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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191604266
Report Date: 11/20/2025
Date Signed: 11/20/2025 03:29:44 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/20/2025 03:29 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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:JOURNEY OF FAITHFACILITY NUMBER:
191604266
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		NANCY KIMFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1243 ARTESIA BOULEVARDTELEPHONE:
(310) 374-0583
CITY:MANHATTAN BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90266
CAPACITY: 165TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 165CENSUS: 98DATE:
11/20/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:20 AM
MET WITH:Nancy KimTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:50 PM
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On 11/20/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tyra Chavies, conducted an unannounced Annual/ Random visit at Journey of Faith- Preschool Center. LPA toured the facility indoors and outdoors with director, Nancy Kim. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA Chavies confirmed the phone number is: (310) 374-0583 and email address: nancy.kim@journeyoffaith.com. There were 98 children in care being supervised by 11 Staff members.

LPA toured inside and outside the facility. The preschool classrooms are located in two different buildings, building E and building D. To access the main entrance (Building E) a key fob is needed. This facility has 10 classrooms. In Building E there are the: Blue Bumble Bee Room, Yellow Bumble Bee Room, Red Tiger Room, Green Bumble Bee Room, Traditional Kindergarten Owls, Red Starfish Room, Blue Starfish Room and Green Starfish Room. In Building D there are the: Traditional Kindergarten Turtles Room, Purple Starfish Room and the Pre- Kindergarten White Tigers Room. All classrooms are being used. LPA toured the classrooms and bathrooms. Indoor furniture and equipment are free of sharp, loose and/or pointed parts. During the tour LPA, advised director that several classroom/bathroom ceilings must be repaired. LPA also advised director that bathroom must be in good condition during childcare hours.  LPA observed age appropriate toys, books, creative art work and cubbies in primary care areas. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. This facility does have pets (amphibian) in certain classrooms. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and the smoke alarms can be accessed throughout both buildings. LPA inspected and verified that there is a 2A10BC fire extinguisher on the premises.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karren Starks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/20/2025
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: JOURNEY OF FAITH
FACILITY NUMBER: 191604266
VISIT DATE: 11/20/2025
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Per director, there are no bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous items are made inaccessible to children in care. LPA advised director that all non- prescribed medication must be made inaccessible to children in care. All poisons are kept in a locked storage area. There is currently no Incidental Medical Services (IMS) been given at this time.

LPA toured the outside space. There is a parking lot separating both buildings. Director advised LPA that children attending classes in building D will walk around the parking lot with adult supervision to access the playgrounds in building E. There are four playgrounds at this facility. Playground #1 is currently not in use. The director advised LPA Chavies that infants and toddlers are currently using Playground #3, Playground #4 is used for 2 year olds and Playground #2 is being used for 3 and 4 year olds. LPA observed age-appropriate toys, bikes and areas around climbing equipment for cushioning material to absorb falls. LPA advised director that the cushioning material in playground #3 and #4 will need to be replaced. There are sandboxes at the facility. Director advised LPA that the sandboxes are cleaned by facility crew and that a water/bleach spray is applied when cleaned. Sandboxes are usually cleaned every morning before use.

Director advised LPA that the facility does provide Lunch and AM/PM Snacks. Parents may bring their own meals as well as AM/PM snack. LPA did observe kitchen area. Pesticides are not being stored in food storerooms, kitchen areas, food-preparation areas, or areas where kitchen equipment or utensils are stored. LPA advised director that other similar toxic substances should not be stored where there is food storerooms, kitchen areas, food-preparation areas, or areas where kitchen equipment or utensils are stored. LPA also advised that all food taken out of the original packing shall have expiration dates placed on new packing.

Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors upon request. Per Title 22, A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karren Starks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2025
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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: JOURNEY OF FAITH
FACILITY NUMBER: 191604266
VISIT DATE: 11/20/2025
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LPA received Lead Testing Results from June 2023 and test results confirmed there is no fixture showing an exceedance over 5.5 ppb. The facility is in compliance.

POSTING REQUIREMENTS: License and other relevant notices are visible for public view and correctly posted on the wall (Facility Sketch, PUB 394, PUB 269, Menus, LIC613A, LIC 610A,). Fire and disaster drills are being conducted as scheduled every month.

CHILDREN'S RECORDS: LPA Chavies reviewed 10 children's files. All files currently have all required Forms (LIC 700, 701, 995E, 627, LIC 9227)  and immunization records. LPA advised director that LIC 995 and LIC 9227 should be clipped out and given to the parent. LPA also advised director that for each nonprescription medication, the licensee shall obtain, in writing, approval and instructions from the child's authorized representative for the administration of the medication to the child.

STAFF'S RECORDS: LPA Chavies reviewed 5 staff files. All files currently have all required forms ( LIC 501, 503, 508, 9052) and Finger print clearance. One or more persons have received a First Aid/CPR certificate. LPA advised director that several staff must retake the Mandated Reporter Training in order to stay in compliance. LPA also advised the director regarding Education Verification for certain employees.

The following were also discussed with the director:
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.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karren Starks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2025
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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: JOURNEY OF FAITH
FACILITY NUMBER: 191604266
VISIT DATE: 11/20/2025
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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.

Commencing September 1st, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a childcare facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Law enacted by SB 277, beginning January 1st, 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into childcare or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint.

A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.

When regulations are approved/changed/updated, providers will be notified through Provider Information Notice (PIN). 

Per Title 22 of the California Codes of Regulations, the facility is being cited for the following: Technical Violations. ( Please see LIC 9102)

An exit interview was conducted with Director, Nancy Kim.

A copy of this report was read and given to Director as well as LIC 9213 (Notice of Site Visit form.)

 LIC 9213 is required to be posted for 30 days.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karren Starks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyra Chavies
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/20/2025
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