Routine inspection·May 27, 2026

On 05/27/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jennifer “Jen” Beehler conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility by Director Gretchen Jacobson and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 23 children (school-age) and 2 staff (Director and teacher) present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday – Friday, 08:00AM-06:00PM . There is a waiver to commingle age groups in the first hour and last hour of care. LPA observed all conditions of the waiver to be met during inspection. F acility representative 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. All staff present had criminal record clearance and were associated to the roster on Guardian. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC9040), and fire/disaster drill log during today’s inspection. Sign-in/out was observed to be completed with full legal signature and time of day. Continued on Page 2 The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 04/08/2026, which is compliant with the six month requirement for facilities. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher last serviced 08/15/2025, which is compliant with state fire marshal regulations. LPA observed a fully functioning smoke detector system and a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility Representative states that she does have children in care who require Incidental Medical Services and does administer medication at this time. Medication is properly stored out of reach of children, in a locked closet, with the proper documentation. 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 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-care-centers/ . Indoor area of the facility were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazards. Staff and children’s bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. The Facility Representative site phone designated for the facility. Cleaning and maintenance for the facility is conducted by Elementary school staff and is completed in the evenings after all day care children have left the premises. The Facility Representative states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and the school campus is overall fenced in. The ramp leading into the facility was in disrepair. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials (tanbark) to absorb falls. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today’s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by trees. Continued on Page 3 Food is provided by the facility and is stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. Facility offers a half day program and provides an afternoon snack to children. 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. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water pitchers provided by the elementary school district. Children have reusable bottles from home, labeled with their names. 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 facility has completed an attestation in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . LPA observed all conditions of the attestation were met during today's inspection. Five (5) children’s files (school-age) were reviewed during today’s inspection for the following records: Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A), Personal Rights (LIC613A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700), Signed Admission Agreement, and Immunization Records (PM286). LPA observed all files to be complete. Two (2) staff files (1 - Director/ 1 - Teacher) were reviewed for the following records: Transcripts/Verification of Experience, Health Screening Report (LIC503), Employee Rights (LIC9052), Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance, and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza or statement declining influenza. LPA observed one staff file was missing LIC9108 and LIC9052. There is at least one staff member present with current CPR/First-Aid that expires 02/11/2028. Continued on Page 4 The Facility Representative has current Mandated Reporter Training that expires on 11/07/2026 . LPA reminded the Facility Representative that the Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years. The Facility representative understands that the site director shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded Facility Representative that there shall be at least one person with valid EMSA approved CPR and First-Aid certifications on site at all times or present during off site activities, such as field trips. Licensee can find EMSA approved training courses at the following website: https://www.emsa.ca.gov/emsa?id=child_care During today's visit the following documents were provided: LIC9052 Employee Rights LIC9108 Statement Acknowledging the Requirement to Report Child Abuse Due to today's inspection, one Type B Citation and one Technical Violation was cited. Exit interview conducted with the Director. Report was reviewed and provided to the Director Gretchen Jacobson along with appeal rights. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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 . 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 facility has an attestation on file in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . LPA did not check children's files due to no enrollment in the current year's program. Two (2) staff files (1 - Director/ 1 - Teacher) were reviewed for the following records: Transcripts/Verification of Experience, Health Screening Report (LIC503), Employee Rights (LIC9052), Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance, and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza or statement declining influenza. LPA observed one staff file as missing LIC9108 and LIC9052. There is at least one staff member present with current CPR/First-Aid that expires 02/11/2028. The Facility representative understands that the site director shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded Facility Representative that there shall be at least one person with valid EMSA approved CPR and First-Aid certifications on site at all times or present during off site activities, such as field trips. Licensee can find EMSA approved training courses at the following website: https://www.emsa.ca.gov/emsa?id=child_care As a result of today's inspection, one Technical Violation was given. Exit interview conducted with the Director. Report was reviewed and provided to the Director Gretchen Jacobson, along with appeal rights. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.