Routine inspection·November 6, 2025

On November 6, 2025 at 09:10am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zirbes met with Facility Representative Katie Anderson for the purpose of conducting an unannounced Annual/Required inspection for the preschool center. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. There were 27 preschool age children, and three teachers upon LPAs arrival. Based on LPAs observation the facility was meeting the capacity/ratio requirements during this inspection. The center operates out of a two story building. Only the first floor of the building is utilized for the preschool center. The preschool has three classrooms, a kitchen, two children's restrooms, and one staff bathroom. The program operates Monday thru Friday 7:00am -5:00pm Indoor/Children's Area: Child care center was observed to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair; all outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. Cleaning compounds were stored in cabinet in the kitchen that was equipped with a child safety lock. In addition cleaning compounds were stored on high inaccessible shelf's in the classrooms. Per facility representative there are zero poisons stored within the preschool. LPA observed the indoor furniture/equipment was in good condition. Classrooms were free of flies, other insects and rodents. The classrooms had tables and chairs to meet the children's needs. LPA observed the Center had a variety of art supplies, blocks, and books. Children's belongings are kept in cubbies labeled with the children's names. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available indoors via children water bottles. All materials and surfaces are toxic free, window screens in good repair and free of debris. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector in the Center. The carbon monoxide detector was tested during this inspection and was found to be in working order. Report continued on page two Report continued from page one Indoor/Children's Area Continued During the inspection, LPA observed two first aid kits on top of the 3-foot kitchen counter. The kitchen was accessible to one of the classrooms as a barrier was not present that prevented the children from entering the kitchen. the first aid kit contained antacid, extra strengthen non-asprin, ibuprofen, Tylenol, burn cream, neosporin. These items were labeled "keep out of reach of children". LPA did not observe the children in the kitchen during this inspection, therefore this is a potential risk and a type B citation was issued. When asked about the location of the first aid kits, the facility representative stated the kit was used yesterday, 11/5/25, and was left on the counter. Restrooms: The Center has a total of three restrooms. Two are designated for children and one is designated for staff. Both children's restrooms had two toilets and one sink. The staff restroom had one toilet and one sink. Toilets and sinks were functioning properly and are age appropriate. Air hand dryers and soap were available to the children. Meals: The Center provides breakfast, lunch and one snack each day. Some families choose to bring meals for their children. The kitchen was inspected and found to be sanitary and appliances were in working order. Menu was posted. Napping: Cots are utilized for napping. Outdoor: LPA inspected the outdoor play space for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. The Center has three outdoor activity spaces. At the time of this inspection only one outdoor activity space is being utilized. LPA observed a climbing structure with three slides and a tiny tikes teeter toter in the outdoor activity space. LPA observed the sand and grass placed under the teeter tooter was hard packed would not cushion a fall. LPA observed the climber with three slides was placed on sand, grass and recycled rubber. LPA observed the area around and under the high climbing equipment was hard packed at the time of this inspection and would not cushion a fall. Per LPA observation, the recycled rubber was less than 2 inches in depth. Per facility representative, the sand has become hard packed over the years and was covered with the grass material. Facility representative shared that the recycled rubber has been added however due to the weather the cushioning has not lasted. Per facility representative, prior to the children playing in the outdoor space the recycled rubber is pushed back into place around the climbing structure. Based on LPA observation the combination of hard packed sand, grass and recycled rubber observed under and surrounding the climbing equipment would not cushion a fall. A type B citation was issued for regulation 101238.2(e). Per facility representative, water is accessible to the children via individual water bottles when engaged in outdoor play. Report continued on page three Report continued from page two Outdoor: LPA observed the following in the outdoor space: plastic truck was not in good condition as the plastic was broken and had sharp edges, one side of the playskool table was not secured and bending out, the plastic door of the outdoor dramatic play kitchen was broken off and had exposed plastic edges. Based on LPA observations, the outdoor equipment was not in good condition. A Type B citation was issued. Child/Personnel Records LPA reviewed 10 child records and four personnel files during this inspection. Per LPA review, all records were completed and contented all required information. Facility Records Per records the last two emergency drills were completed in 9.3.25 and 8.11.25 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. 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. 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/ . Report continued Report continued from page three 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. 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 . As a result of this inspection, three type B citations were issued A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Katie Anderson.