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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197407841
Report Date: 02/18/2026
Date Signed: 02/18/2026 03:58:54 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:CHILDREN'S PLACE, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
197407841
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		JENNIFER RICHARDSFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1215 CRENSHAW BLVDTELEPHONE:
(310) 328-6313
CITY:TORRANCESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90501
CAPACITY: 59TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 59CENSUS: 25DATE:
02/18/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:50 AM
MET WITH:Jennifer Richards - DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:05 PM
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On 02/18/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cristina Castellanos conducted an unannounced 3-Year Required Inspection at the above-referenced facility. Upon arrival, LPA Castellanos was greeted by J. La Barbera and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the facility, both indoors and outdoors, was conducted. LPA observed a total of 25 children in care, supervised by four (4) fingerprint-cleared staff members. Shortly thereafter, Director Jennifer Richards arrived at the facility.

The preschool program, which includes a toddler component, operates from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. LPA observed the following teacher-to-child ratios:

· Toddler Classroom: 1 child supervised by 1 staff member

· Preschool Classroom: 24 children supervised by 3 staff members

The facility was operating within its licensed capacity and limitations at the time of inspection. All children were under supervision, including visual supervision, at all times. Staff-to-child ratios were in compliance with Title 22 regulations. Parents sign children in and out using their full legal signatures.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/18/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/18/2026
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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CHILDREN'S PLACE, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197407841
VISIT DATE: 02/18/2026
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There are no bodies of water on the premises. No firearms or ammunition are stored or permitted on site. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous items were observed to be inaccessible to children.

LPA observed two (2) fully charged fire extinguishers, three (3) smoke detectors, and two (2) operational carbon monoxide detectors in the classrooms. A fully stocked First Aid Kit was observed inside a classroom cabinet.

All toilets and handwashing facilities were in safe, sanitary condition. Floors were clean and free of hazards. Age-appropriate toys, books, and furnishings were available and in good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts.

Outdoor play equipment was also in safe condition. The outdoor activity space was free of hazards, and cushioning material was present in areas surrounding climbing structures, swings, and slides.

The facility provides snacks only. Parents supply meals for their children, consistent with dietary restrictions and allergies. LPA observed the allergy list posted in both the classroom and kitchen, as well as the snack menu posted in the kitchen. Food preparation and storage areas were clean, free of litter and pests, and all food was properly protected from contamination. Solid waste containers had tight-fitting lids and were in good repair. Drinking water was readily available both indoors and outdoors.

Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption.

At least one staff member trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present whenever children are in care or participating in off-site activities. Most staff members hold current CPR/First Aid certification, expiring 08/27/2027. LPA further discussed the importance of making sure that all Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid training is EMSA approved.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2026
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: CHILDREN'S PLACE, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197407841
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Director 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 requires licensed Child Care Centers built before January 1, 2010, to test drinking and food-preparation water for lead contamination by January 1, 2023, and every five years thereafter. Facilities licensed after July 1, 2022, must test within 180 days of licensure. The facility completed required lead testing. Water samples were collected on 12/27/2022, and a compliance report was received on 01/03/2023. LPA verified compliance with Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

The facility provides Incidental Medical Services - IMS. LPA reminded facility to ensure that all medication is stored with all necessary LIC forms. All prescription and nonprescription medication shall be centrally stored in accordance with the following requirements: medication shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to the children in care, each container shall have an unaltered label. 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/.

LPA reminded the Licensee to regularly access the Community Care Licensing website (www.ccld.ca.gov) for Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep information, Lead Poisoning Facts, forms, and regulations. CCLD distributes important updates through PINs and program newsletters.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, no deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. The facility received Advisory Notes – Technical Assistance for further review.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Director Jennifer Richards. A copy of the report was provided. A Notice of Site Visit was issued and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting requirements may result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Cristina Castellanos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/18/2026
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