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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197418055
Report Date: 07/16/2026
Date Signed: 07/16/2026 01:15:41 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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197418055
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MARICRIS GOMEZFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:14113 ROSCOE BLVD.TELEPHONE:
(818) 891-6197
CITY:PANORAMA CITYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91402
CAPACITY: 50TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24CENSUS: 23DATE:
07/16/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Director, Diane SeamTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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On July 16, 2026, at approximately 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melissa Zaragoza conducted an unannounced, annual inspection. LPA met with the director, Diane Seam, and explained the purpose of the visit.

Little Angels Preschool is a preschool age program Childcare Center. The preschool program operates in two classrooms, The Pre Kinder Class (ages 4 to 5 years old), and The Preschool Class (ages 3 to 4 years old). Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. Present during LPA's visit was the director, 23 preschool children, and 3 staff. Program is operating within capacity limits and ratio during LPA's visit.

LPA observed 3 staff members missing criminal record clearance on file. Per the director, staff complete their background checks through the archdiocese. LPA reviewed the Archdiocese Live Scan documentation and observed that they complete a DOJ check only. LPA reminded the director of the Department’s of Social Services laws and regulations, on criminal record clearance requirements. LPA informed the director that criminal record clearances must be processed through Guardian and they shall complete the required live scan form, LIC 9163, that checks for DOJ, FBI, and KAKI. LPA issued 1 Type 1 deficiency with a Civil Penalty of $300 dollars for having unfingerprinted adults working with children at the facility.

LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, for health and safety hazards. Classroom includes a variety of toys and materials that were in good condition. LPA observed classroom to have age-appropriate furniture, equipment, and materials. LPA observed cleaning materials stored in high shelves or off limit area, inaccessible to children in care. Page 1 of 4.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Rita Ramos
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Zaragoza
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/16/2026
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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Created By: Melissa Zaragoza On 07/16/2026 at 12:19 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
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418055

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
HSC
1596.871(c)(1)(A)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having 3 staff present without criminal record clearance which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/17/2026
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As a plan of correction, staff memebers will complete a background check as soon as possible and will not returned to the childcare center, until cleared.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Rita Ramos
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Melissa Zaragoza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/16/2026


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Created By: Melissa Zaragoza On 07/16/2026 at 12:19 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
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418055

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2026

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:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having mandated report training certifiactes for any staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/30/2026
Plan of Correction
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As a plan of correction the director will assure all staff working with children will complete their mandated reporter training certificate and LPA will be provided with proof.
Section Cited
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Rita Ramos
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Melissa Zaragoza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/16/2026


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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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418055
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2026
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Per director, children nap while they are in preschool. LPA observed children’s cots inside the classrooms. Per director, cots are wiped down weekly. Per director, the children’s families provide the sheets and blankets. Per director, sheets and blankets are taken home weekly for wash.

The childcare center is equipped with fully charged fire extinguishers and first aid kits. LPA observed Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors in the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors were tested during visit and was observed to be working. LPA was unable to test smoke alarm, due to alarm being wired with the entire building. Storage for children's belongings is inside the classroom. Children's cubbies are labeled with children's individual name on it. LPA did not observe any accessible poisons or chemicals in the classrooms.

There are bathrooms inside the classrooms children can use. Bathrooms for children were observed to be clean. The sinks and toilet were in working condition. Bathroom was equipped with appropriate sanitation products. LPA observed no cleaning solutions, poisons, and other hazardous materials accessible to children in the bathroom.

The program does not provide food service. Per director, children’s families pack 2 snacks and a lunch from home. Outdoor areas are entirely enclosed and fenced. LPA observed outdoor play areas to have shade. LPA observed a play area to have grass and cushion flooring. LPA observed toys and material to be in good condition. Per director children are provided with water bottles for drinking water and children refill them in the classroom. LPA observed filtered water in classroom.

Program uses a form for parents to sign in and out for their sign in/sign out system. Children were properly signed in during LPAs’ visit. LPA observed licensing posters and required documents to be properly posted. The program’s last disaster drills was conducted on 06/2026.

LPA reviewed facility staff records. LPA reviewed children’s facility records which were complete and had all required documents. Children's records have emergency information on file. Staff on site have a current CPR/First Aid certification. LPA observed staff to be missing mandated reporter certification. LPA reminded director, Mandated reporter training certification must be completed and must be renewed every 2 years. LPA issued 1 type B deficiency.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Rita Ramos
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Zaragoza
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026
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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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418055
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2026
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Director was reminded all staff hired are required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com.

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

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, 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.

Per director, the childcare center tested for lead water 3 years ago. Per director, they do no prepare food at the facility or have drinking water fountains.

LPA's discussed the safe sleep regulations with director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage athttps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed director 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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Rita Ramos
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Zaragoza
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026
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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 NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197418055
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2026
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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. 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/.

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.

LPA Melissa Zaragoza informed the director, Diane Seam, that this report dated 07/16/2026 documents 1 Type A citation. Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

Also, LPA Melissa Zaragoza informed the director, Diane Seam, to provide a copy of this licensing report 07/16/2026 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

There is 1 Type A deficiency issued with a civil penalty of $300 dollars and 1 Type B deficiency issued during today's visit.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were provided.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Diane Seam.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Rita Ramos
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Zaragoza
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/16/2026
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