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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On May 21, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Site Supervisor Gina Nino. 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 Site Supervisor and toured the facility. LPA observed Site Supervisor and one teacher providing care and supervision to five infants. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays; 6:30 am to 05:30 pm. Physical Plant/Indoor/Children’s Area: The facility operates the infant program out of one classroom. The facility was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, good repair, telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation. LPA observed labeled cubbies for children's belongings. LPA observed nursing pillows in three cribs. There were no infants in the cribs. Per Site Supervisor, nursing pillows are removed when infants are sleeping. The cribs only include a tight-fitted sheet. The cribs are arranged to ensure a walkway and all cribs are at a reachable distance. The crib area is physically separate from the indoor activity area. The half-doors separating the crib area from the remainder of the room allows for visual observation. LPA observed the food and bottle preparation area. Bottles labeled with children’s names. The diaper area was observed to be clean and sanitary with diapers and wipes. All cleaning products were stored high, out of reach of children. LPA observed age-appropriate soft toys and equipment. Outdoor/Children’s Play Area: LPA inspected the outdoor play space for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, cushioned floors, and shady areas. 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 verified safe sleep logs, Individual Infant Sleeping plans, and Needs and Services plans on file. LPA reviewed two staff files. At time of arrival, LPA observed Staff #1 (S1) providing care and supervision to infants. Per record review, S1 did not have verifiable units related to the care of infants and toddlers. Per Site Supervisor, S1 was only temporarily providing care to infants. LPA informed Site Supervisor that all staff providing care to infants must complete applicable infant and toddler units. For S1 to continue providing care for infants, S1 must submit completion of units related to care of infants and toddlers to the department. A Technical Violation issued. Last disaster drills last completed on 05/2026. Last lead testing conducted on 08/2023. Other: Per Site Supervisor, smoking is prohibited on the premises. Per Site Supervisor, 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 . Site Supervisor 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. 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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/ . Site Supervisor 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 investigation, one Technical Violation issued. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was printed and reviewed with the Site Supervisor Gina Nino.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the May 21, 2026 inspection of CREATIVE MIND LEARNING CENTER?

This was an inspection of CREATIVE MIND LEARNING CENTER on May 21, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CREATIVE MIND LEARNING CENTER on May 21, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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