Routine inspection·May 5, 2026

On 5/5/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Trinh conducted an on-site inspection for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. LPA and the Facility Program/Director, Sarah Pham, toured the facility inside and outside, and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. The census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 24 preschool children and 5 Preschool teachers. The Program/Director stated that the total enrollment is 29 preschool children, that children are on a staggered schedule and arrive at different times throughout the day, and that they are aware that they cannot exceed the capacity ratio of 48 children at any one time. During the inspection, it was determined that the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and in compliance with staff-to-child ratios. Facility hours are 7:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE: A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date, 05/05/2026. The Program/Director understands 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 the initial presence in a licensed childcare facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a citation of a deficiency and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code. INDOOR INSPECTION : The LPA inspected the indoor areas and areas accessible to children at the time of the visit. The facility was equipped with working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, working telephone service, and at least one fire extinguisher that meets statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. A record review shows that the last drill was documented on May 1, 2024. The Program/director stated that there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility; none were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items that could pose a danger if readily available were inaccessible to clients in care. Continued Page 2. page 2. No poisons or other items that could pose a danger to children were observed during the inspection. Solid waste receptacles have a tight-fitting cover and are in good repair. The facility provides age-appropriate toys, play equipment, and materials for the children served. ON-SITE FOOD PREPARATION : This facility provides breakfast, lunch, and PM snacks, which are delivered by a vendor called the Great American Lunchbox , and Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. At the time of inspection, food prep areas were clean and sanitary, and food was properly stored. Drinking water is available to children indoors by bringing their own water bottles from home with the child’s name on it. There is a water fountain in each classroom, and a water jug for refills. Drinking water is available to children in care. The LPA observed that the facility’s floors, equipment, furniture, and children’s bathrooms were clean, in good repair, and free of sharp edges. The facility meets all posting requirements. OUTDOOR INSPECTION: The LPA inspected the outdoor areas. The playground is enclosed by a fence at least four feet high and is in good repair. At the time of inspection, the surface of the outdoor activity area was maintained and free of any observable hazards. The areas around and under high-climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with impact-absorbing material. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by a sports bottle with the children’s names or a water fountain with paper cups. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The inspected grounds of the outdoor facility are safe, sanitary, and in good repair. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. PERSONNEL RECORDS. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this 05/05/26; 5 out of 5 staff files were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states that a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff members was reviewed and in compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training and to renew it every 2 years. At 9:00 A.M, during staff file review and interview, staff 2 (S2) members did not have their mandated reporter training certificate, which expired 12/16/25. At least one staff member present has current EMSA-approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification on 8/5/26. Continued Page 3. Page 3. CHILDREN’S RECORDS : Children's records were reviewed for compliance present during the facility inspection on this date; 5 out of 5 children's files were reviewed. Each child has a separate, complete, and current record. The sign-in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Transportation is offered to children. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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 a link to the publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . The Program/Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.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.cdss.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) was provided. The facility representative was informed, and the website given, that 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 A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. LEAD TESTING: 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. The director submitted LIC 9275 and LIC 9276. The Water Board website shows no lead exceedance. Continued Page 4. Page 4. CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE : The program/director understands 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 the initial presence in a licensed child care facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a deficiency citation and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for up to five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code. Based on LPA record review, the facility was not in compliance and is being cited in accordance with the Health and Safety Code, for the following violations: HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) Administration of Child Day Care Licensing on the attached LIC 809D. 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 . Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility Program/Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the program/director. End of my Report.