Routine inspection·March 10, 2026

On 03/10/26, at 10:50am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Anna Chan conducted an unannounced onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random Visit. LPA met with Director Carrie Mercado. LPA and Director toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 70 children and 8 staff (4 infants with 1 staff, 6 toddlers with 1 staff, 60 preschool with 6 staff). Children were having indoor class activities when LPA arrived. Director stated 78 children are enrolled, which consists of 4 infants, 6 toddlers and 68 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 7a.m.- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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. Age-appropriate materials were provided. Facility provides snacks to children. Lunches are brought from home. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is filtered Brita water pitcher available to children indoors and sports bottle are also brought by children from home with the child\342\200\231s name on it. Page 1 of 4 The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Infant children have cribs and cots and preschool children nap on cots, and bedding is stored individually. Infant sheets are washed by the facility daily. Preschool blankets and sheets are brought home on the last day the child is in school. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The play yard was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The cushioning material is wood chips and one area with turf which appeared to be enough to absorb falls. There are swings, bicycles and bicycle paths, basketball, climbing equipment, around the playground. The toddlers and preschools have an approved waiver to share a yard on a staggered schedule. There is a separate yard for infants, with rubberized cushioning and appeared to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by Brita water pitcher and sports bottles with the child\342\200\231s name on it. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained, in good repair and free of hazards and sharp edges. There is an in-ground pool that is not being utilized by the facility therefore the gate was locked by a padlock. Pool was inspected on 10/8/25 by County of Orange Public Health Services, Environmental Health Division with a passing score. LPA reviewed the facility\342\200\231s daily pool log. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. The facility conducted an emergency drill on January 23, 2026. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. 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 (a) (1) Commencing September 1, 2016, 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. Page 2 of 4 Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporter training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 08/2027. 9 Children's records were reviewed; there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed through Bright Wheel. Each child representative has their own login codes. 15-minute sleep checks for infants 24 months and under were reviewed. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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. The facility conducted Lead Testing on November 8, 2022. Currently, there are medications for children. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 Director 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 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 Page 3 of 4 Director was reminded 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 initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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. An Inspection and exit interview were completed with Director Carrie Mercado. The report was reviewed and discussed. \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 was posted and must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Appeal rights were provided. Page 4 of 4