Routine inspection·September 22, 2025

On September 22, 2025, at 12:20 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angela Nguyen and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Rajani Goudreau conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA met with Facility Representative, LeAnne Talada and disclosed the purpose of inspection. LPA was led on a tour of the inside and outside the facility by Facility Representative. There were 32 children being supervised by 6 staff members. This facility serves children ages 2-5. Hours of operation: Monday- Friday 6:45 a.m.- 5:15 p.m. All toilets and hand washing facilities were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. The floors in the facility were observed to clean and safe. The children bring their own lunches. The facility provides AM/PM snack. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Children bring their own water bottles. LPA observed areas around high climbing equipment to have sufficient cushioning material (sand) surrounding the play structure and slide. Shade was observed in the outdoor activity space by the use of umbrellas. The facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector and a first aid kit that meet statutory requirements. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 1/17/2025. Earthquake drill was conducted on 1/17/2025. LPA reminded Facility Representative that fire and disaster drills shall be conducted every 6 months. Facility Representative stated that there are no swimming pools or other bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Facility Representative stated there are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than twelve (12) children in care. During the inspection Facility Representative, LeAnne Talada stated Sage Donlon has been employed since March 2024. Based on record review, it was discovered Sage does not have an active criminal record clearance. Facility Representative 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. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility. The name of the facility representative and the fully qualified teacher designated to act in the facility representative\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed facility physical sign in /sign out sheets/ procedures. Facility Representative was reminded that the person who signs the child in and out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. LPA reviewed a sample of children\342\200\231s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. 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 22-02-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/ . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 . One (1) Type A deficiency per California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1), is being cited on the attached LIC 809-D and LIC 421BG. One (1) Technical Violation was issued. LPA Angela Nguyen informed Facility Representative, LeAnne Talada that this report dated 09/22/2025 document (1) Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Angela Nguyen informed the Facility Representative, LeAnne Talada to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 09/22/2025 that documents Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to the Facility Representative, LeAnne Talada and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. Failure to comply with posting requirement shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative, LeAnne Talada.