Routine inspection·October 23, 2025

On 10/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx, met with Director, Dawna Allred, for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA observed a census of 24 infants being supervised by six staff within two classrooms . Director was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 06:30 AM to 06:00 PM. LPA inspected indoor activity space, food service areas, and outdoor activity space. Hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. Furniture, equipment, toys, and materials were in good condition. Outdoor activity space and equipment were in good repair and free of loose or sharp parts. There are no high climbing structures within the infant yard. Shaded areas are provided to children via awnings. Food preparation space was hygienic, and all food was protected against contamination. Menus were posted for AM/PM snack and lunch, which is provided by the facility for infants eating solid foods. Facility also provides formula and baby food for infants not yet eating solid foods. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to infants. Trash bins with waste have tight fitting lids. LPA observed first aid supplies, a carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the facility. Facility utilizes an electronic sign in/out system. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed sleep checks conducted and documented every 15 minutes for all children under two, Needs and Services plans, and Infant Sleeping Plans for infants under 12 months of age. LPA observed one crib/cot for each infant care with a tight fitted sheet. Staff stated that the bedding is changed daily. Infant diaper changing area is clean, within arm's reach of a sink, and contains a changing mat that meets requirements. Toys are of age-appropriate size, with no small parts. LPA observed labeled food and milk for infants, stored at safe temperatures. LPA observed staff documentation of feedings and diaper changes. LPA reviewed facility records including child's records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files, which were verified complete with required forms/documentation. LPA reviewed records for a sample of present staff which contained the required licensing forms/documentation. LPA observed a children's roster and disaster drill log within the facility; last fire drill conducted 05/2025. LPA observed all required licensing documents were posted and visible to parent/guardians. LPA verified at least one staff member present has current valid CPR certification, expiring 10/2025. Director has staff enrolled to renew CPR 11/2025. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA observed facility in compliance with safe sleep regulations. LPA also informed Director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained a clearance. 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. 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. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead testing was completed. 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 link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . LPA observed medications were stored appropriately Director 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. 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. No deficiencies were cited as a result of the annual inspection based on areas evaluated. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.