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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HANDS ON LEARNING CENTERLicense 434410616
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 5/1/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an annual / random visit. LPA met with the director, Elizangela Silva Lira and explained the nature of the site visit. Present on this visit were 32 preschool children and 10 staff members. The facility operates from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6 pm. LPA toured the facility to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection with the director. Facility was observed to be following teacher to children ratio requirement during the inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. The licensed classrooms (Shining Star, Bumble Bee, Dragon Fly/Ladybug and Butterfly), restrooms, storage room, and office area were inspected. The director stated that the facility does not possess or store any weapons on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment such as mats, cots, tables, chairs and changing tables were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children's use were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Outdoor Activity space is fenced and play equipment was maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There were no bodies of water observed. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were shaded rest areas for children. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. Facility has a current waiver for Outdoor Playground. LPA reviewed the Facility's LIC 9040, LIC 500. The menu is observed to be posted. Trash cans for solid waste require tight-fitting covers on and should be in good repair. All food preparation and storage areas are kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures were taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin. The facility Fire Permit expires on 12/31/2026. Facility conducted and documented Fire and Earthquake Disaster Drills on March 20, 2026. Facility files were reviewed. Children sign in and out procedures, and logs were reviewed. The facility is currently using an electronic sign-in and out system called "Brightwheel" LPA reviewed the system's operation/logging with the Director. A sampling of Children's files was taken for review. The records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, Immunization and Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment. 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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm The facility does not provide transportation for children at the moment and the Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in park vehicles. LPA reviewed Staff Files / Records, and the reviewed records include Staff Qualifications, Immunization, Health Screening Report, CPR and 1 st Aid Training Certificates and Mandated Reporter Training Certificates. The Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/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 (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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . The Site 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. 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 . There are no deficiencies cited on this visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Elizangela Silva Lira.

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 May 1, 2026 inspection of HANDS ON LEARNING CENTER?

This was an inspection of HANDS ON LEARNING CENTER on May 1, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to HANDS ON LEARNING CENTER on May 1, 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 an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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