Routine inspection·February 25, 2026

On 02/25/2026, at 8:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Shira Muchnik, Assistant Director of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. The facility is located on the grounds of Studio Channel Island Art Center. The Preschool operates from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Thursday, and 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Friday. Currently the facility uses two classrooms (Preschool Room and the Pre K/K Room) for child care services. At the time of inspection, LPA observed twenty-one (21) children on site, along with six staff providing care and supervision. LPA notes the CCC's Assistant Director is assisting with the care and supervision of children on site. The CCC is clean and orderly. LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted on the walls of each classroom. LPA observed the CCC's Sign In/Out forms just outside the entry doors of each classroom. LPA verified the forms contain the arrival and departure times of children in care as well as signatures from the children's authorized representatives. The classrooms have age-appropriate equipment and furnishings available to children in care. The CCC's carbon monoxide detector is integrated into the building's fire detection system. The detector was not tested by LPA. Assistant Director informed LPA the fire detection system is regularly tested and monitored by the local fire Department. Continued on 809-C Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and sharps are observed in the CCC's supply room which is inaccessible to children in care and secure. The CCC uses two restrooms. Each restroom is in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPA observed a mini refrigerator in the CCC's office area which can store food for children in care. Lunches and snacks are provided by the parents of children in care. The CCC has supplemental food on site for children if needed. The CCC has available (bottled) drinking water for children inside and outside of the facility. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information ( https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information ) The CCC outdoor playground area is enclosed by chain linked fencing. The fence\342\200\231s entry/exit gates are secured. The surfaces of the outdoor playground areas are varied. LPA observed a secure shed in the outdoor area which contains CCC's supplies. LPA observed age-appropriate play equipment in the play areas. The play equipment is free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. The play structures in the outdoor playground areas have adequate cushioning materials to absorb falls and shade created by building overhangs and awnings. LPA reminded Assistant Director to replace outdoor play equipment and furnishings when such items begin to degrade or are not in good repair. No bodies of water are observed on site. Continued on 809-C LPA reviewed children, staff and facility records. The children\342\200\231s records sampled were complete and found to contain emergency contact information and immunization records, and other required licensing forms. Staff records were reviewed. At 10:45 AM, LPA\342\200\231s record review found that S3 and S7 were providing care and supervision to children in care and do not have Criminal Record Clearance/Exemption. LPA\342\200\231s records review also found that the Assistant Director, S1, S2, S4, S6, and S7 do not have current Mandated Reporter training. Further records review found that S2, S3, S6, and S7 do not have Immunization records on file. No firearms or ammunition are stored on site. 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 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 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 additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for and removing any 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. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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. 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 . LPA Shane Loftus informed facility representative, Shira Muchnik, that this report dated 02/25/2026 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Shane Loftus informed the facility representative to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 02/25/2026 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Additionally, two type B deficiencies are being cited pursuant to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health and Safety Code (refer to 809-D) A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Shira Muchnik.