191671703-3-20-2026-54-CC-ACAR-DSCPHC-20260320111943

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191671703
Report Date: 03/19/2026
Date Signed: 03/20/2026 11:19:57 AM

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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:	OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	191671703
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	DOWELL,CAROLYN		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1300 EAST PALMER AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 603-0378
CITY:	COMPTON	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90221
CAPACITY: 75	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 46	CENSUS: 44	DATE:	03/19/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Required	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Marsha Oddie		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	03:00 PM

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ANNUAL/ REQUIRED INSPECTION CONDUCTED

On March 19, 2026, at 11:30 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) A. Carter and E. Lujan conducted an Unannounced Annual /Required Inspection and met with Facility representative (FR), Marsha Oddie. LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and were granted entry into the facility. The facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 75. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. There is a Kindergarten – 8th grade program on-site with separate classrooms and playgrounds from the preschool. LPAs were taken on a guided tour of both the indoors and outdoors of facility. Required postings were observed and Entrance Checklist was provided.

The facility has 6 classrooms where care is provided. (Rooms 1 & 2) 3year olds, had 1 teacher and 10 children. (Room 3) 2 & 3 year olds had 1 teacher, 1 aide and 9 children. (Rooms 5) 4 year olds, had 1 teacher and 12 children. (Room 6) 4 year olds had 1 teacher and 12 children. Room 4 is closed to children in care. Teacher child ratios were observed, and staff names recorded. There is a total census of 44 children and 5 teachers present. All staff present have obtained a criminal record clearance and are associated to the facility. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. The sign-in and out sheets were reviewed and in compliance. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA.

Beginning at 11:45 AM, furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Children napping equipment met the requirement regulation at time of inspection. Bedding is provided by the parents and taken home to be washed weekly.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Denise Gibbs
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Andrea Carter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2026

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: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703
	VISIT DATE: 03/19/2026

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Storage for children's belongings, bathrooms facilities, and isolation areas were inspected. The isolation area for children who are ill is Room 7, supervised and away from other children in care. LPAs observed a cot available for children if needed.
Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, safety, and sanitation. LPAs observed bathroom to have operable toilet/sink and adequate toileting supplies for children in care. There are 6 toilets and 6 sinks available for children’s use. No hazards observed. LPA observed cubbies with wooden toys, puzzles, books, and other appropriate toys to be clean and free of hazards at time of inspection. LPA observed carpets and age-appropriate tables and chairs in each classroom. LPA observed main first aid kit mounted in the hallway, and each classroom has a set of supplies.

Snack/lunch menus were reviewed and observed posted. Food is prepared in the elementary cafeteria and brought over to the preschool. LPA observed the kitchen area, food preparation area, and food storage area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. Drinking water is provided via water pitchers and disposable cups. LPA confirmed Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present and determined to be in operable condition. Fire extinguishers were observed as being serviced on November 6, 2025. Hazardous items including poisonous cleaning compounds were stored inaccessible to children. Disaster drill log observed, with last drill conducted on February 23, 2026, per observation.

Beginning at 12:10 PM, outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age-appropriateness. LPAs observed surface of outdoor play areas to be safe and maintained. LPAs observed toys available for children. Required shade and fencing were inspected. LPAs advised FR that the children need to be within direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. The children have access to drinking via water pitchers and disposable cups during outside play. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water; no bodies of water or hazards observed.

Children and staff records were reviewed. Children’s records were reviewed for completeness and documented on the LIC 857. Staff records were documented on the LIC 859. Role and responsibilities of being a Mandated Reporter was reviewed. 1 out of 5 staff present have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file, deficiency cited. There is at least one staff member trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. CPR card expires on 1/17/28 for Staff member #1. Facility has completed required lead testing on 7/1/23 and did not have any exceedances.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Denise Gibbs
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Andrea Carter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2026

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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: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703
	VISIT DATE: 03/19/2026

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The following were discussed:
LPA advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and to CCL within the time frame specified by the regulation, this includes any changes as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your location.

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.

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 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)

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-andresources/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: Denise Gibbs
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Andrea Carter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2026

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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: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703
	VISIT DATE: 03/19/2026

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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22- 02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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 the ADA, 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.

Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Marsha Oddie.
Appeal Rights Given

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Denise Gibbs
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Andrea Carter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2026

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Document Has Been Signed on 03/20/2026 11:19 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Andrea Carter On 03/19/2026 at 02:05 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: OPTIMAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 191671703
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/19/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.8662(b)(1)

Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 out of 6 staff did not have the required mandated reporter certificate on file, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/17/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Facility representative will have staff complete required training and submit to LPA as proof of correction by agreed upon date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

	Denise Gibbs
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Andrea Carter
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/19/2026

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