Routine inspection·April 15, 2026

On 04/15/2026, at 1:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Rachael Ylizaliturri, Director of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA in the company of the Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The CCC operates from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and is located on the grounds of Peace Lutheran Church. The CCC utilizes two (2) classrooms (Jellyfish Room for 2 to 3.5 years and Dolphin Room for 3 to 5 years) for child care services. LPA observed five (5) children along with one (1) teacher providing care and supervision LPA observed required licensing forms posted prominently in the entry hallway of the CCC. The classrooms of the CCC are clean and organized. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furnishings available for children. The bathrooms used by children in care are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Cleaning supplies, medications, and sharps were observed to be in areas of the CCC that are accessible to staff but inaccessible to children in care. The CCC uses the Brightwheel application for Sign In/Out purposes. LPA reviewed a sampling of the records which contain the children's arrival and departure times along with entries from the children’s authorized representative. Morning and afternoon snacks as well as lunch are provided by the parents of children enrolled. LPA observed the kitchen area of the CCC which has an operable refrigerator and additional food for children in care when needed. Children have access to available drinking water both inside the classroom and outside in the play area. Continued on 809-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 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 lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21 .1-CCP. The CCC’s outdoor play area is fully enclosed by wrought iron fencing, and the entry/exit points are secured. LPA observed age-appropriate toys/play equipment in the play area which are in suitable condition and the footing in the area is varied. LPA observed a secure shed in the play yard which contains CCC toys and supplies. The play structures in the playground area have adequate cushioning material to absorb falls and there is shade available in the form of a gazebo. No bodies of water were observed on site. A sample of staff and children’s records were reviewed. The children’s records are complete and found to contain emergency contact information, immunization records, and other required licensing forms. Staff records were reviewed and contain Mandated Reporter training, staff qualifications, and other required licensing documents. LPA notes the most recent emergency drill at the CCC was completed on 04/15/2026. Director noted no firearms or ammunition are stored on site. 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 . Continued on 809-C LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additi onal resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Facility 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 minimu m/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. Facility representative 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. No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Rachael Ylizaliturri.