Routine inspection·April 2, 2026

On April 2, 2026, at 11:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection and met with Director Jin Chen Cook. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and toured the facility both indoors and outdoors. There were 105 preschool- and toddler-age children present during the inspection, along with 21 staff members. The facility consists of 10 classrooms. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA reviewed facility records and verified that all individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained a clearance or exemption and are properly associated with the facility. A census of children was conducted, and it matched the 105 electronic signatures recorded in the My Bright Day App. At approximately 12:30 PM, LPA reviewed five (5) children's files and five (5) staff files. All staff files contained the required health screening documentation and employee rights forms. Children’s files included Personal Rights, Medical Consent forms, and Identification & Emergency Information. At least one opening and closing staff member possesses a current CPR and First Aid certification. At approximately 1:00 PM, ten (10) classrooms were inspected, and appropriate teacher-child ratios were observed. The classrooms contain adequate play and learning materials. Floors are well maintained, and furniture is appropriately sized for preschool and toddler-aged children. Classroom equipment is in good repair, and room temperatures are appropriate for children in care. Each child has individual storage space, with cubbies labeled with their names. The designated isolation area for ill children is the director’s office, which is separate from other children. The facility is equipped with wired smoke & carbon monoxide detectors throughout the building. The smoke detectors are connected to notify the fire department when activated. Per the Director, the system is fully functional and regularly serviced. The facility also has a working telephone, a pull-down fire alarm system, and multiple fully charged 2A10BC and 3A40BC fire extinguishers that meet the standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, with the most recent drill completed on March 18, 2026. All required documents are posted in an area accessible to the public. See LIC 809-C The facility provides snacks for children in care, and weekly menus are posted. LPA observed that the refrigerator area is clean and free of rodent activity. Food is properly stored and protected from contamination, and staff indicated that any contaminated food is discarded immediately. LPA reminded the facility representative that all individuals involved in food preparation and service must follow proper personal hygiene and food sanitation practices. Pesticides and other toxic substances are not stored in areas where food, kitchen utensils, or food preparation equipment are kept. All solid waste containers have tight-fitting lids and are maintained in good condition. The outdoor play area was inspected and includes a play structure with a slide equipped with cushioning to absorb falls. There is also a climbing structure that is securely anchored to the ground. The playground is furnished with a variety of age-appropriate equipment, including benches, tables, chairs, easels, tricycles, scooters, building blocks, hula hoops, water tables, a playhouse, a teeter-totter, and ride-on cars. Trees and canopies are present, providing adequate shade for children during outdoor activities. All play equipment is age-appropriate and in good repair. The outdoor play area is fully fenced and free of defects or hazardous conditions. Multiple storage sheds are present and secured with locks to prevent children’s access to equipment. At approximately 11:55 AM, LPA inspected the staff bathroom and was informed by the Director that it is separate from the children’s bathroom. Both staff and children’s bathrooms are located upstairs and downstairs. LPA verified that all sinks and toilets were in safe and sanitary operating condition by flushing toilets and running faucets. Water temperature was tested to ensure it does not reach levels that could pose a risk to children in care. 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 . 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-carecenters/ . LPA reminded the director that a refrigerator shall be used to store any medications that requires refrigeration. The center is equipped with fully stocked first aid kits that are available in the classrooms. See 809-C. Lead Testing – 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 p osted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Jin Chen Cook .