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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CHRISTOPHER RANCH HEAD STARTLicense 434400029
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 3/5/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liridon Fici (Doni) conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection and met with Dora Moreno- Associate Teacher (AT) . LPA toured the center with the AT and gathered a census of children during inspection. Shortly after, Director, Rocio Litle arrived and met with LPA. LPA observed the required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269), Menus, and Activity Schedule. Days and hours of operation are Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:00AM to 4:00PM, and Thursdays from 7:00AM to 1:30PM. LPA did not observe any bodies of water during inspection. LPA reviewed five (5) children's file and observed that parent's rights forms, immunization records forms, consents for emergency medical treatment forms, and Identification forms are in each file. Staff files was reviewed for the following records: Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza (or statement declining influenza). Licensee has a current Mandated Reporter Training and expires on 8/21/25 . Director has current Pediatric CPR/FIRST AID that expires on 1/31/26 . LPA informed Licensee that Mandated reporting and First aid/CPR is mandatory and should be renewed every 2 years. LPA observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. LPA observed three (3) staff and 5 Children during today's inspection. Page 1 of 4. Director understands the conditions, limitations, and capacity specifications of the Facility license. She understands that children should be always visually supervised. Any child(ren) who exhibit symptoms of illness including, but not limited to, fever or vomiting, are not accepted into care. Any child(ren) who become ill during the day shall be isolated in the directors office. LPA observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. The Director stated that a Janitorial Cleaning Service comes out everyday after hours once all staff and children are gone. The director understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Children are given disposable cups that is used for filtered water. When playing outdoors, there are water stations for the children to fill their cup up. LPA observed there is cold running water, refrigerator, and microwave on the premises. Breakfast, Lunch and AM/PM snacks are provided by the facility. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste in the classroom. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in cabinets located in areas off limits to children in the kitchen. LPA observed a complete first aid kit available in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged 2A40BC Fire Extinguisher ( Last serviced: 9/18/2025. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 3/2/26 , which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. Shade rest areas are provided by trees and an awning. There are sufficient resilient materials on the outdoor playground area. Director states that the Facility does not provide transportation for preschool children. Page 2 of 4. 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services - IMS. LPA reviewed storage of "medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children's, 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-carecenters/. Director stated there are no current children who need IMS plans. 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 childcare 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 outlined in PIN 21-21.1.CCP . LPA referred the Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Director understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including no unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature. Page 3 of 4. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 . LPA provided Director with website resources on managing food allergies at school and handling medical emergencies related to food allergies. CDC Managing Food Allergies at School https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/foodallergies/index.htm American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children Medical Emergencies https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/When-to-Call-Emergency-Medical-Services-EMS.aspx The director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No Deficiencies were issued at this time. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Rocio Litle along with appeal rights provided.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the March 5, 2026 inspection of CHRISTOPHER RANCH HEAD START?

This was a inspection inspection of CHRISTOPHER RANCH HEAD START on March 5, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CHRISTOPHER RANCH HEAD START on March 5, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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