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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD STARTLicense 3609108311 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On October 15, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Calloway made an unannounced inspection to the above facility for the purpose of conducting an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with facility representative who granted access. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed twelve (12) day care children in active play and four staff. There are two classrooms open from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Monday-Friday for the preschool that were observed empty during the inspection. There were two full-day classroom 7:30-4:30 PM Monday-Friday. All employees, 18 years and over have a Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI) and Child Abuse Central Index Clearance and are associated with the facility. Physical Plant: There are four (4) clean and safe classrooms, the telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. The daily schedule and activities were posted. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with their names. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were appropriately aged and not damaged. There were activity rugs inside the room for play. Representative stated the rugs are cleaned once a year. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of water dispensers and disposable cups. The napping equipment are cots and there was enough for all children. Representative stated the bedding is stored separately and washed weekly. First Aid Kits were in each classroom on the wall of each classroom. There is an Emergency Survival Kit kept in the EHS classroom and the full day class and both are sealed. Trash cans have secure lids. The temperature inside the room was comfortable. Representative stated, the fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the day care center are all operable and were checked during the fire inspection. Bathrooms: There are bathrooms in each classroom. LPA observed two urinals and one toilet in one bathroom and one toilet, and one handwashing sink in the other bathroom. Inside one classroom there were three handwashing sinks that are functioning properly and at the appropriate height. LPA did not observe any accessible hazards. There was soap, toilet paper, and paper towels available in all the restrooms observed. The staff restrooms are outside of the classrooms in the main office and break room. Kitchen: There is a fully equipped kitchen with three large refrigerators, two large freezers, two conventional ovens, microwave, and one small handwashing sink and three large prep sinks. The kitchen was clean and there were no accessible hazards observed. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks. The menus are posted inside/outside the class. There is a confidential allergy list posted on the wall in the kitchen. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. The chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept separate from the food and are locked in a separate custodial closet outside of the kitchen. LPA observed 1% milk. The staff refrigerator was separate. Outside: Outdoor play equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and is age appropriate. LPA observed two separate play yards one for Early Head Start (EHS) that was observed with rubber mat as cushioning material and canopy for shade with table/benches for rest, play equipment and BB hoop. There was a large playground for the rest of the school with two large play structures with slides and a swing set securely anchored in the ground with a canopy for shade and a rubber mat as a cushioned surface. Bikes, play equipment, basketball hoops and toys for active play. There is concrete sand area for active play. The playground was observed to be free of debris. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water jug and disposable cups. Representative stated there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any. There are three storage sheds that were locked. The fencing is chain-linked and observed locked and is secure around the entire playground. Other Review: Children and staff files were reviewed. Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid (expires 4/2027). Transportation is not provided. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 9/25/25 and Earthquake drill was conducted: 9/10/25. Lockdown drill was conducted: 9/18/25. Representative stated the last facility fire inspection was conducted: 9/18/25. The child/parent roster was not complete with all required information. Representative stated they did not know the information was needed. The staff/ child ratios were observed to be compliant; the sign in/out sheets were digital/electronic. Representative stated the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate isolation area for ill children in the site supervisor's office until the parent can pick up the child. Representative stated, the medications are stored in a black bag inside each classroom not locked. A review of medication policy states that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The management staff administers medication and documents the dosage, date, and time on a log. Medication is stored in each class in a black bag locked. All medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. The following was discussed with the representative: Facility representative was reminded to access the CCLD Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov . to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. All representatives are responsible for knowing the regulations when providing care. Representatives should know their role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter. Training is renewed every two years at: mandatedreporterca.com. All adults 18 years 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) 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-care-centers/ . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers that were constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test. 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). Or LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead Poisoning: For more information, go to the California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch\342\200\231s website at www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/clppb,or call them at (510) 620-5600. Review PUB 515 for information and posting. Facility representative 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. 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. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/ subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Reminder: The CCLD On Duty Worker is available: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, at (661) 202-3318 for questions, information, and unusual incident reporting. Once the incident is reported within twenty-four (24) hours via telephone, follow up with a written report via email to unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov or via fax (661) 202-3810 within seven days of reporting. There are deficiencies cited during this inspection. See LIC 809 D page attached to this report. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was read, a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213), this report, and Appeal Rights were provided to Magdalena Lozano, Facility Representative. A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting will result in a $100 civil penalty.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 1596.841Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 15, 2025 inspection of PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD START?

This was a inspection inspection of PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD START on October 15, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD START on October 15, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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