Routine inspection·September 12, 2025

On September 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angela Nguyen conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Patricia Wheeler and disclosed the purpose of inspection. LPA was led on a tour of the inside and outside the facility by Licensee. There were 25 children being supervised by 5 staff members. This is a full day program which operates year-round. Days and hours of operation are Mon.\342\200\223Fri. 7:00am\342\200\2235:00pm. All toilets and hand washing facilities were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPA observed Palmolive dish soap on a low table by the lunch tables, 2 cans of spray paint and lysol wipes in the kitchen in a low cabinet accessible to children during the inspection. Licensee removed the cleaning supplies and spray paint and made it inaccessble to children during the inspection. The floors in the facility were observed to clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers were observed to have tight-fitting covers and in good repair. The children bring their own lunch and snack is provided by the facility. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Children bring their own water bottles. LPA observed areas around high climbing equipment does have sufficient cushioning material (sand) surrounding the play structure and slide. Shade was observed in the outdoor activity space by the use of canopy. 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 3/19/2025. Earthquake drill was conducted on 5/8/2025. Licensee stated that there are no swimming pools or other bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Licensee 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. 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. Livier Miranda stated she has been working at the facility since June 2024. LPA reviewed criminal record clearance for Miranda. LPA discovered Miranda's association to the facility was disassociated from the facility in 9/18/2023. Licensee stated she attempt to associate the staff member in 9/2024. 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 licensee\342\200\231s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed facility physical sign in /sign out sheets/ procedures. Licensee 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 . Two (2) Type B deficiency per California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1), is being cited on the attached LIC 809-D and LIC 421 BG. One (1) Technical Assistance notice was issued. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to Licensee, Patricia Wheeler and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. LPA observed LIC 9213 was posted. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Licensee, Patricia Wheeler.