Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 11/07/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jaime Gonzales was greeted by staff Hillary Elk and LPA stated that the purpose of todays visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection. Staff contacted Director Christina Pulido and stated that she would be arriving at 9:30AM. LPA provided staff with the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125). LPA was granted access to the facility and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, LPA completed a census head count in infant classrooms: green and yellow room. The green classroom had three infants and one staff. Yellow room had three infants and one staff. During the inspection the Site Director, Christina Pulido arrived.
LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 07:00AM-6:00PM. The facility has no active waivers. LPA observed infants walking out of the red preschool classroom and into the green classroom. LPA interviewed staff in the green classroom and the staff stated that they commingle in the morning due to the low ratio. LPA discussed ceasing commingling of the infants and preschoolers with the site director. The facility serves infants from four weeks- 2 years old. LPA observed fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The isolation area for sick children is in the office.
The classrooms have age-appropriate materials, toys, furnishing, equipment, & adequate storage for children\342\200\231s belongings. The children's napping equipment were observed to be stored in a healthful manner. Bedding is provided by the parents and is washed weekly or as needed. In the infant sleeping area LPA observed one crib with a loose blanket, an emergency crib with three blankets and one crib with a sleep sack hanging on the side of the crib. Staff removed the blankets and sleep slack and place in children\342\200\231s cubbies for parents to pick up and take home.
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Food is provided by the facility and is stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. Facility offers full day program and provides midmorning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack to children. The menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food is well maintained, clean, and sanitized after each use.
Trash cans for the disposable of solid wastes are equipped with tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water bottles, in addition to water bottles from home labeled with the children\342\200\231s names.
The outdoor play areas are fully fenced. Shade is provided by trees and overhang from the building. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. During today's inspection, LPA observed exposed gutter piping in the outdoor infant play area that was not sufficiently covered with tanbark. Site Director stated that facility just purchased some tanbark and will inspect the area to make sure that there is sufficient material covering the exposed gutter piping. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children.
LPA observed a climbing structure with sufficient resilient material under and around the structure. Per Director, there are no firearms or weapons on the premises. All individuals subject to criminal record review have fingerprint clearances and associated to the facility. At least one staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid certification. Fire/disaster drill was conducted on September 05, 2025. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC9040) during today\342\200\231s inspection.
LPA reviewed 6 random children files during today's inspection for the following records: Admission Agreement, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC 700), Notification of Parents Rights (LIC 995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627), Physician\342\200\231s Report with TB test (LIC 701), and 15 minute sleep check with documentation.
Child (C4, C5, C6) were missing updated immunization records.
LPAs reviewed two staff files for the following records: Health Screening Report (LIC 503), TB Test, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse (LIC 9108), Employee rights (LIC 9052), staff qualifications, Mandated Reporter Training. LPA observed that two staff were missing the health and safety training certificates. Site Director was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training every two years.
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Site 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.
LPA reviewed with Site Director the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child\342\200\231s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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/
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LPA reminded Site Director to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Report form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within 7 calendar days.
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).
Site 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.
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As a result of this inspection, there were deficiencies cited and more information can be found the on the 809D pages.
A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Site Director, Christina Pulido.
