Routine inspection·November 4, 2025

Page 1 On 11/04/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Deschampe conducted an on-site visit for the purpose of an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA arrived at the facility at 9:30 AM and was met by the licensee, Mary Chang. Licensee guided the LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the facility with the following census: 37 children and 5 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 6:30 AM-6:00 PM. A review of staff criminal clearance record on this date, 11/04/2025 indicated that 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 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 (09/10/2025). The facility has tested and have operable smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, with 4 fire extinguishers on site. The facility received a clearance, per inspection dated 10/02/2025 from the City of Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue 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. California Code of Regulations (CCR) Buildings and Grounds Section 101238 (a) 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. This requirement was not met as evidenced by interview and LPA observation of a torn carpet, non-diaper items in the diaper changing table, power outlet without covers, and wall scraped with plaster exposed approximately 2 inches in diameter. 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\342\200\231s personal items, including bedding, are clean, stored individually, and in a labeled compartment. Family\342\200\231s provide bedding which goes home on Fridays to be laundered. Food is brought from home with snacks available, as necessary. Children\342\200\231s water bottles and food storage containers are labeled and stored properly. Water is refilled using a Brita pitcher. CCR Outdoor Activity Space Section 101238.2(d)(2) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: Free of hazards including, but not limited to,..debris,... and Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment, and Supplies Section 101239(o)(1) Equipment shall be maintained in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The requirements were not met as evidenced by interview and LPA observation of a broken fence pole, missing pieces of privacy fence, and broken toys/equipment. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The cushioning material (dirt) 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. Water is refilled using a Igloo water dispenser. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. Page 3 This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication 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 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/ . 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 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). Per Result Summary completed by Enthalpy Analytical dated 12/11/2023 and an email dated 12/20/2023 from the Lead Sampling Program, the Child Care Center has completed testing and no lead exceedances. 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, 5 out of 5 staff files were reviewed and in compliance. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, 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 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 6 children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed the children\342\200\231s files were found to b e in compliance. Sign in/out procedure is completed by the authorized representative via ProCare. CCR Section 101229.1 Sign In and Sign Out (a)(1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use their fu ll legal signature and shall record the time of day. Facility representative sent an email reminder to parents/authorized representatives during the inspection. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing (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 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 Based on LPA observation, interviews, and record review the following Type B violations were observed and are being cited (on the attached 809D) in accordance with: California Code of Regulations Section 101238(a) Buildings and Grounds California Code of Regulations Section 101238.2(d)(2) Outdoor Activity Space Page 5 The exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Kristine Fernandez. Technical Support Program (TSP) referral discussed and accepted by facility representative. 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. Deficiencies and 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