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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191890338
Report Date: 06/23/2026
Date Signed: 06/23/2026 12:26:52 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:LUCIA RIVERA EARLY LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191890338
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MONICA BARAHONAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:233 N BREED STTELEPHONE:
(323) 263-3846
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90033
CAPACITY: 54TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 48CENSUS: 35DATE:
06/23/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:25 AM
MET WITH:MONICA BARAHONA, site supervisorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:45 PM
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On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Site Supervisor Monica Barahona. Site who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 54 children which operates Monday – Friday from 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM. Per the Site Supervisor there are 48 children enrolled. There is an infant license on site #198019116. Preschool and Infant licenses are conducted in physically separate areas both indoors and outdoors. Sign in and out takes place in each classroom. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared and at least one person present who is trained in pediatric first aid/CPR is present.

LPA entered the Preschool classroom. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet shelf making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA observed the cots to be used for napping. LPA observed children’s personal items to be in individual cubbies. LPA then entered the Young Preschool classroom. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the cabinet shelf making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA Perry observed step trash bins with a lid for trash. LPA observed children’s personal items to be in individual cubbies.

Heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Perry. LPA observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling via mini splits. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classrooms, kitchen and hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Staicy Perry
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/23/2026
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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LUCIA RIVERA EARLY LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191890338
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2026
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May 29, 2026. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The carbon monoxide detector is in the classrooms and LPA Perry tested and heard the sound and is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 6/22/26.LPA observed sleeping cots to be in good condition. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and outside and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes. During this visit, site supervisor stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Perry asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons or bodies of water. The site supervisor stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Site Supervisor stated the ill isolation area takes place in the Site Supervisors office and children utilize the staff restroom. Lead testing was conducted on 5/21/2022 and no lead exceedance.

LPA Perry entered the outdoor play area. LPA Perry observed the playground to be fenced all around with barb wiring. LPA Perry observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Perry observed play equipment to be age appropriate and areas around or under climbing equipment, are cushioned. Play yard was observed to have sand. Sand was observed to be clean and free of hazards, flies, insects and droppings. For adequate shade, LPA Perry observed roof shade structures. LPA observed a trash bin with a lid. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs. LPA also observed a play structure that is age appropriate.

This program provides breakfast, lunch and p.m. snack. Meals and snacks are prepared on site. LPA Perry informed Site Supervisor that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Perry observed water jugs and cups in the classrooms. LPA Perry observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents. Facility uses a food program called IFS.

The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area front lobby: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. Lead results were observed to be posted. LPA Perry reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and were observed to be complete and staff files were complete.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Staicy Perry
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
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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 CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LUCIA RIVERA EARLY LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191890338
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2026
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LPA Perry observed Site Supervisor Monica Barahona Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification from American Heart Association expires 6/2028, and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination. Site Supervisor has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training and expires 1/13/2027. Site Supervisor was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

Site Supervisor 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.



CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES 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. LPAs referred licensee 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)

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/.

Site Supervisor 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.

No deficiencies issued on this date. Facility is in compliance with Title 22 regulations.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were provided.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Staicy Perry
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
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