Routine inspection·June 24, 2025

On Tuesday June 24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA\342\200\231s) Crystal Ali, and Giovanni Cristales met with facility representative Teresa Sanchez - Gonzales, for the purpose of conducting an announced annual inspection of the Day Care Center. During this inspection, LPA\342\200\231s Ali and Cristales toured the facility and observed eleven (11) children present with three (3) staff members providing care and supervision. Upon arrival, LPA\342\200\231s observed teacher/child ration in compliance. Center is located at the Endeavor School of Exploration in the, Victorville Elementary School District. The center is currently using one room the "Project Room\342\200\235. The center operational hours are from Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 6:00pm. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Facility representatives stated that there are no weapons or smoking on the premises. LPA\342\200\231s Ali and Cristales observed age-appropriate furniture, equipment, toys and materials in the classroom. The classroom was observed to be clean, safe and free of any health or safety hazards. Telephone service was verified as well as adequate heating, lighting, and ventilation. LPA\342\200\231s did not observed water fountains outside the classroom. Facility provides disposable cups for drinking water in the classroom and children bring their own water bottles with their name on it. LPA\342\200\231s observed medications (Epi Pen) kept in the back classroom stored in locked cabinet. An emergency backpack is kept near the exit door with all the required first aid supplies. Sign in/out sheets were reviewed. The facility representative informed LPA\342\200\231s that the facility serves snacks and meals provided by the cafeteria. Due to summer session there will be instances that children will bring their own lunches, due to school cafeteria being closed. The facility's snack menu is posted on the "blue board" that is kept at the entrance in the room. There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen (off limits) with a refrigerator, freezer, stove, and microwave oven. Allergy lists are posted in the kitchen. LPA\342\200\231s weren\342\200\231t unable to observed school cafeteria kitchen due to being closed. Facility representative stated school cafeteria is open during summer school hours which is from 8am \342\200\223 12pm. Fire extinguisher (last serviced on 3/14/25), was observed. LPA\342\200\231s also observed sprinkler system inside the classroom. Smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detectors are on the premises and in compliance with fire marshal standards. Per facility representative, she is unaware when the last inspection was conducted by the fire marshal. Stated she will follow up with the school administration. LPA\342\200\231S observed one large play structure/apparatus which provided slight shade with two slides that was securely anchored to the ground. Underneath the play structure LPA\342\200\231s observed rubbery padding, enough cushion to absorb a fall. LPA\342\200\231s observed water fountains in the outdoor play area. The outdoor activity space is located on a functioning public-school site. LPA\342\200\231s did not observe a shaded area on the playground for children. Per facility representative, a canopy is provided during playing time. No pools or bodies of water were observed. The facility does not provide transportation for children. Per facility representative, children do rest, and staff are utilizing a pop-up tent in the classroom containing two (2) mats. Used for reading and relaxation. Per facility staff, additional mats will be ordered. Lead water testing as completed and approved on 09/12/24. LPA observed these results during annual inspection and obtained a copy. Furniture and equipment were observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. Cleaning solutions are kept in the supply cabinet that was observed to have safety latch. LPA\342\200\231s observed the "boys" and "girls" restroom facilities. The bathrooms are separate and located outside the project room down the hallway to the right. Staff escorts children to and from the restrooms. Boys restroom included one sink, toilet, urinal, soap and paper towels. Girls restroom included a sink, two toilets, soap and paper towels. The bathrooms were found to be clean, in good condition and operable. The Fire/Earthquake drill logs is maintained current and up to date. Last Fire/Earthquake drill was conducted on 05/30/2025. LPA\342\200\231S observed required licensing forms; forms were posted on a board near the door. LPA\342\200\231s reviewed with licensee the LIC126, records to be maintained at the facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and parent board. Staff and child records were reviewed. LPA\342\200\231s reviewed 3 children's records and 2 staff records. Staff records are in compliance. Staff are certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid (expires: 09/21/2026), Mandated Reporter (expires: 09/13/2026). Children\342\200\231s record was all in compliance. 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 . Criminal Record Clearance - Child Care Centers Licensee 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. Lead Testing \342\200\223 Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Safe Sleep - Child Care Centers LPA's discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/ safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA's also informed facility of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) - Child Care Centers Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP . 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/ . PIN 22-05-CCP MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 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. Subscribe to CCLD important information - Child Care Centers Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/ subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. No deficiency cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety codes. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Teresa Sanchez - Gonzales. This report was and provided to along with appeal rights.