Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 10/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, met with Director, Mary Smith for an unannounced Required -3 Year inspection. The facility is licensed to serve children ages 2 years to entry into first grade in Rooms 5, 7,8, 9 and 10. LPA observed all required posted materials including monthly snack menu near the entrance. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM. Director provided an updated Application for a Child Care Center License (LIC 200A), Administrative Organization (LIC 309), Emergency Disaster Plan for Child Care Centers (LIC 610) and Personnel Report (LIC 500) forms during today's inspection.
LPA and Director toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility during today's inspection and observed the following ratios:
Room 8 (2s Room)- 9 children: 2 teachers
Room 9 (4s Room)- 21 children : 3 teachers
Room 10 (3s Room)- 14 children: 3 teachers
Facility was in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Rooms 7 and 5 are used for early drop off care and indoor lunches due to weather respectively. Classrooms, children's restrooms, staff restroom and food storage area were inspected. Children were engaged in various activities or circle time under the visual supervision of teachers. Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning products and medicines were stored in high shelves, inaccessible to the children in care. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in the rooms. LPA observed appropriate changing tables in Rooms 8 and 10 and a trash can with tight fitting cover for the disposal of diapers. Children do not nap at the facility. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe and sanitary. Director stated that the facility is cleaned everyday by a janitorial service.
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LPA observed fire extinguishers and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on 10/06/2025 which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities.
Drinking water is readily available for children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via water pitchers. Water lead testing was completed by the facility on 07/15/2022 and no Action Level Exceedances were reported.
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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA obtained a copy of the water lead testing documents including the Childcare Center Sampling Checklist Form (LIC 9276), External Water Sampler Self-Certification form (LIC 9275) and facility sketch indicating the water outlets used for drinking and food preparation purposes. LPA provided Director with the Water Lead Report from the California State Water Resources Control Board during today's inspection.
Facility provides snacks and parents provide lunch. Monthly menu was observed to be posted in each classroom. Food and beverages were stored safely to prevent contamination and spoilage. Food storage and preparation areas were observed to be sanitary. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers.
Outdoor playground and play equipment was inspected and observed to be fenced in and free of hazards. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient material to absorb falls. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with tan bark as resilient material. Shaded rest area is provided by building overhang, canopy and trees. There were no bodies of water observed. Children sign in and out logs were reviewed. Children's roster was reviewed, and LPA obtained a copy during today's inspection. LPA reviewed six children\342\200\231s files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contained the required forms.
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Three staff files were reviewed. All teachers and staff maintain valid background clearances.
All staff files reviewed contain the required transcripts/verification of experience. At least one staff member on site has a current CPR and First Aid certification. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during off-site activities (field trips). All staff have the required immunization's against pertussis, measles and influenza or a statement declining the influenza immunization. LPA observed the required Mandated Reporter Training on file for all staff.
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\342\200\231s records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. Facility has an approved IMS Plan on file with San Jose Regional Office. Any medications at the facility are stored in each classroom on high shelves, inaccessible to children in care. Isolation of sick child was discussed, and Director explained that sick children will be isolated in the director's office and isolation equipment will be provided. A staff restroom which is off limits to other children is used if necessary. Child is always under visual supervision while in care of the facility. 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/
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Facility does not provide transportation to children. 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.
As a result of today's inspection, there were no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Mary Smith.
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