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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197411254
Report Date: 12/18/2025
Date Signed: 12/18/2025 04:28:10 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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:A BRIGHT BEGINNING, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
197411254
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		ERICKA ANDREWSFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:503 S. PRAIRIETELEPHONE:
(310) 693-0700
CITY:INGLEWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90301
CAPACITY: 39TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 25CENSUS: 24DATE:
12/18/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:50 AM
MET WITH:Erika AndrewsTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 12/18/25  Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Luz, met with Director Ericka Andrews and conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection.  Also present were 7 staff supervising 24 infants. The facility is within capacity and ratio compliance today. LPA provided licensee the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125) and the facility was toured indoors and outdoors for a Health and Safety Inspection. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 am until 6:00pm.  The facility also has a preschool license (197411253).The facility has two classrooms under the infant license: infant room and toddler room (older infants).
Both classrooms were inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, and adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed furniture and equipment are in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed sufficient toys and play materials in good condition. The infant classroom had 4 swings. Staff informed LPA they use the swings to help soothe infants. After 10-15 minutes, depending on how long it takes for the infant to settle, staff take them out. If an infant falls asleep in the swing, staff will transfer the infant to their crib. Forms of discipline used at the facility are talking with the child and giving the child space.
LPA observed the napping room in the infant room has a half door, and a half wall with windows on top. LPA observed the narrow walkways between cribs and advised Director on how to adjust the cribs to create a more accessible walkway for staff. Older infants in the toddler room sleep on cots. Bedding is provided by the families and is sent home to be washed weekly. LPA informed Director that infants sheets shall be changed daily or more often if needed. LPA advised to request families bring in enough sheets for the week and sent them all home on the last day of the week. 15 minute sleep checks that document and signs of distress are conducted and documented. Infants sleep with a sleeping outfit that has the arms and legs separated. No infants use sleep sacks.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maureen Neal
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/18/2025
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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: A BRIGHT BEGINNING, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411254
VISIT DATE: 12/18/2025
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LPA observed changing tables within an arm reach of a sink and meet the safety standards. Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Children's toilets and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children can reach their designated sinks, toilets, and supplies. LPA observed trash cans without lids. Director explained that solid waste diapers are thrown outside into a trash can that has a tight fitting lid.

LPA observed floors and surfaces were free of debris and hazards, the presence of a fully functional carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector/fire alarms, and a fully charged fire extinguisher that is accessible throughout the facility. Cleaning solutions are kept in out of children's reach or in the supply closet, inaccessible to children in care. The doorknob to the supply closet has a child lock. No poisons were observed to be accessible to children during the inspection. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first-aid kit that is available in the classrooms. The isolation area for when a child is sick is the office.

The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and PM snack. All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food preparation area is free of debris, hazardous materials, and vermin, and is adequately equipped. Menus are posted at least one week in advance, dated and available for review. Drinking water is accessible by children in the classrooms. LPA observed formula and breastmilk bottles labeled with the child's name. LPA reminded Director that bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by the infant's authorized representative shall be labeled with the infant's name and the current date.

The facility has a waiver on file for staggered playground use. The outdoor play area is fully fenced and has shade available. LPA observed one large hole and several small ones in the resilient material in the back of the playground.  LPA noted that one of the poles that supports the shade structure has exposed foam. Director informed LPA they have already spoken to the owner about remedying the materials. LPAs observed age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. Drinking water is provided in water bottles or disposable cups when children are outside. Per Director, there are no firearms or other weapons on the premises. There are no bodies of water, or free-standing water accessible to children.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maureen Neal
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/18/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: A BRIGHT BEGINNING, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411254
VISIT DATE: 12/18/2025
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All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel report and copies were obtained. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Director was reminded to ensure staff renew Mandated Reporter for Child Care Providers and Pediatric CPR/First Aid every two years. LPA observed all required postings in a publicly accessible area. LPA reviewed the sign in/out sheets and noted they were in compliance. Fire/disaster drills are recorded and performed at least every six months, last drill was on 10/16/25.

LPA reviewed 5 random children files and 6 random staff files during today's inspection. Infants aged 0-12 months old files contained the Individual Infant Sleep Plan (LIC 9227) signed and dated by the infant's authorized representative. 2 of 5 child files reviewed did not have an Infant Needs and Services Plan (INSP). 5 of 5 files reviewed did not have a current INSP. Director stated staff are informed of any changes. LPA reminded Director that Infant Needs and Services Plan shall be updated quarterly or as often as necessary to be current for all infants 0-24 months old. 4 of 6 staff files were complete. 2 of 6 staff files were missing Health Screening Report (LIC 503). 1 staff file was missing a current mandated reporter certification. LPA advised Director to use the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125) to audit staff files to ensure all are complete.

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-and-resources/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.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maureen Neal
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/18/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: A BRIGHT BEGINNING, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411254
VISIT DATE: 12/18/2025
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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)
CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES

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/.

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.

1 Type B citation is issued today on attached page 809-D. 3 advisory notes are issued.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Ericka Ansdrews.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maureen Neal
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/18/2025
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Created By: Angela Luz On 12/18/2025 at 03:22 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: A BRIGHT BEGINNING, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197411254

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/18/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101419.3(a)
Modifications to Infant Needs and Services Plan
(a) The written infant needs and services plan shall be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review of child files, the facility did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 5 infant files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/24/2025
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By plan of correction due date 12/24/25, Director will send LPA a written plan for how the facility will ensure the infant needs and services plan will be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Betty Bell
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Luz
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/18/2025


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