Routine inspection·May 4, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Gonzales was greeted and met with Staff, Casey Mcelwee for an unannounced annual inspection. 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 the facility. LPA observed 7 napping preschoolers in the sensorial practical life, math and language area, with one staff. LPA observed all required postings in the sun room in the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday – Friday, 7:30AM-5:00PM. LPA observed fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The isolation area for sick children is in the reading room. Staff stated that the art room is currently not being used as activity space for children. LPA observed a barricaded fireplace. LPA observed a water feature filled with rocks in the math area. LPA did not observe any open faced heaters, pool, spas, or other types of bodies of water. Staff stated that the facility does not transport children. Lunch is provided parents. Facility offers full day program and provides midmorning snack, 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. The classrooms have age-appropriate materials, toys, furnishing, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed all furniture and napping equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Bedding is provided by the authorized representatives and is washed washed weekly for children who are enrolled 3 days a week or more and if children are enrolled 2 days a week it washed every other week or as needed. Continued on page 2... LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Staff and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at ttps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Site Director of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22- 02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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. Staff 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. 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 . During today’s inspection a deficiency was cited. Appeal rights provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with staff, Casey Mcelwee. Trash cans for the disposable of solid wastes are equipped with tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available for children by water bottles labeled with the children’s names. Water bottles and filled throughout the day by staff via sinks in the classroom. The outdoor play areas are fully fenced. Shade is provided by trees and umbrellas. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. LPA observed a play structure with sufficient resilient material under and around the structure. At least one staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid certification and it expires on 03/31/2027. Fire/disaster drill was conducted on 02/23/2026. LPA reviewed facility roster (LIC9040), paper sign in/out form, and disaster drill log during today’s inspection. LPA reviewed 2 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. Staff was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training every two years. Staff (S1) was missing vaccination to pertussis. S2 was missing vaccination to measles and pertussis. LPA reviewed 7 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’s Report with TB test (LIC 701). 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred Site Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information ( https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information ) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES Continued on Page 3...