Follow-up on corrections·July 10, 2025

On 07/10/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kelli Waters, conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for a separate unrelated issue. During the Case Management visit, LPA met with Director, Nialea Guachena, discussed the reason for the visit, took a census and toured the facility. During the inspection, LPA reviewed records, conducted interviews and observed facility grounds, inside and outside. Upon arrival LPA conducted a staff census and observed 3 out of 11 staff did not have a background clearance associated to the facility license. LPA Waters verified that the 3 unassociated staff did have a valid cleared background check and Director, Nialea Guachena was able to associate the staff while LPA was present. During the facility tour inside, LPA observed 7 out of 8 large rugs used in entrance and classrooms PS1 & PS2 to have multiple stains from approximately 1 inch in diameter to 7 inches in diameter in size. The majority of stains are dark grey, with two documented stains in a pinkish-orange color. The facility stated that carpets are professionally cleaned every 3 months and vacuumed nightly. LPA Waters observed that one of the toilets in the PS2 bathroom and the portable sink in PS 1 were not in working order. Interviews revealed that the plumbing in both bathrooms frequently clog. LPA observed toilet plungers in both bathrooms and a towel laid under the toilet in the PS2 bathroom. Interviews revealed that there have been up to three toilets not functioning at the same time, but it is common for the toilets to not be functioning at least once a week. While outside, LPA Waters observed a dead, 2-story tree with an orange, white and red colored fungus growing from the bottom, accessible to children in care. The tree is a light gray color and has no leaves present. LPA Waters also observed that the permanent wood shade structure was removed. Record review revealed that the structure was removed on 05/03/25 without notification to Community Care Licensing (CCLD) and as of the date of visit, no replacement plan has been implemented. The facility is currently using a 10 by 10 portable canopy and two trees to provide shade while children are outside. Facility was cited under California Childcare Regulations (CCR) Title 22. See 809-D for deficiencies. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report, and appeal rights were discussed and provided to Director, Nialea Guachena. The Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days. A copy of this report must be made available to the public, at the facility site, for 1 year.