Routine inspection·February 26, 2026

On February 26, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with the director, Gloria Martinez. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection, and the facility was toured both indoors and outdoors to conduct a health and safety inspection. There were 58 school-age children present during the inspection, supervised by five staff members. The center is located on the campus of Almond Elementary School and operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 pm. for before-school care and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for after-school care. All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and are properly associated with the facility. The LPA conducted a census of children in care, and the count matched the 58 signatures recorded on the electronic sign-in system. At approximately 1:00 p.m., the LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. All files contained the required Health Screening and Employee Rights forms. At least one opening and/or closing staff member holds a current CPR and First Aid certificate. At approximately 1:30 p.m., the LPA reviewed four (4) children\342\200\231s files. All files contained the required Personal Rights, Parent\342\200\231s Rights, Medical Consent, and Identification and Emergency Information forms. The LPA tested the facility\342\200\231s dual smoke and carbon monoxide detector, which was found to be functioning properly. The center has a working telephone, first aid kits, an emergency backpack, and multiple fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers that meet standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, with the most recent drill conducted on February 2, 2026. The large classroom is arranged to allow children to explore a variety of learning areas. Adequate play and learning materials are available. Floors were clean, and furniture was appropriately sized for school-age children. Play equipment was age-appropriate and in good repair. Each child has individual storage space. The facility\342\200\231s isolation area for ill children is located next to the director\342\200\231s desk and is separated from other children in care. All required documents were posted in a publicly accessible area. See *809-C. The facility provides snacks for children in care, and weekly menus are posted at the facility. The LPA observed the area containing the refrigerator and found it to be clean and free of evidence of rodents. The LPA reminded the director that all persons engaged in food preparation and service shall observe proper personal hygiene and food service sanitation practices to protect food from contamination. Pesticides and other similar toxic substances are not stored in cabinets containing food, nor in the kitchen, food preparation areas, or areas where kitchen utensils and equipment are stored. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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 LPA observed that one of the bathrooms contains a stall marked for staff use only. Per staff, this stall is used only when no children are present in the bathroom. The LPA verified that the toilets were operating properly by flushing them to ensure they were in safe working condition. The center has an adequate supply of soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels available for children in care. The center utilizes the school\342\200\231s outdoor playground for outdoor play, and the yard is fully fenced. The playground is maintained by the Los Altos School District. Play equipment is age-appropriate and in good repair. The playground equipment consists of a large play structure with slides and climbing apparatuses, monkey bars, and a sandbox. The swings are securely anchored into the ground, and the slides have cushioning underneath to absorb potential falls. All equipment and surfaces were observed to be free of hazards. California Law requires Child Care Centers licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child's parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. The director was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com . See 809-C. Lead Testing \342\200\223 Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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 . The 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. The 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. There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director Gloria Martinez .