Routine inspection·October 1, 2025

On Wednesday October 1, 2025, at 4:04 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Giovanni Cristales arrived at the above facility and met with Director, Katrina Henderson, and conducted an unannounced annual/required Inspection for the School-age day care center with the capacity of 42 children. LPA toured and inspected the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. Upon arrival, LPA observed 2 staff and 21 school-age children and within ratio, The facility is also licensed for the Infant program (364830159) and Preschool program (364819502). The facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) was discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The room is clean and safe. Telephone service was verified (Portable). Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies with coat hooks for children's belongings. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and materials. Drinking water is available inside the classroom in the form of a water dispenser and disposable cups. The trash cans have a lid. There is a working Carbon monoxide, smoke detector and Fire Extinguisher (2A10BC). There is an isolation area for children who become ill while in care located in front lobby, facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (thermometer, bandages, scissors), sign in/out sheets available and completed daily. Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection of illness, no prohibited childcare items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There is no body of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies or water on the premises. Bathroom: LPA inspected and observed one school-age bathroom, across from the kitchen. Toilet and sink are functioning properly and are age appropriate. LPA observed soap, toilet paper, seat covers and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. No chemicals were observed in the bathroom. Kitchen: There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen (off limits) with refrigerator, freezer, stove, and microwave oven. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, snacks (afternoon, evening). The menu is posted in the classroom and in front of the office. An allergy list is posted on the board next to the kitchen. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. The chemicals are kept separate from the food (inside the kitchen locked cabinet under sink). Outdoor: Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair and age appropriateness. The play area has sand and concrete. The area was observed to be free of debris. There is an area for rest, and it is shaded. A water pitcher and disposable cups are brought outside during play. Play area was inspected and found to be free of hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. waiver on file PS and SA children to share the play yard , Separate playground schedule for school-age and preschool children. Bikes, basketball court, and teether ball court were present and in good repair. Three children's records and three staff records were reviewed. The staff are certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid which expires: 08/29/2027 (Administrator). The required immunization's MMR, DTAP, Influenza, negative TB skin test, and Mandated Reporter, expires: 03/13/2027 (Administrator) training are current. Posting Requirements: Center has required postings, (License, Facility Sketch, Menus, LIC 613 Personal Rights, PUB 269 Child passenger restraint system poster, PUB 393 Notification of parent rights, LIC 610 Emergency disaster plan, LIC 9148 Earthquake preparedness, lead poison). LPA Observed Lead Water Test Results. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childquanda.htm Children are inspected for illnesses (wellness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The Director and other administration staff administer medication and documents the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication is brought and locked at the center (unless parents request daily return). Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. Medication is kept at the center until expiration date (given to parents or discarded through the Fire Department). Director advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Director shall permit the Department to inspect the family child care home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of child care center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. No deficiencies during today\342\200\231s visit. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. No deficiencies were observed in today's visit. A notice of the site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Katrina Henderson.