Routine inspection·November 21, 2025

Page 1 On 11/21/2025, 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 8:45 AM and was met by licensee, Cicek Chek. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and was guided on a tour of the facility. During the tour of the facility, LPA took the following census: Total children present was 44 with 4 staff. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:00 AM \342\200\223 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date, 11/21/2025 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee 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 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 Page 2 stored and inaccessible to children. First-aid supplies were complete and stored in a location that is accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. Snacks are provided by the facility. Children have the option to purchase lunch from a third party vendor or bring lunch and snacks from home which are stored properly with personalized labels. All food is selected, stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner. Menus were posted in an area accessible for review by child\342\200\231s parents/authorized representatives. Children have access to drinking water via personal labeled water bottles with refills from a water dispenser. 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. The children's and staff bathrooms are safe and in sanitary operating condition. Children nap on mats which are properly stored. Facility provides bedding and is laundered every week, or as needed. Bedding is stored in the classroom individually and separately. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months (11/10/2025). The facility has a centralized smoke detection system and carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom that were tested and operable during the inspection. Fire extinguishers are located in each classroom. 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 outdoor activity spaces were 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 area around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and other similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs falls (rubber turf). Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by personalized water bottles and refilled using a water fountain. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. 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 . Page 3 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. LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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 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/ . 5 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. 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. 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. 5 out of 5 staff files were in compliance. A random sample of 5 children's records were reviewed. There was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed 5 out of 5 children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out is completed by the parent/authorized representative using date/time and complete signature. Licensee 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. Page 4 LPA also informed licensee 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. 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Cicek Chek. Appeal Rights were discussed with licensee. The licensee was provided a copy of the 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. The \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door to the facility. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. 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