Routine inspection·April 17, 2025

On 04/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Aurelio Mendoza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection for the preschool license. LPA met with Center Supervisor Claudia Vazquez and toured the facility both indoors and outdoors. The current days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The walkthrough of the preschool classrooms included inspection of rooms 2, 3A, 3B, 4A, 5, and 6. All poisons are stored in a locked storage area. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication, and other hazardous items are made inaccessible to children. There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. Firearms and ammunition are not allowed or stored on the premises. LPA discussed new pool safety requirements under AB 2866, effective 01/01/2025, and informed Center Supervisor Claudia Vazquez that a Provider Information Notice (PIN) was issued on 01/06/2025 (PIN 25-01-CCP). Furniture and equipment are in good condition and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Playground equipment is in safe condition and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around high climbing equipment, swings, and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. (Continued on LIC809-C) Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. It is provided through a water dispenser and disposable cups. The facility provides meals to children, including breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Food is prepared on site. Menus are posted at least one week in advance in a location accessible to an authorized representative. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or participating in offsite activities. The name of the child care center director or the fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under the supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The facility meets the required teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed that files were complete with contact information for authorized representatives, relatives, or others who can assume responsibility for the child, as well as medical assessments. LPA also reviewed a sample of staff files and observed that they were complete with health screenings, immunization records for influenza, pertussis, and measles, and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ), which provides access to resources such as forms, regulations, Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA also discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212). Center Supervisor Claudia Vazquez 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 per day, for a maximum of 5 days (or for a maximum of 30 days per person in the case of a repeat violation), will be assessed if this regulation is violated. (Continued on LIC809-C) 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 every five years thereafter. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee must test the water within 180 days of licensure, pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred the facility representative to the Department’s website for lead testing information: www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information . This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed the storage of medication and equipment/supplies, as well as children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For more information on IMS, see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) resources were also provided: U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY), and the publication “Commonly Asked Questions About Child Care Centers and the ADA,” available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . Center Supervisor Claudia Vazquez was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education resource that helps families find child care by connecting them with providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Center Supervisor Claudia Vazquez. Appeal Rights were provided. Per Title 22, Division 12, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213, Notice of Site Visit, was provided and is required to be posted for 30 days. (End of Report)