Routine inspection·January 28, 2026

On 01/28/2026 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tiffanie Diep arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA toured the facility inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed: \302\267 This is not a combination center. \302\267 Normal days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. \302\267 A review of staff and children's records was conducted as part of this evaluation. \302\267 The facility was operating with the limits as stated on the license. \302\267 Ratios were being met during the inspection. \302\267 Classrooms were adequately equipped with age and size-appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards. \302\267 There are no weapons present at the facility per Director Nicole Ramirez. \302\267 A functioning carbon monoxide detector was present and tested by Director during the inspection. \302\267 Director confirmed there are no accessible bodies of water present at this time. All wading pools or similar products must be emptied immediately after use. \302\267 Children bring their own water bottles to the facility. \302\267 Medications were stored where inaccessible to children. \302\267 All hazardous items, such as disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that could pose a danger were stored inaccessible to children. \302\267 All floors were observed to be clean and safe. \302\267 Restrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in operating condition. Continues on LIC 809-C Continued from LIC 809 (Page 2) \302\267 Outdoor activity areas were supplied with age and size-appropriate equipment in good condition. The outdoor play areas for the preschoolers and toddlers were physically separated. \302\267 Playgrounds were enclosed by appropriate fences and free of hazards. \302\267 Food preparation area was clean, free of litter, rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. \302\267 Food is prepared and provided by an outside vendor and delivered to the facility daily. Any snacks available at the facility are stored appropriately and protected from contamination. \302\267 All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, had tight-fitting covers that were kept on and in good repair. \302\267 Menus were posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child\342\200\231s authorized representative, dated, kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request. \302\267 The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs a fall, which was woodchips. \302\267 Sign-in/out records were reviewed and met regulation requirements. \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records were complete. \302\267 Staff records reviewed during today\342\200\231s inspection indicate that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions and meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired. \302\267 Director completed preventive health and safety training on 03/25/2022. \302\267 A staff member was present with current pediatric CPR and first aid certification which expires on 08/01/2026. \302\267 Director\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training certificate expires on 07/18/2026. \302\267 Documentation of fire and disaster drills was on file; last drill was conducted on 01/27/2026. \302\267 Director was informed of their reporting requirements and was provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting e-mail at UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov . \302\267 Director can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from the facility via e-mail to Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov . \302\267 The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at (951) 782-4200. Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 3) The following items were posted and updated where necessary: \302\267 License \302\267 Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148) \302\267 Notification of Parents' Rights poster (PUB 393) \302\267 Personal Rights (LIC 613A) \302\267 California Child Passenger Safety Law (PUB 269) \302\267 Menu The director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to Licensing within 30 days: 1. Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308) (only if changes have been made) 2. Administrative Organization (LIC 309) (only if changes have been made) 3. Personnel Report (LIC 500) 4. Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) 5. Parent Handbook/Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/Fee schedule (only if changes have been made) Director 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 five 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services - IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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/ Continued from LIC 809-C (Page 4) To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the e-mail address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE Tool, please send e-mail 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 . Director 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. There were no deficiencies cited at this time. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Nicole Ramirez. A notice of site visit was given to Director and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.