Routine inspection·May 6, 2026

On May 6, 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. At time of arrival, LPA observed three classrooms being utilized with six teachers providing care to 16 preschool-age children. During the inspection, 16 more children arrived for a total of 32 children. Additional administrative/support staff members on site. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays; 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. Physical Plant/Children’s Area: The facility consists of three classrooms, two children's bathrooms, three staff restrooms, one community restroom, a family learning center, kitchen, teacher lounge, two staff offices, lobby/reception area, speech therapy room, and an outdoor play area. The preschool program operates out of three classrooms. The classrooms were observed for age-appropriate toys/equipment, safety, and cleanliness. LPA observed individual cubbies labeled with children’s names. The carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarms observed. LPA observed sufficient napping cots with individual bedding. Kitchen: The kitchen is located down the hall from the classrooms and made inaccessible by a half-door that remains closed. The kitchen was observed for safety and good repair. The program provides all meals during operational hours. The facility utilizes an outside food vendor. Food is delivered to the facility, prepared in the kitchen, and delivered to the classrooms. LPA observed menus posted. Drinking water provided via water dispensers. 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 three handwashing sinks in bathroom #1 (located between classroom #1 and #2) and one toilet, one urinal, and two handwashing sinks in bathroom #2 (located in classroom #3). LPA observed the diaper changing area in clean and safe condition. Diapers and wipes stored in individual cubbies. Cleaning compounds made inaccessible to children. Outdoor Play Area: The outdoor play area is separated into two play areas by age group. LPA observed the outdoor play area for age-appropriate toys/equipment, safety, and good repair. The outdoor play area is accessed from the preschool classroom #1 and #2 and enclosed by walls and fencing. Per LPA observation, there are no pools/spas/or bodies of water on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed two children files which included all required documentation. LPA reviewed six staff files which included all required documentation. Last disaster drill completed on 04/2026. Last lead testing conducted on 08/2025. Electronic sign-in and out sheet utilized. Other: Per Director, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per Director, there are no firearms/weapons stored on premises. 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.