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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198401577
Report Date: 09/11/2026
Date Signed: 09/11/2026 01:20:16 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:MAOF NORWALK PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198401577
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SONIA GUERREROFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:12440 FIRESTONE BLVDTELEPHONE:
(323) 707-3854
CITY:NORWALKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90650
CAPACITY: 48TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 28CENSUS: 17DATE:
09/11/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Norma Rivera and Josephine BartoloTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:30 PM
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On 09/11/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Elka Chavez conducted an announced prelicensing inspection to add a new infant program to an existing preschool license which will be consolidated into a new Single License. LPA met with Applicant Representatives, Norma Rivera and Josephine Bartolo.

This facility is currently licensed as a (192006321) preschool program with a total capacity of 75 preschoolers from ages 2 to 5. The Applicant, Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, has requested to change their license by decreasing their preschool program and adding an infant program. The Applicant is requesting to care for (48) children: (8) infant children from 12 months to 24 months in classroom EHS 4 and (40) preschool children from ages 2 to 5 years old in 3 classrooms: Preschool Room EHS 3, Preschool classrooms 1 & 2. The hours of operation will be Monday to Friday from 6:30am – 5:30pm. Present during today’s inspection were 17 preschool children with 8 staff. Appropriate ratios and supervision were observed.

All indoor and outdoor activity space utilized for the children was inspected today. LPA informed Applicant Representative that staff are required to maintain direct visual supervision of the children at all times during indoor and outdoor activities. When medications are on site, Applicant Representative stated that the items will be kept in each classroom inside the first aid backpack, which remains inaccessible to children in care. A fully equipped first aid kit is located in each classroom. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector on site located in preschool classroom 2. All required licensing documents were observed near the entrance of the facility. Children will be signed in and out at each classroom.

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Belinda Devall
Elka Chavez
DATE: 09/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/11/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MAOF NORWALK PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198401577
VISIT DATE: 09/11/2026
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LPA continued to tour the facility and measured the new infant indoor and outdoor activity space. LPA observed that children enrolled in the infant program must walk through Preschool Classroom EHS 3 in order to access Infant Classroom EHS 4. Total infant indoor activity space measured 465.19 square feet, which can accommodate the request capacity of (8) infant children. Total preschool indoor activity space measured 1,679.86 square feet, which can accommodate the request capacity of (40) preschool children. LPA observed all indoor activity spaces complete with age-appropriate furniture and equipment, including tables, chairs, cubbies, napping cots, bookshelves, and other activity supplies for the children. Toys are safe with no sharp edges, splinters, or points, nor made of small parts that can present a choking hazard. Drinking water is available in the classrooms via water pitcher and disposable cups. There are no bodies of water or weapons on the property. Fire clearance was granted on 08/18/2026.

The infant room contains small tables intended for use during meals. LPA observed two potty chairs and a changing table positioned within arm’s reach of a portable sink in the infant classroom. The diapering sink is not used for meal preparation or dishwashing. The changing table has at least one inch of padding covered with moisture resistant, washable material, and the sides of the changing table are at least three inches high. Sleep logs, Needs and Services Plans are kept in the infant classroom.

LPA observed a total of (7) sinks and (5) toilets available for preschool children’s use. These are sufficient to accommodate the requested capacity of preschool children. There is a separate staff restroom equipped with a toilet and a sink. The isolation area for children who are ill will be the office and ill children will use the staff restroom.

Facility will be providing AM/PM Snacks and Lunch. There is a kitchen area on site that includes 2 refrigerators, 2 freezers, stove, sink, microwave, and food prep counter. The kitchen area and food storage areas were observed to be free of rodents and/or vermin. Food was observed to be properly stored separate from cleaning materials. Hazardous items in kitchen are inaccessible to children via a door.

The facility currently has 2 fully fenced playground areas. Fencing was observed to be made of wrought iron which is at least four feet high. The total square footage for infant outdoor activity space is 1,797.08 square feet, which can accommodate the requested infant capacity.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elka Chavez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MAOF NORWALK PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198401577
VISIT DATE: 09/11/2026
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 The total square footage for the preschool outdoor activity space is 3,169.23 square feet, which can accommodate the requested preschool capacity. Shade is provided by both the trees and the building. There are sufficient outdoor age-appropriate toys and play equipment available on the playgrounds. The infant playground includes a properly anchored playground gym designed for children ages 6 to 23 months, with adequate cushioning in all fall zones provided by approved outdoor surface cushioning material. The preschool playground also features a properly anchored climbing structure suitable for children ages 2 to 5 years. There is adequate cushioning in fall zones of climbers provided by outdoor surface cushioning. Drinking water is available via water pitcher and disposable cups. Applicant Representative was reminded that any changes to the facility must be reported to and approved by Community Care Licensing.

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 childcare 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). Please note that if your building was constructed after 1/1/10 you are not required to test for lead. However, you must provide proof of the construction date to the regional office.

Applicant representatives was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elka Chavez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MAOF NORWALK PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198401577
VISIT DATE: 09/11/2026
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant representatives 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 applicant 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.

Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

No corrections are needed. During this inspection, LPA obtained a waiver request letter from the applicant regarding the requirement for children enrolled in the infant program to walk through the preschool classroom in order to access their designated infant classroom. Based on the measurements obtained from both indoor and outdoor activity space, the facility can accommodate 48 children. Upon a final file review and approval of the waiver request, a license for (48) children: (8) infants from 12 months to 24 months and (40) preschoolers from ages 2 to 5 years will be granted.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant Representative, Norma Rivera.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elka Chavez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/11/2026
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