Routine inspection·June 23, 2025

On 6/23/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Jung and Carreiro, conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual/Random Inspection. LPAs and Assistant Director, Mariana Cashion, toured the facility. The overall census observed was four (4) preschool staff and 30 preschool children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:30a.m.- 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicated that one (1) out of four (4) staff present who require caregiver background checks did not receive criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Assistant Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the facility, 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 licensed 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, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/hazardous items are not kept on the premises. Food is prepared on site; snacks are provided. Children pack lunch from home. Food is properly stored. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. (Go to page 2) (Page 2) There is drinking water available to children indoors by refillable bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. The children's restrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, and bedding is stored individually. The facility conducted an emergency drill on 06/24/2024. Emergency drills shall be conducted once at least every six months; see LIC 809D for deficiency. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirements. 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 cushioning material made of artificial grass around the climbing equipment and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by refillable bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. 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. Five (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 (H&S) 1596.7995 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for all 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. All five (5) staff files reviewed did not have current mandated reporter training certificates; see LIC 809D for deficiency. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 07/21/2025. Five (5) children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate record for each child. Child 1 (C1) did not have Tuberculosis (TB) result in file; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Child 5 (C5) did not have immunization record on file; see LIC 809D for deficiency. 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. Facility uses a digital app called BrightWheel. (Go to Page 3) (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). Facility did not complete lead testing; see LIC 809D for deficiency. 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 Transfer Request (LIC9182). The assistant director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov assistant 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 LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Based on LPAs\342\200\231 observations, record reviews, and interviews, the following violations were observed and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 1; see attached LIC 809D pages for 1 Type A and 5 Type B violations cited. LPAs Jung and Carreiro informed Assistant Director, Mariana Cashion, that this report dated 6/23/2025 documents one (1) Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. (Go to page 4) (Page 4) Also, LPAs Jung and Carreiro informed the Assistant Director, Mariana Cashion, to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 6/23/2025 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Assistant Director, Mariana Cashion.