complaint·April 8, 2025

Page 2 Reporting Party (RP) mentioned observing cockroaches near the water bottle filling station located near the younger preschoolers' class. On 4/8/2025, LPA observed the water bottle filing stations to be unplugged and placed on the outside play yard. On 4/8/2025, LPA interviewed three staff. Two out of three staff interviewed stated they have observed cockroaches inside the classroom. One staff interviewed stated they have observed cockroaches on the outside play yard. On 4/8/2025, LPA toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed dead cockroaches inside primary classroom near the fish tank. Inside the toddler classroom, LPA observed dead cockroaches near the window frame and behind the fish tank on the floor. On 4/8/2025, LPA interviewed two children. Children interviewed stated they have seen bugs/insects. Child #1 (C1) mentioned observing cockroaches and mosquitos near the fish tank inside the primary classroom. Child #2 (C2) mentioned observing spiders, crickets, and ants on the play yard. Based on observation and staff stating they have observes cockroaches inside and outside on the play yard; the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division & Chapter 12, is being cited on the attached LIC 9099 D for the deficiency section 101238 Buildings and Grounds (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. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. In the areas that were evaluated, one Type B deficiency was observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Livia Diaz.