Santana conducted an on-site inspection for the purpose of an Random Annual inspection. LPA and Director Deanne Walkwitz toured the facility inside and outside. Census was taken in each individual classroom, Room #1 had 8 infants with 3 staff and Room #2 had 8 toddlers and 3 staff. LPA observed a total of 16 children with 6 staff. Facility hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 6 PM. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, LPA did not observe any items which could pose a danger to children (poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications or hazardous items). All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers that are kept on and are in good repair. Bottles and containers of food are brought by the infant’s authorized representatives and are labeled with the infant’s name. Infant changing tables are placed within arm’s reach of a sink. The facility has age-appropriate furniture and equipment including, but no limited to, cribs, cots, or mats, changing table and feeding chairs. The facility has sufficient infant napping equipment that meets the requirements. A baby walker was not observed during today’s visit. Page 1 of 5 The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The outdoor flooring is concrete with rubber mats. The cushioning material rubber mats commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by children’s own water bottles with each child’s name on it, staff refill them before going outside. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. Facility conducted Lead Test on 7/11/2022, proof of test was reviewed. The food (meals and snacks) is provided by children’s authorized representatives. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by water pitchers and the children have their individual drinking bottles with their name labeled on it. Water is provided from a water filtration system in the kitchen. Children nap on cots or cribs, and bedding is stored individually, and blankets are taken home weekly to be washed by parents at end of week. The facility launders the children’s sheets daily. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, last drill was conducted on 4/15/2025. The facility has working carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date; 7 staff files were reviewed. 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 7 staff were reviewed and 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. Staff present inside infant program possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 4/2026. Page 2 of 5 Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 children’s files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary (LIC 700) and a medical assessment. LPA reviewed the napping log for infants up to 24 months and LIC 9227 and Infant Safe Sleep Plan for infants up to 12 months. Infant Needs and Service Plans were also reviewed. In the areas reviewed, the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Facility utilizes app, ProCare for signing children in/out. The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov Facility does administer medication but none at this time. 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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. Page 3 of 5 Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The facility representative was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan 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 . English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials · Always place infants on their backs for sleeping · Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress · Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib · Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard · Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them · Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping · The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Page 4 of 5 LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process 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 conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Deanne Walkwitz. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal Rights and deficiency were discussed. Director was provided a copy of their 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. End of Report. Page 4 of 5. End of Report.