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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750195
Report Date: 04/24/2026
Date Signed: 04/24/2026 02:14:31 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/24/2026 02:14 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:SMART ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
197750195
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CECILIA LEEFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:6401 FOOTHILL BLVDTELEPHONE:
(323) 774-4110
CITY:TUJUNGASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91042
CAPACITY: 75TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 75CENSUS: 67DATE:
04/24/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:15 PM
MET WITH:Hee Jung Yoon, Facility RepresentativeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:30 PM
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On Friday, April 24, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Facility Representative who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility.

This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared.

LPA entered Panda classroom. LPA Garcia observed 9 children and 2 staff present providing care and supervision. 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 a cubby for children to store their personal belongings, and water jugs for children’s drinking water with disposable cups. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing and cots were being utilized for naptime.

LPA entered Puppy classroom. LPA Garcia observed 7 children napping and 2 staff present supervising the children. 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 a cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, water jugs and disposable cups were used for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/24/2026
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SMART ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750195
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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LPA entered Kitten classroom. LPA Garcia observed 9 children napping and 2 staff present supervising the children. 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 a cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, water jugs with disposable cups for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing, and 1 toilet used for the children in Kitten classroom.

LPA entered Deer classroom. LPA Garcia observed 19 children engaged in group activities and 3 staff present supervising the children. 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 a cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, filtered water dispensers and disposable cups for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing.

LPA entered Koala classroom. LPA Garcia observed 21 children napping and 3 staff present supervising the children. 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 cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, filtered water dispenser and disposable cups for drinking water. Cleaning supplies were not observed in the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a lid and a sink for hand washing.

Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling, along with split AC type located on the wall near the entrance of the facility. LPA observed the thermostats located throughout the facility. Temperatures on the thermostats read between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed 5 fire extinguishers located in classrooms and hallways throughout the facility and the valve on the required 3A-40-BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on June 18, 2025. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were not tested during this visit due to the children napping. Per facility representative she stated the alarm system is tested monthly during fire drills. Carbon monoxide detector is located in the kitchen, was tested and is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 4/17/26.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SMART ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750195
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms in a cabinet, out of reach to the children and in the hallway near the Koala classroom. LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per facility representative, Hee Jung Yoon, stated currently has no children with medication and there 5 children with food allergies.

LPA Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Facility representative stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Facility representative, Hee Jung Yoon stated the ill isolation area takes place in the Facility representative s’ office and children will utilize staff restroom.

There are 2 restrooms located in the back of the facility near the Elephant classroom, 1 inside the Kitten classroom and 1 restroom near the entrance of the facility. LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 6 toilets, 1 urinal, and 5 hand washing sinks that are utilized by the children. There is a staff restroom at this facility with 1 toilet and 1 hand washing sink.

LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. The outdoor play area is surrounded by metal gates on the hill sides and wooden panels that serve as retaining wall of the hill side. LPA Garcia observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space (concrete and artificial turf) is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed play structure and equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with artificial turf that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Garcia observed hip roof shade structures. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gate that leads to the parking lot closed with 2 high hook handlebars that need to be pulled down and pushed at the same time to access the parking lot. For outdoor water drinking, the children use outdoor drinking fountains accessible to the children and LPA observed a push bar drinking fountain and 1 hand washing station for outdoor hand washing.

This program provides am snack, lunch and dinner. Meals and snacks are cooked and prepared in the kitchen, by kitchen staff. LPA Garcia informed Facility representative Hee Jung Yoon that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SMART ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750195
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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 LPA 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. Menus were posted in the kitchen along with allergy lists. Lead testing was conducted on 12/08/22 and no lead exceedance.

The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 67 signatures.

LPA Garcia reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete.

LPA Garcia observed Facility representatives Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 6/28/25 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 1/13/26. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

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 21-21.1CCP).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

Safe Sleep – LPA Garcia 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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SMART ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750195
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 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

MyChildCarePlan.org –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.

Notice of Site Visit - A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Facility Representative, Hee Jung Yoon.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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