Routine inspection·July 11, 2025

On July 11, 2025, at 9:11 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Director, Kimberly Kranz, and discussed the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection 20 children and 2 staff (cleared and associated) were present, with one more staff arriving at 10:15am. The preschools hours of operation are from 7:30am \342\200\223 4:30pm, Monday thru Friday. LPA in the company of the Director toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The CCC consists of 5 classrooms and two outdoor play areas. Three of the five classrooms are being utilized as one classroom has transitioned into an infant room and one is currently used for storage. LPA observed majority of the required licensing forms to be posted on the wall in the entryway, and missing forms were posted during inspection. LPA observed the classroom to be clean and orderly. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are in good condition. Director informed LPA cleaning compounds are stored in a child locked cabinet inside the staff restroom. LPA observed cabinets and drawers that are not secured to be free of hazards. There are sufficient restrooms for children which LPA observed to be clean and free of hazards.LPA observed fire alarm which director stated is checked regularly to ensure it is functioning. Carbon Monoxide detector and smoke detectors were tested and found to be operable at 10:02am. LPA observed a regulation fire extinguisher last serviced on 6/17/25. Trash cans with tight fitting lids were seen throughout the center. Cots are utilized for children\342\200\231s nap time with blankets for each child stored individually. 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 filtered water both inside the classroom and outside. Continued on 809-C Children's personal water bottles are filled and used during the day. LPA observed age-appropriate equipment and play structure. LPA advised director to repair play structures handles that have peeling paint. LPA notes the play structure's fall zones have sufficient cushioning. 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, two of three staff files did not contain staff qualifications. LPA reminded director it is their responsibility to ensure staff files are complete and current. LPA notes all staff have current Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certificates. LPA observed fire drills are being conducted and logged with the last fire drill on 5/28/25. LPA observed the sign in and out sheets to be missing 7 out of 20 parents\342\200\231 signatures and times in/out. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on site. There are no fire arms or ammunition on CCC site. CCC provides snack to children. LPA observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any defects. The refrigerator contains food items consumed by the CCC's children. Parents of children in care provide lunch for children. LPA informed director that each child\342\200\231s lunch need to be labeled and food items that may be perishable need to be properly stored. 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 . 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, on 11/23/22, in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Continued on 809-C 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/ . 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. During today's inspection two Type B citations were cited under Title 22 California Code of Regulations and can be found on the attached 809-D. 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, Kimberly Kranz.