Routine inspection (3-year)·February 6, 2026

On February 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced Required 3 - Year inspection at the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Director Joanna Hawkins, and discussed the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection 38 children and 7 staff (cleared and associated) were present. The preschools hours of operation are from 7:45am \342\200\223 5pm, Monday thru Friday. LPA in the company of the director toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The CCC consists of 10 classrooms and outdoor play area. At the current time only 7 classrooms are in use. While the remaining 3 are not in use they are free of toxins and hazards. LPA observed required licensing forms to be posted on the wall in the preschool office. LPA observed the classrooms to be clean and orderly. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are in good condition. Director informed LPA cleaning compounds are used by maintenance and are not stored in preschool. Daily cleaning products are stored out of children\342\200\231s reach. LPA observed cabinets and drawers that are not secured to be free of hazards. Discussed with Licensee the importance of continuing to make sure that items that could be hazardous to children, including those that indicate "KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN" are made inaccessible to children. There are sufficient restrooms 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 9:36 AM. LPA observed multiple regulation fire extinguishers last serviced in 2025 throughout the facility. All classrooms contain cubbies for all children. Trash cans with tight fitting lids were observed throughout the facility. Continued on 809-C LPA observed the outdoor play area to be surrounded by wooden fencing with sufficient space for children\342\200\231s activities. Drinking water is made available to children via pitchers of filtered water both inside the classroom and outside. LPA observed age-appropriate equipment and play structure in good repair. LPA notes the play structure's fall zones have sufficient cushioning. Sheds in the outdoor play area that are not locked contain additional play equipment and outdoor toys. 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. LPA reminded Director it is their responsibility to ensure staff files are complete and current. LPA notes at least one staff has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification. LPA observed fire drills are being conducted and logged with the last fire drill 10/16/25. LPA observed the sign in and out sheets to filled out, LPA notes some parents do not sign their children in with their full signature. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on site. There are no fire arms or ammunition on CCC site. CCC provides two snacks to children while parents provide lunches. LPA observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any defects. The refrigerator contains food items consumed by the CCC's children. Director 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 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/ . Continued on 809-C Director 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 given during today\342\200\231s visit. Two technical violations were issued and one technical assistance was issued. Exit interview conducted, notice of site visit was given, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with the Director, Joanna Hawkins.