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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197495624
Report Date: 09/29/2025
Date Signed: 09/29/2025 12:30:49 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/29/2025 12:30 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:SING IN CHINESE PRESCHOOL NORTH TORRANCEFACILITY NUMBER:
197495624
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LYNN TIENFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:18749 CRENSHAW BL.TELEPHONE:
(310) 957-2258
CITY:TORRANCESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90504
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 0DATE:
09/29/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:01 AM
MET WITH:Lynn TienTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:45 PM
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On 09/29/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brittany Lovest and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Deborah Lowe met with facility representative/ Director Lynn Tien. The purpose of the visit was an announced pre-licensing inspection at the facility to ensure that health, safety and personal rights as requires by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. There no children present during this inspection. This is an application for 30 children, of which 12 are toddlers ages 18 months – 36 months and 18 preschool ages 2 years to entry into 1st grade. The childcare center will operate Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The fire clearance was approved on 07/18/2025.

LPA Lovest and LPM Lowe toured and measured the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. The facility has a total of 4 classrooms. Children will have access to 2 sinks and 2 toilets.

Toddler Classroom measurements are:

The Indoor total measurements contain a total of 414.35 square feet, which will accommodate Applicant’s request of 12 toddlers.

Preschool Classroom measurements are:

The Indoor total measurements contain a total of 551.24 square feet, which will not accommodate Applicant’s request. Maximum preschool capacity is 15.

Outdoor Play measurements are:

Outdoor total measurements contain a total of 1511.42 square feet, which will not accommodate Applicant’s full capacity request. Maximum outdoor capacity is 20 children. There is one outdoor play space. The facility has submitted an outdoor waiver requesting Toddler and Preschoolers share yard at alternating times.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brittany Lovest
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/29/2025
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: SING IN CHINESE PRESCHOOL NORTH TORRANCE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495624
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2025
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Indoor/Children’s Area:

Toddler Indoor activity space for infants shall be physically separate from space used by children in the child care center.

All indoor passageways, stairways, open porches and other areas of potential hazard were observed to be free of obstruction. The childcare center was observed be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean.

Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Tables and chairs were observed to meet the needs of the children. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age appropriate. LPA and LPM observed individual permanent or portable storage space for children’s clothing, personal belongings and/or bedding in the hallway leading to classrooms. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, were observed to be free of toxic substances.

Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. LPA advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.

Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure.

The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. LPA and LPM observed containers used for storage of solid waste, including moveable bins, have a tightfitting cover that is kept on; in good repair; leakproof and rodent-proof. LPA and LPM did not observe any fireplaces or open-faced heaters accessible to children in care.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and poisons were observed to be inaccessible with the use of child proof latches on all cabinets.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brittany Lovest
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
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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: SING IN CHINESE PRESCHOOL NORTH TORRANCE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495624
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2025
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LPA and LPM observed first-aid kit with current edition of a first-aid manual, sterile first-aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, and antiseptic solution. First Aid Kit will be stored and made inaccessible in classroom 3.

The isolation area shall be located in the director’s office. Isolation restroom will be the adult restroom located across from the director’s office.

Carbon monoxide detectors were observed in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed to be in good working condition. All child care centers shall have working telephone service on the premises.

LPA and LPM advised Smoking is prohibited on the premises of a childcare center as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.795(b). A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a childcare center in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 1596.846(b) and (c).

Napping:

Nap mats were observed in good condition (new) and in the quantity to accommodate requested capacity.

Changing Tables

Have a padded surface no less than one-inch thick and be covered with washable vinyl or plastic. Have raised sides at least three inches high. Be maintained in good repair and safe condition. While in use, be placed within arm's reach of a sink. Not be located in the kitchen/food-preparation area.

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Rooms 1 and 2 were observed with a jack-n-jill style bathroom and room 3 and 4 were observed with a jack-n-jill style bathroom. Each bathroom has one sink and one toilet available for children. Hot water was not observed available in sinks. Room 3 / Room 4 restroom was observed with a changing table that folds from the wall. Changing table was observed to be anchored and within arms distance to a sink.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brittany Lovest
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
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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: SING IN CHINESE PRESCHOOL NORTH TORRANCE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495624
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2025
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Outdoor:

Facility has one outdoor area available and is requesting for toddler and preschool children to share at alternating times. No high climbing equipment was observed. Outdoor area was observed with grass and a canopy used for shade.

The playground was observed to be enclosed by a fence and the fence was measured to be at more than four feet high.

Area between church shed and gate was observed as a blind spot, applicant placed a child gate during visit to make area inaccessible.

No pools or other bodies of water were observed. Per Director Lynn there are no bodies of water, water sources, or firearms on the property.

Health Related Services:

Medications shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to children. A refrigerator shall be used to store any medication that requires refrigeration.

The licensee shall develop and implement a written plan to record the administration of prescription and nonprescription medications and to inform the child's authorized representative daily when such medications have been given.

Food Service:

Facility does not have access to a kitchen; all children will bring their own snacks and lunch from home.

Postings:

Postings were observed on the wall in the hallway near room 1. LIC610 will be updated with relocation sites away from facility. Other postings observed, LIC 613A (9/96) PUB 393 (8/02), Child Care Center Notification of Parents' Rights Poster, LIC9148 earthquake checklist, and child passenger restraint system flyer.

LPA and LPM advised the licensee shall reveal each child care center license number in all advertisements in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.861.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brittany Lovest
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
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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: SING IN CHINESE PRESCHOOL NORTH TORRANCE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495624
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2025
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The following items were discussed:

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

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-and-resources/safe-sleep, as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative 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.

LPA reviewed with facility representative the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brittany Lovest
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
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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: SING IN CHINESE PRESCHOOL NORTH TORRANCE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197495624
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2025
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Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

The following correction is needed before licensure will be considered. Corrections are due by 10/03/2025.

· Update LIC 610 with two relocation sites away from facility in case of emergency.

An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of appeal rights and this report was provided to the facility representative/ Director Lynn Tien. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager and correction of the above issue.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Loyce Phillips
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Brittany Lovest
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2025
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