Pre-licensing visit·December 16, 2025

Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) (LPA) Licensing Program Analysts, Caroline Colson, Manel Estoesta, met with Kara Karpel, Regional Manager and Claire Manaloto, Center Director for Wonder Years, Brian Heath, VP for Wonder Years for an increase in for the Infant Component and a decrease in the Preschool Component for a change in capacity application. There are 48 children present from the infant and preschool components. The facility is requesting 32 infants and 48 preschool children from 2 years old to 5 years old. The program will operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Physical Plant : The Infant Component has 4 (four) classrooms with a separate napping area and separate outdoor play area. The Preschool Component has 4 (four) classrooms and a shared outdoor play area. There is adequate heating, lighting, and ventilation. There are no cleaning solutions, chemicals, or other hazards accessible to children. Per Applicant, there are no weapons at the facility. Classrooms: Furniture and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There are separate storage areas for children\342\200\231s belongings. LPA observed a sufficient amount of equipment, tables, chairs, and cubbies/hooks. Drinking water is provided by a water fountain/sink in each classroom. Children have their own water bottles. There are first aid kits in each classroom. Children do take naps at the facility. Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector. Parents use a sheet to sign in and sign out. The facility will be providing morning snack and afternoon snack throughout the entire year. Parents will provide their children lunches. Restrooms: Toilets and sinks are operable. There is soap, toilet paper and paper towels for sanitary use. Classroom measurements: LPAs measured 4 (four) classrooms which are the Sea Turtles, Sharks, Belugas and Dolphins for the Infant Component. The measurements for the Infant Component are 1,768.35 square feet which will accommodate the Applicant's request for 32 infant children. LPA reviewed the measurements for the new Preschool classrooms. The Jellyfish/Sea Horses, Sting Rays and Sea Otters are the current classrooms for the Preschool Component. The measurements for the Preschool Component are 1,490.20 square feet which will not accommodate the Applicant's request for 48 children. These measurements were obtained from the April 27, 2023 prelicensing inspection report. There are a total of 16 sinks, and 10 toilets for the children. Director's Office will be the isolation area. The isolation bathroom is located near the director's office. Outdoor Activity Space: The outdoor play area is fenced by the building walls and walls are at least 4ft tall. There is enough age-appropriate equipment and toys. The play area has cushioning material underneath all outdoor climbing equipment. The entire play area has shade and play equipment is specifically designated for Birth - 2 years old children. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Climbing structures and slides are safe and in good condition. Playground is free of debris and other hazards. Children have access to drinking water and will their own water bottles. Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information A waiver was submitted for both components. The infant yard measurements are 1,076.63 square feet which will not accommodate Applicant's request for 32 infants. Emergency Preparedness/Safety: Emergency Disaster Plan is dated and posted for review. The facility utilizes a land line telephone and cell phones. Fire Clearance was received. Sign in/Sign out : Applicant will use a sign in and sign out sheet for parents with legal signatures. Licensee 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 advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test. Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure. Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information Exit Interview was conducted with Center Director, Claire Manaloto. 1. Waivers will need to be approve. 2. Updated documents will need to be reviewed. 3. Applicant will need to purchase water pitchers. 4. Applicant will need to submit a new LIC 200 A. 5. LPM will conduct a final review.