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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMYLicense 5662143502 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 2/05/2026, at 11:00 AM PST, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seena Parsapour conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection of the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Director Maria Cabrera and explained the nature & purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC in its entirety. The CCC utilizes two (2) classrooms and an outdoor play area for infant care purposes. The CCC operates between 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed twelve (12) infants in care, along with three (3) staff members providing care and supervision. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on the parent board and outside classrooms of the CCC. The CCC uses the Brightwheel application for sign-in/sign-out purposes. LPA notes the application contains the infants\342\200\231 arrival and departure times as well as entries of the authorized representatives/parents. The CCC is clean and orderly. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furnishings throughout the CCC. A dual smoke & carbon monoxide detector in the kitchen area was tested at 9:51AM PST and found to be operational. Changing stations in the two (2) classrooms were found to be safe, sanitary, and in operating condition. In both classrooms, LPA observed sharps, disinfectants, and other hazardous items stored in areas inaccessible to infants in care. LPA observed operational refrigerators in both of the two (2) classrooms used for infant care purposes. LPA notes that parents bring milk and formula as needed from home for infants in care. LPA notes that a new refrigerator was delivered and installed in one of the classrooms during the inspection. LPA notes that filtered drinking water is shipped to the CCC & readily available for infants in care. (Cont. 809-C, Page 2) 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA notes there is a Water Use Attestation on file. As aforementioned, the CCC uses an outdoor play area for children and infants in care, which is divided into five (5) different fully-enclosed areas in total. LPA observed age-appropriate toys/play equipment in the play area. The toys/play equipment are free of sharp, loose or pointed objects and there is adequate cushioning to absorb falls, by way of artificial turf. There is an abundance of shade in the outdoor area provided by the building structure and a gazebo. No bodies of water were observed on site. A sampling of three (3) staff and four (4) infant\342\200\231s records were reviewed. At 12:38PM PST, during record review and upon interviewing Director, LPA determined that 15 minute safe sleep check logs were not on file for Child #03 (C3) and C4. LPA advised Director of the requirement for staff to physically check & document infant sleep every 15 minutes, and advised Director of the three (3) year document retention requirement. LPA provided a Technical Assistance (TA) to Director regarding the document retention policy. The infant\342\200\231s files reviewed were found otherwise to be current & complete. At 12:50PM PST, during record review and upon interviewing Director, LPA determined that current AB1207 compliant Mandated Reporter Training certification was not on file for Staff #01 (S1), S2, and S3. The staff records reviewed were otherwise found to be current & complete. LPA reviewed the facility's fire/emergency drill log and notes the most recent drill was conducted on 9/04/2025. Director informed LPA that no firearms/weapons or ammunition are stored on the premises. This facility does currently provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed infants\342\200\231, 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-carecenters/ . (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 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. 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. 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 . During today\342\200\231s inspection, two (2) Type B deficiencies are being cited under Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations & Health and Safety Codes (See 809-D). Appeal rights were provided & explained to Director. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Maria Cabrera.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION FOR INFANTS

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

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What happened during the February 5, 2026 inspection of LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY?

This was a inspection inspection of LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY on February 5, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LITTLE EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL ACADEMY on February 5, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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