Routine inspection·August 27, 2025

On 8/27/2025, at approximately 10:00AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jonathan Tse and Diana Alvarado conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility. LPAs met with Director Holly Anderson and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit was Director, 20 staff members, and 51 preschool-age children. The facility is operating within staffing and ratio requirements on this day. This facility is a combination center, with infant (414004455) and school-age (414004457) licenses located at the same address. This facility currently operates in two buildings: Sea Bird House and Sea Turtle House. The following classrooms were inspected in Sea Bird House: Penguins, Ospreys, and Herons. The following classrooms were inspected in Sea Turtle House: Toads, Salamanders, and Chameleons. LPAs and Director inspected the facility for any health or safety hazards. There are fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers located in each building. Carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be present in each classroom inspected. There are fire alarm systems running throughout each building. Electrical outlets were observed to be childproof. Poisons, cleaning detergents, and other chemicals are stored inaccessible to children in care. Emergency exits are clearly marked and visible. Evacuation routes are accessible for review. There are first aid kits located in each classroom. Continued on Page Two Page Two LPAs observed there to be age-appropriate toys and learning materials present in each classroom. Furniture is age-appropriate and free of rough or sharp edges. There are cubbies available for children that are labeled. Cots are provided by the facility and labeled with each child\342\200\231s name. Sheets are provided by the facility, and bedding is brought from home. Bedding is brought home once a week for cleaning. LPAs observed each child\342\200\231s bedding to be stored in separate, labeled containers. Per Director, there are washing and drying machines available on site for cleaning as needed. Per Director, the facility provides lunch and AM/PM snacks. Food allergies and dietary preferences are documented and accounted for. Water bottles are brought from home and refilled at the facility. LPAs reviewed storage of milk and observed milk to be stored appropriately in a refrigerator, with expiration dates marked and visible. LPAs observed that medications are stored with emergency backpacks that are located in each classroom. Medications were observed to be kept with original packaging and physician\342\200\231s instructions. LPAs observed the outdoor play areas to be free of debris and other loose articles. Outdoor play areas are enclosed by fences that are at least four feet high. There are age-appropriate toys and equipment available for children to use. Slides and other play structures are cushioned with resilient padding in the form of tanbark. Helmets are brought from home for children to use. Shade is available from umbrellas or buildings. Drinking water is readily accessible for children. There are no swimming pools or other similar bodies of water present. There are no firearms or weapons stored in the facility. LPAs reviewed six staff files, five children\342\200\231s files, and facility records. There is at least one staff member present with current Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Bright Horizons has an alternative Mandated Reporter Training that has been approved by the Department. All staff have current Mandated Reporter Training certificates available for review. All staff have qualifications, and immunization records available for review. Children\342\200\231s files are maintained digitally and were made available for review during the visit. Children\342\200\231s files were observed to be complete. Children are signed in and out of the facility via sign-in/out sheets located in the entrance of the facility. LPAs verified that all children present were signed in during the visit. Continued on Page Three Page Three Required postings were observed to be present and accessible for review at the entrance of the facility. The facility last conducted an emergency drill on 8/25/2025. Drills are conducted on a monthly basis and are properly logged and documented. The building that this facility is located in was constructed in 2017. Documentation was provided to the Department and is on file. This facility is exempt from lead testing requirements due to being constructed after 2010. 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. 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). Continued on Page Four Page Four 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. No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s visit on 8/27/2025. 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, Holly Anderson.