Routine inspection·May 7, 2026

On May 7, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Director Lugene Springfield. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Director and toured the facility. Per Director, the facility is temporarily closed due to staff shortage. The children are dropped off and picked up at the facility parking lot and transported via bus to the Yucca Valley Head Start facility. Both facilities are managed by Director Lugene Springfield. The days and hours of operation were Mondays-Fridays; 7:30am-4:30pm. Physical Plant/Children’s Area: The facility consists of two classrooms, two children's bathrooms, kitchen, food service office, outdoor play area, and a detached administrative building with offices, staff restrooms, and community resources. The classrooms were observed for age-appropriate toys/equipment, safety, and cleanliness. LPA observed individual cubbies. The carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarms were observed. Drinking water provided via bottled water dispenser located throughout the facility. Kitchen: The kitchen was observed for safety and good repair. The kitchen located at the back end of the facility separated by a half door that remains closed. Bathroom: LPA observed the two children’s bathrooms for safe and sanitary operating conditions. Toilet paper, paper towels, and soap available to children. LPA observed two toilets, one urinal, and one hand washing sink in bathroom #1 and two toilets and one hand washing sink in bathroom #2. Outdoor Play Area: LPA observed the outdoor play area for age-appropriate toys/equipment, safety, and good repair. The outdoor play area consists of one large play structure with cushioned flooring, bike trails, benches, and various play areas. The outdoor play area enclosed by fencing and two emergency exit gates that remains closed. Per LPA observation, there are no pools/spas/or bodies of water on the premises. Other: Per Director, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per Director, there are no firearms/weapons stored on premises. Last lead testing conducted on 03/27/2026. 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 . Facility representative 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred licensee facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information ( https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information ) Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/ . Facility representative 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. During this inspection, no Title 22 deficiencies observed. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Lugene Springfield.