Routine inspection·February 19, 2026

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with facility representative Crystal Truax to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and toured the facility. At time of arrival, there were zero school-age children in care. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays to Fridays; 6:00am-6:00pm. The facility also operates a preschool component (#364813646). Physical Plant/Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: The school-age program operates out of one classroom. The child care entrance, kitchen, and office are located adjacent to the classroom, in a separate building. The classroom was observed for age-appropriate toys/equipment, books, and supplies for children. Children use personal water bottles labeled with children\342\200\231s name. Drinking water is made available via water coolers. Snack is prepared in the kitchen. The cleaning compounds stored in cabinets, made inaccessible by child safety locks. Per facility representative, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per facility representative, there are no firearms/weapons stored on premises. Bathroom: LPA observed two children\342\200\231s restrooms (one designated for girls and the other designated for boys) for safe and sanitary operating conditions with no hazardous materials. Toilet paper, paper towels, and soap made available to children. The toilets and sinks in operable condition. LPA observed closed doors for each restroom allowing for privacy. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: The school-age component utilizes two outdoor play areas. All outdoor areas enclosed by fencing. One play area includes a concrete and grass area and the other play area includes a large blacktop area. Approved waiver on file to allow school-age and preschool components to share outdoor play area. File Review: LPA reviewed three staff files which included all required documentation. LPA reviewed two children files which included all required documentation. Per record review, last disaster drill completed on 01/2026. Per record review, last lead testing conducted on 01/2023. The electronic sign-in and sign-out were observed. 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 facility representative, Crystal Truax.