Routine inspection·January 9, 2026

On January 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Deborah Khashe and Denice Pablico met with Site Supervisor, Dawn Briggs for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. A copy of the facility checklist was provided. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. There were 18 children, and 3 teaching staff present during today's inspection. LPAs reviewed the sign in/out log and observed that the children are properly signed in. LPA Khashe verified fees are current. 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. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred licensee Dawn Briggs to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information ( https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information Report Continues on LIC809C...(Page2) (Page 2) The childcare center testing had one drinking fountain have a lead exceedance. The drinking fountain has been removed from the facility. LPAs toured the facility inside and out. LPAs observed that hazardous items were inaccessible to children in care. LPA reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, drinking water and fire drills. Last fire drill was October 15, 2025. LPA Khashe discussed the requirement of the fire drill log. Licensee understands that fire drills must be conducted and documented at least once every six (6) months. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. LPA observed functioning carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. LPA observed the toys, furniture and equipment to be in good condition. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structures appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (wood chips) under the play structure. Facility serves morning and afternoon snack; breakfast and lunch are brought from home. Facility Representative, Dawn Briggs understands that if an unusual incident occurs, licensing is to be notified via phone call, e-mail or fax within 24 hours, and the Unusual Incident Report LIC 624 shall be submitted within 7 days to remain in compliance. Facility Representative understands that if any structural changes are made to the facility, licensing must be notified prior to construction. LPAs reviewed 7 children\342\200\231s and all staff files. LPA observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines for all adults and children. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPA observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificates for all staff. The site supervisor was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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/ . Report Continues on LIC809C...(page 3) (page 3) 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. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Dawn Briggs Appeal rights were provided. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection.