Routine inspection·July 28, 2025

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Syeda Bahar and Angela Luz met with Site Supervisor, Arasele Rocha to conduct an unannounced annual/random inspection in the preschool program. The facility is licensed to serve children aged 2-6 years. LPAs observed all the required forms are posted at the front entrance of the facility. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. LPAs toured the indoor and outdoor areas. LPAs observed that the teacher-child ratio was in compliance. Fire drill was conducted on 06/17/2025 . The facility has current children's roster. LPAs observed the classroom floor and surface are clean. The facility has a working telephone, required fire extinguisher and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. LPAs observed fully stocked first-aid kits available in the classrooms. Cleaning products, disinfectants, sharp objects were stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean. The bathrooms for children and staff are clean, sanitary, and operable. The Site supervisor stated that the isolation area for sick children is classroom #2. The Site supervisor also stated the children can use the staff bathroom in the classroom #2 if needed. The outdoor play area is fully fenced. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. There is ample shade available. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for children. The play structure is securely installed into the ground. The ground surrounding the play structure is sufficiently padded and in good condition for safety. LPAs observed sufficient napping equipment is available for the children. Drinking water is readily available for children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via individual water bottles which are refilled using water pitchers. There are no pools or other bodies of water on premises. Continue to page 2 Page 2 The facility provides morning snacks, lunch and afternoon snacks for the children. All center provided food items are properly labeled and stored separately from cleaning supplies. LPAs observed that the kitchen food preparation area is clean, adequately equipped, and free from hazardous materials. Food and snacks menus are posted and were reviewed. LPAs observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposable of solid waste. The SIte supervisor stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPAs reviewed the facility roster and personnel report, and copies were obtained. LPAs reviewed five (5) random children's files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Parent Right's Receipt, Physician's Report with tuberculosis test, Child's Preadmission Health History, Immunization Record, and Personal Rights. LPAs reviewed three (3) random staff files. Staff records reviewed include Employee Rights, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza) and required training. Every classroom has a fully qualified teacher. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. The Site supervisor CPR/First-Aid Certificate is current and expires in 09/21/2025. Mandated Reporter Training certificates were reviewed and current. Site supervisor's Mandated Reporter training certificate expires on 03/19/2027. The center utilizes an electronic sign-in/out system and is in compliance with sign in and out procedures. The Site supervisor was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Mandated Reporter Training ("Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting https://mandatedreporterca.com/ . Facility roster and personnel report must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drills must be conducted at least every six (6) months and documented. Effective August 1, 2003 California Law requires Child Care Licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child\342\200\231s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Form (LIC 624). Continue to page 3 Page 3 Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within seven (7) business days. LPAs informed the Site Supervisor that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov . Site supervisor 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. Water lead testing was completed for the facility in 12/06/2022 and no Action Level Exceedances were reported. 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. LPAs referred the Site supervisor to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Site supervisor 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. 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 http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Continue to page 4 Page 4 To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Appeal rights were provided. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted, report was reviewed with Site supervisor, Arasele Rocha.