Routine inspection·April 23, 2026

On 4/23/2026, at 2:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seena Parsapour conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Director Kareena Hadap and explained the nature & purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. LPA notes that Program Directors Valerie Ross & Nina Ruiz were present during the inspection, as well as Jamie Gonzalez, Chief Operations Officer. The CCC operates Monday-Wednesday & Friday from 2:30pm-6:00pm, Thursday from 1:40pm-6:00pm, and Monday-Friday from 6:30am-7:45am. The facility uses one (1) bungalow-type classroom subdivided into two (2) rooms for child care services. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed thirty-eight (38) children under the care & supervision of five (5) staff members, which includes Director (cleared and associated). The CCC is clean and orderly. LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted prominently near one of the entrances of the CCC. LPA observed the daily schedule & menus posted near the entrance as well. LPA notes the CCC uses electronic Sign In/Out forms using Daxko software. LPA notes the forms contained the arrival and departure times of children in care and well as the signatures of the children's authorized representatives. The classrooms have age-appropriate equipment and furnishings available to children in care. LPA observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, sharps, and other hazardous items in each classroom stored in areas inaccessible to children in care. Medications in the CCC are located inside a locked container, and a refrigerator in the classroom is used to store food for children in care. The CCC maintains a First Aid kit on site. LPA observed a smoke detector and a carbon monoxide detector in the classroom which were tested at 2:38 PM and found operational. The CCC has restrooms available for children in care. Restrooms for the use of children were observed by LPA in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. (CONT. 809-C, Page 2) The CCC provides an afternoon snack to children in care, and maintains supplemental food on site for children should the need arise. LPA notes the CCC outdoor play area is fully enclosed. LPA observed the entry/exit points to be secured. The footing in the outdoor play area is varied, and LPA notes that children in care are not permitted to utilize the school’s play structures. LPA observed age-appropriate toys & play equipment in the outdoor play area. The play equipment is free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. LPA notes that shade provided by building structures is available in the outdoor play area. LPA reminded Director that outdoor play equipment and furnishings should be replaced when such items begin to degrade or are no longer in good repair. No bodies of water were observed on site. LPA reviewed a sampling of six (6) children’s records of the children present at the time of the inspection. The children’s records reviewed were found to be current & complete. LPA reviewed staff records for staff members present during the inspection, which were found to be current & complete as well, including AB1207 compliant Mandated Reporter Training certification, and Pediatric 1 st Aid & CPR Training Certification, among other required documents. LPA notes the most recent disaster drill at the facility occurred on 2/02/2026. The CCC maintains a current facility roster listing children in care. No firearms or ammunition are stored on site. 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-care-centers/ . CCCs constructed before January 1, 2010, are required 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). Director & Senior Program Director Valerie Ross informed LPA that water jugs used for drinking & food preparation is shipped to the CCC by Culligan, and that tap water is not used for consumption or food preparation. (CONT. 809-C, Page 3) LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Director 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. 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. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in HSC 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. No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. Director was provided a copy of their Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) by email and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days or a $100 civil penalty may apply. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Kareena Hadap.