Routine inspection·October 2, 2025

On 10/2/2025, at approximately 3:30PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonathan Tse conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility. LPA met with Director, Kimberly Morrison, and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit was the Director, seven staff members, and 31 school-age children. The facility is in compliance with staffing and ratio requirements on this day. This facility is located on the premises of Ponderosa Elementary School and uses Rooms 18, 19, 20, and 21. LPA inspected the facility for any health or safety hazards. There are fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors are present and operational. There is a fire alarm system running throughout the facility. Emergency exits are marked and visible. LPA advised that electrical outlets be covered or blocked by furniture when not in use. Poisons, cleaning detergents, and other chemicals are stored inaccessible to children in care. LPA advised that cleaning wipes be stored in high shelves or cabinets to be inaccessible. Director stated that they understood. LPA observed there to be age-appropriate toys and learning materials present. Furniture is age-appropriate and free of rough or sharp edges. The facility provides snacks for children in care. Drinking water is provided from non-contaminating fixtures. Children have access to bathrooms with individual stalls. LPA observed multiple stains throughout the carpet in Room 21. Per Director, the facilities team does deep cleanings about two to three times a year. The stains may be a result of typical wear and tear. LPA advised that the stains be covered or addressed. Continued on Page Two Page Two All handwashing sinks in the facility can provide hot water. LPA measured the handwashing sink in Room 19 to provide hot water up to 124 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA advised that the maximum temperature is 120 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed a sink to be leaking in Room 19. LPA advised that the leak be addressed. Director stated that a work order would be placed. The outdoor play area was observed to be free of debris and other loose articles. There are play structures that are cushioned with resilient padding. The play structures are rated for children ages 5-12. Children have access to age-appropriate toys and equipment. The outdoor play area is enclosed by a fence. Drinking water is accessible for children during outdoor play. There are no swimming pools or other similar bodies of water present in the facility. Per Director, there are no firearms or weapons stored in the facility. LPA reviewed 6 staff files, 10 children\342\200\231s files, and facility records. There is at least one staff member present with current Pediatric First Aid/CPR training present. Staff qualifications are available for review. LPA advised that health screening reports and documentation of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubeola) immunity be maintained in each staff file. Children\342\200\231s files were observed to be complete. Children are signed in and out of the facility with sign-in/out sheets. All children present were verified to be signed in during today\342\200\231s visit. 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 . 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. Continued on Page Three Page Three 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. For child care 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. LPA advised that lead testing next be conducted in 2027. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication 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/ . 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. LPA requested that the following documents be submitted via email by 10/17/2025: 1) LIC308 (Designation of Facility Responsibility) 2) LIC500 (Personnel Report) 3) LIC610 (Emergency Disaster Plan) 4) LIC9040 (Facility Roster or equivalent document) 5) Parent Handbook/Admission Agreement 6) Sample Daily Schedule No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s visit on 10/2/2025. See LIC9102-TV for technical violations issued today regarding physical plant. Appeal rights were provided and explained. 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, Kimberly Morrison.