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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTERLicense 406210226
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On February 23, 2026, at 9:30 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Site Supervisor, Melanie Powers, and discussed the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection 7 children and 2 staff were present. The preschools hours of operation are from 9am - 12pm, Monday thru Friday. LPA in the company of the Site supervisor toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The CCC consists of one classroom and outdoor play area. LPA observed required licensing forms to be posted at the entrance to the facility. LPA observed the classroom to be clean and orderly. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are in good condition. Site supervisor informed LPA cleaning compounds are stored above the refrigerator. LPA observed all cabinets and drawers to be secured. There are two toilets and two sinks for children which LPA observed to be clean and free of hazards. LPA observed smoke detector and fire alarm which site supervisor stated are checked regularly to ensure they are functioning. Carbon Monoxide detector was tested and found to be operable at 11:30 AM. LPA observed a regulation fire extinguisher serviced within the last year. Each child is afforded a cubby for their personal belongings. Trash cans with tight fitting lids were observed within the facility. LPA observed the outdoor play area to be surrounded by a chain link fence with sufficient space for children\342\200\231s activities. Drinking water is made available to children via filtered water both inside classroom and outside. Children's personal water bottles are filled and used during the day. LPA observed age-appropriate equipment and play structure in good repair. continued on 809-C LPA notes the play structure's fall zones have sufficient cushioning. LPA observed two sheds in the outside play area that contain outdoor play equipment and are kept locked. A sampling of children's files was reviewed. LPA observed all children's files to be current and complete. LPA reviewed files for the staff present which were found to be current and complete as well. LPA reminded Site Supervisor it is their responsibility to ensure staff files are complete and current. LPA notes all staff have current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification. LPA observed fire drills are being conducted and logged with the last fire drill conducted on 2/2/26. LPA observed the sign in and out sheets to filled out appropriately for the children that are present. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on site. There are no fire arms or ammunition on CCC site. CCC provides one morning snack to children. LPA observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any defects. The refrigerator contains food items consumed by the CCC's children which are labeled and dated. All cabinets in the kitchen are kept locked and inaccessible to children in care. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers 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 . 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/ . Site supervisor 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. Continued on 809-C No deficiencies were given during today\342\200\231s visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Melanie Powers.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the February 23, 2026 inspection of NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTER?

This was a inspection inspection of NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTER on February 23, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTER on February 23, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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