On 07/31/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Deschampe conducted an unannounced annual inspection. At 8:40AM LPA was allowed entry to the facility by the facility representative (FR)/Acting Director, Alex Arreola. Total enrollment is 32, with a current census of 24 toddlers/children in care, with 4 staff, due to various children's enrollment schedules. Facility hours are 7:00AM – 5:30PM, Monday through Friday.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date, 07/31/2026 indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

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.

During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents and cleaning compounds) were observed to be stored and out of reach of children. First-aid supplies were complete and stored in the office and classrooms, in a location that is accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. Food for snacks/meals are provided by the parents/authorized representatives, as well as the facility. Water is provided by the filtered water fountain in staff kitchen . Parents/authorized representatives

• 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.

may opt out of the meal plan and bring their own food and drink options. Facility ensures items are stored properly with personalized labels.

Children, including toddlers, nap on cots which are maintained in a safe condition, and are properly stored. Children's personal items, including bedding are clean, stored separately and individually, and in a labeled compartment. The bedding is washed weekly, or when soiled or wet. Blankets are cleaned or changed when soiled. Napping equipment was arranged so that each child has access to a walkway without having to walk over cots of other children.

Fixtures, furniture, equipment, and supplies were clean and observed to be in good repair, free of sharp edges, and age appropriate for all children enrolled in care. The children's and staff bathrooms are safe and in sanitary operating condition. The facility has carbon monoxide and smoke detectors that were tested and operable. There is a fire extinguisher located in each classroom that meets CCR. The last emergency drill was on 07/30/2026. The facility maintains an indoor temperature within regulation (minimum of 68 degrees and maximum of 85 degrees F or, in extreme heat a maximum of 20 degrees less than the outside temperature). Facility met all waiver, exceptions, and posting requirements, including the California Child Passenger Safety Law, posted by the entrance of the facility.

The outdoor activity spaces were inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards (turf and sand). The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. The outdoor activity space provides a shaded rest area for the children (large tree). Water is provided via personal, labeled water bottles and refilled using the filtered water fountain. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. There is not a body on water on the premises, or surrounding areas.

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.

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.

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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional 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.

Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed, 4 out of 4 children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The authorized representative who signs the child in and out writes the time and signs the document, kept in a binder at the entrance of the child care.

5 out of 5 staff files were reviewed and in compliance. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (HSC) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, HSC 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. LPA gave the facility representative copies of the CCR Section 101415 Infant Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties and Section 101415.1 Assistant Infant Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties.

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.

In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Alex Arreola. Appeal Rights were discussed with facility representative. The facility representative was provided a copy of the appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door to the facility. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.

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