Routine inspection·January 29, 2026

On January 29, 2026,at 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Deborah Khashe and Denice Pablico met with Site Supervisor Victoria Brown for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. An entrance Checklist was provided to Site Supervisor, and Site Supervisor guided LPA on a tour of the facility. LPAs observed four (4) staff supervising twenty-one (21) children. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM and from 12:15 PM to 3:15 PM. LPA verified that annual fees are current. Children can access water with bottled water drinking fountain in classroom with disposable cups. Water is brought outdoors for children to access in a jug with cups. AM and PM snacks are served. Monthly menu posted. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Site Supervisor 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 five 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. A health and safety inspection of the facility\342\200\231s interior and exterior was conducted. LPA reviewed the sign-in/out sheets (electronic) and observed that children were properly signed in/out. LPAs observed the required postings. LPAs reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills, last fire drill was conducted on 01/12/26. LPA verified that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions, etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were functional. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and equipment available for children. The outdoor play area was inspected. LPA observed the play structure was in good repair and was sufficiently cushioned by wood chips. Continues on 809-C (page 2) (page 2) 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 five years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPAs reviewed children\342\200\231s files and verified each child\342\200\231s file containing required documents, including emergency information. LPA reviewed staff\342\200\231s files and discussed required documents, including health screening reports with TB clearance and required immunizations. LPA verified all staff have current Mandated Reporter Training certificates. LPA verified at least one staff member present has current EMSA pediatric CPR and first aid certification which expires on 04/2026. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services - 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/ . To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the e-mail address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE Tool, please send e-mail 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 . Site Supervisor was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Report continues on LIC 809C (page 3) (page 3) Facility Representative, Victoria Brown 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Victoria Brown. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection.