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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 013423806
Report Date: 06/30/2026
Date Signed: 06/30/2026 06:17:58 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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:SMALL SIZE BIG MINDFACILITY NUMBER:
013423806
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MALYKA CHOPFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:200 PACKET LANDINGTELEPHONE:
(510) 496-9660
CITY:ALAMEDASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94502
CAPACITY: 64TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 64CENSUS: 0DATE:
06/30/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:25 AM
MET WITH:Malyka ChopTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
06:30 PM
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On Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:25 AM, Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Caroline Colson and LPA Liam Bucsko met with Applicant Malyka Chop and Administrative Becky Rygg for an announced Prelicensing Inspection for a new application for 40 preschool children from 2 years of age to 5 years of age, 12 Toddlers from 18 months to 36 months and 12 Infants from Birth to 24 months. A health and safety inspection in all areas accessible to children was conducted. The Infant and Toddler programs will operate Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The Preschool program will operate Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Physical Plant: The Preschool Component has 3 classrooms and outdoor areas with designated fenced. There are 3 toilets and 2 urinals for children. The staff bathroom is located in the gym which is located in the next building. There is adequate heating, lighting, and ventilation. There are no cleaning solutions, chemicals, or other hazards accessible to children. Per Applicant, there are no weapons at the facility.

Classrooms: Furniture and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There are separate storage areas for children’s belongings which are located outside. Drinking water will be provided in pitchers. Children do take naps at the facility. There are mats available for the children. Staff will sanitize cots every week. The facility provides two snacks. Parents will provide all lunches. Food Preparation Area is only located upstairs. The converted downstairs kitchen which is next to the infant classroom is only for changing infants diapers, washing hands and eating meals.

Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/30/2026
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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: SMALL SIZE BIG MIND
FACILITY NUMBER: 013423806
VISIT DATE: 06/30/2026
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Restrooms: Toilets and sinks are operable. There is soap, toilet paper and paper towels for sanitary use.

Classroom measurements:
LPA measured three (3) classrooms for the Preschool Component. The total indoor measurements for Preschool care and supervision is 1,145.64 square feet and will not accommodate Applicant's request for 40 children. The total indoor measurements for the Toddler care and supervision is 564.185 feet and will accommodate the Applicant's request for 12 children. LPA measured two (2) classrooms for the Infant Component. There are 3 infant cribs available. The total indoor measurements for the Infant care and supervision is 492.953 square feet and will accommodate for the Applicant's request for 12 children.

Outdoor Activity Space:
The outdoor play area is fenced by the building walls and walls are at least 4ft tall . There is enough age-appropriate equipment and toys. The play area has cushioning material underneath all outdoor climbing equipment. The entire play area has shade and play equipment. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Playground is free of debris and other hazards. Children have access to drinking water and will use water cups. The total outdoor play area measurements for the Infant outdoor play area is 2127.755 square feet which will accommodate Applicant's request for 12 children. The total outdoor play area measurements for the Toddler outdoor play area is 2,375.875 square feet which will accommodate Applicant's request for 12 children. The total outdoor play area measurements for the Preschool outdoor play area is 6,167.617 square feet which will accommodate Applicant's request for 40 children.

Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: SMALL SIZE BIG MIND
FACILITY NUMBER: 013423806
VISIT DATE: 06/30/2026
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Emergency Preparedness/Safety: Emergency Disaster Plan is dated and posted for review. The facility utilizes a landline Fire Clearance was received on February 9, 2026.
Sign in/Sign out: Applicant will be using an application for sign in and sign out and use a paper document as a back up plan.

Licensee 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 advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.

Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page 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.

Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: SMALL SIZE BIG MIND
FACILITY NUMBER: 013423806
VISIT DATE: 06/30/2026
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and ADA, available at http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

LPA reviewed with Applicant the LIC 311 A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

LPA discussed 100% supervision is always required in all areas that children have access to including the bathroom. Personal Rights, inspection authority, reporting requirements, maintaining buildings and grounds was reviewed. Staff Qualifications, Staff to Children’s ratios and Capacity was explained to ensure compliance. LPA discussed with Applicant any changes that may occur regarding the director or an employee acting in the director's absence must be reported to department within 10 working days.

Applicant 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.

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.

Please See LIC C for Additional Information
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: SMALL SIZE BIG MIND
FACILITY NUMBER: 013423806
VISIT DATE: 06/30/2026
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Exit interview was conducted with Applicant Malyka Chop

The following items are required before a license will be issued:

1. Applicant will need to purchase 4 pitchers for water in each classroom.

2. Applicant will need to submit updated facility sketches.
3. Applicant will need to submit update LIC 610 with all the location for smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.
4. Applicant will need to submit a current flu vaccine or flu waiver, Applicant and Operating and Record Keeping Orientation certificates.
6. Applicant will need to submit an updated Personnel Policies including Employee Rights, and include written report to licensing must be submitted within 7 days.
7. Applicant will need to hire a certified playground inspector and submit the report.
8. Applicant will need to submit a LIC 500 for each component.
9. Applicant will need to make sure that all 3 cribs have fitted sheets.
10. Management approval is needed for staff restroom which is located inside of the gym. 11. Applicant will need to purchase more chairs.
12. Applicant will need to purchase 4 First Aid Kits.
13. Applicant will need shade for the Toddler outdoor play area.
14. Applicant needs to purchase changing tables and mattresses that meet the regulation.
15. Applicant will need to ensure require documents are clearer for families to visual see.
16. Director will need to submit a clear health screening report.
17. Parent Handbook will need to be updated to reflect that volunteers are not apart of the ratio, state ages for each component, infant milk and storage and children who do not nap can sit in a quiet area or table.
18. Job Descriptions will need to be updated.
19. All handbooks need to show the same ages for all age capacities.
20. Admission Agreement will need to be updated to reflect Toddler fees and rates,
termination policies and change address located at the top right hand corner
21. Infant Equipment List - Please update infant list and toddler list.
22. Infant Needs Plan - Please include information in the handbook in the section regarding the LIC 9227.
23. Final LPM Approval needed.

Applicant submitted a waiver for the isolation bathroom.
Once we receive the above items, the facility can be licensed as a Single License facility.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2026
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