Routine inspection·January 23, 2026

On January 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elizabeth George and Bill Billones conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPAs met with Director , Julianne Tullis-Thompson, and discussed the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection 22 children and 4 staff (cleared and associated) were present. The preschool operates from 8:15am \342\200\223 4:30pm, Monday thru Friday. LPAs in the company of the director toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The CCC consists of 2 classrooms and outdoor play area. LPAs observed required licensing forms to be posted on the wall in the exterior deck area of the facility. LPAs observed the classrooms to be clean and orderly. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are in good condition. Director informed LPAs cleaning compounds are in cabinet, out of children\342\200\231s reach. LPAs observed cabinets and drawers that are not secured to be free of hazards. There are sufficient restrooms for children which LPAs observed to be clean and free of hazards. LPAs observed smoke detector and fire alarm which director stated are checked regularly to ensure they are functioning. Carbon Monoxide detector was tested and found to be operable at 10:26 AM. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher last serviced in November 2024. LPAs observed the outdoor play area to be completely surrounded by a fence with sufficient space for children\342\200\231s activities. Drinking water is made available to children via filtered water and bottle filling station both inside the classroom and outside. Children's personal water bottles are filled and used during the day. LPAs observed age-appropriate equipment and play structure in good repair. LPAs note the play structure's fall zones have sufficient cushioning. Director to maintain the fence in the back of the outdoor play area as well as ensure all tripping hazards are cleared. Continued on 809-C A sampling of children's files was reviewed. LPAs observed all children's files to be current and complete. LPAs reviewed files for the staff present which were found to be incomplete. LPAs reminded director it is their responsibility to ensure staff files are complete and current. LPAs note multiple staff maintain current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification. LPAs observed fire drills are being conducted and logged with the last fire drill on 1/23/25. LPAs observed the sign in and out sheets to filled out appropriately for the children that are present. LPAs did not observe any bodies of water on site. There are no firearms or ammunition on CCC site. CCC provides one snack to children. Parents provide children\342\200\231s lunches and breakfast before arrival. LPAs 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. LPAs 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. No deficiencies were given during today\342\200\231s visit. Two technical violations are being issued and can be found on the attached LIC9102s. 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 Director, Julianne Tullis-Thomspon.