Routine inspection·January 21, 2026

On January 21, 2026, at 8:42 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angela Nguyen conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Blanca Brown and disclosed the purpose of inspection. LPA was led on a tour of the inside and outside the facility by Licensee. The facility operates in 3 classrooms and the multipurpose room. There were 7 children being supervised by 2 staff members during the inspection. This facility operates a year round schedule and is closed for major holidays. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 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. There is a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. Hand washing facilities were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. At 8:54 a.m., LPA observed a toilet lid to the children's toilet that was cracked and resealed together during the inspection. Licensee stated the toilet lid has been broken since December 31, 2025 and a work order has been placed on January 6, 2026. LPA observed there was one operational toilet to satisfy the needs for the enrolled capacity. This facility does not provide food for the children. The children bring their own lunch and snack. Filtered 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 of artificial grass surrounding the play structure. LPA observed the toys and play equipment are age appropriate. At 8:59 a.m. LPA observed two play kitchen with sharp pointed parts in the outdoor play area. Licensee immediately removed and disposed the broken play equipment. Licensee replaced the outdoor play equipment. Shade was observed in the outdoor activity space by the use of shade kites. The facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector and a first aid kit that meet statutory requirements. 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. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 1/15/2026. Earthquake drill was conducted on 11/18/2025. 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. 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’s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed facility physical sign in /sign out sheet 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’s files and observed five out of seven files were incomplete. 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. 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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/ . 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. Three Type B deficiency per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1, is being cited on the attached LIC 809-D. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to Licensee, Blanca Brown. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Licensee, Blanca Brown. LPA discussed and provided licensee with the following information: Child Care Advocates - email address childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov. For common questions or questions regarding licensing requirements to contact the Child Care Licensing duty line at 619-767-2248. 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 .