Routine inspection·May 28, 2026

On 5/28/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Do arrived at the facility for the purpose of an Annual Random Inspection and met with Director Anne Marie Dang. LPA Do were led on a tour by Director Dang. There were 16 children, three staff, and one volunteer present. Facility hours are 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. During today’s inspection of the indoor activity space, LPA Do observed that detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Director stated poisons / hazardous items were not kept on the premises. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean. There was drinking water available to children indoors and outdoors via water bottles with the child’s name on it. The children’s restrooms were clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots / mats. Bedding was stored separately and staff stated that parents take the bedding home to be washed weekly or as needed. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months on 03/25/2026. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility met all posting requirements. The outdoor activity space was inspected. The playground was enclosed by a fence. The surface of the outdoor activity was free of hazards. The cushioning material, artificial grass, under and around the climbing equipment, slides, and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorb falls. The sandbox was free of hazardous materials. Two out of four sheds located on the sides of the play areas were not locked. Continue to Page 2 Page 2 LPA observed unlocked sheds accessible to children to contain cleaning solutions, brooms, mops, and sharp gardening tools. Director stated that the locks were broken (See LIC 809D for deficiency cited) 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. For childcare 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 this childcare center completed testing on 05/09/2024 and no lead exceedances. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22- 02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date 05/28/26 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Director 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. Five (5) staff files were reviewed for staff 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 childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for five staff were reviewed. However, 1 out of 5 staff did not have a health screening, immunization record, and tuberculosis document (See LIC809D for deficiency cited). Continue to Page 3 Page 3 Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. However, 1 out of 5 staff did not complete mandated reporter training. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 8/16/27. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of five (5) of children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached, when necessary, Immunization records, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Notification of Parent’s Rights (LIC995A), medical assessment and found to be in compliance. Sign in/Sign out procedure was reviewed and meets regulation requirements. This facility utilizes an electronic sign in/out system. Snacks were provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food was properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. In the areas that were evaluated, two (2) Type B deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Dang. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. Director Dang was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. End of Report