Routine inspection·November 24, 2025

On 11/24/2025, at approximately 11:55AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonathan Tse conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Lisa Ferrari (D1), and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit was D1, 3 staff members, and 9 preschool age children. This facility operates in two half-day sessions, from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and from 12:00PM to 3:00PM. This facility is located on the premises of Martin Elementary School and operates in Room 13. LPA and D1 inspected the facility for any health or safety hazards. The facility is equipped with a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher. There is a carbon monoxide detector present in the classroom, and it was observed to be operational. There are smoke detectors and a fire alarm system installed throughout the facility. There are heating and temperature controls available for the comfort and safety of children in care. Poisons, cleaning detergents, and other chemicals are stored inaccessible to children in care. Electrical outlets are covered or blocked with furniture when not in use. There are age-appropriate toys and learning materials present. Children have access to art supplies, blocks, and manipulatives. Furniture is age-appropriate and free of rough or sharp edges. Children have access to hooks to store their belongings. Snacks are provided by the facility. Per D1, there are no children currently enrolled with food allergies or required medications. D1 stated that when children with food allergies are present, all meals are checked twice, first in the kitchen and second in the classroom, to ensure that food allergies are accommodated. Continued on Page Two Page Two Drinking water is provided from a non-contaminating fixture. Bathrooms are located separate from Room 13, and the facility has exclusive use of those bathrooms during its normal operating hours. Sinks, toilets, and urinals were observed to be operational during the visit. The facility has a waiver for scheduled use of an outdoor play area. LPA observed the facility to be in compliance with the waiver on this day. LPA observed that the play structure is age-appropriate and rated for children ages 2-5 years. The structure is cushioned with resilient padding. Play areas are enclosed by a fence that is at least 4 feet high. There are no swimming pools or other similar bodies of water present in the facility. LPA reviewed 3 staff files, 5 children\342\200\231s files, and facility records. LPA advised that Pediatric First Aid/CPR training must be completed by either the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or an EMSA approved training program. LPA observed that staff had previously completed training from an EMSA approved training program which expired in October 2025. Mandated Reporter training is current and available for review. Mandated Reporter training must be completed at mandatedreporterca.com or with an alternative training that has been approved by the Department. Staff qualifications and immunizations records are available for review. All staff members are employed by the South San Francisco Unified School District and have obtained fingerprint clearance as condition of employment. Children\342\200\231s files were observed to be complete. Children were verified to be signed in and out of the facility by an authorized representative. Required postings were observed to be posted directly adjacent to the main door of Room 13. This facility was observed to be in compliance with Title 5 ratio requirements on this day. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative 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 ). CCC completed testing and has no exceedances. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care. 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 . Continued on Page Four Page Four LPA requested that the following documents be submitted by 12/19/2025: 1) LIC308 (Designation of Facility Responsibility) 2) LIC500 (Personnel Report) 3) LIC610 (Emergency Disaster Plan) 4) LIC999 (Facility Sketch) 5) LIC9040 (Facility Roster or equivalent document) 6) A change of director packet (a checklist was provided to D1 during the visit) LPA was also notified of a planned renovation in the summer, where a play structure will be added to the facility. LPA also requested that plans be sent by 12/19/2025. No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s visit on 11/24/2025. See LIC9102-TV for technical violation issued today regarding Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. See LIC9102-TA for technical assistance given today regarding a change of director. 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, Lisa Ferrari.