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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198006406
Report Date: 02/11/2026
Date Signed: 03/03/2026 07:50:46 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:L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198006406
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
BYEONG KIMFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:743 S. GRANDVIEW STREETTELEPHONE:
(213) 388-7700
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90057
CAPACITY: 107TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 64CENSUS: 46DATE:
02/11/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Anna Martinez, Site SupervisorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:45 PM
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On 2/11/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Ruiz arrived at the facility noted above to conduct an unannounced annual random inspection. A risk assessment was conducted. LPA presented identification, explained reason for the visit, and provided the Entrance Checklist - Child Care Centers form (LIC 125) to Facility Representative. Anna Martinez and guided LPA Ruiz on a tour of the facility, both indoors and outdoors.

This is a preschool program that serves children ages 3 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place in each classroom. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed in accordance with Title 22 regulations, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. This is a preschool age program licensed for 107 children. Per the FR, there are 64 children enrolled. The facility does have a toddler option; however, Toddler Room was closed and has not reopened at this time. LPA will be notified of any change in regard to the toddler option.

Parents ring the doorbell located at the main entrance of the facility in order to gain access to the facility. A staff member will be present near the entrance to accept children. Facility does have cameras inside and outside and are live and recorded, but not recording sound. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

LPA observed 2 rugs at the entrance of the facility to be lifted on the corners, which poses a tripping hazard to children, parents, staff, and visitors. LPA advised FR to replace rugs or to secure the edges to the ground.

All children were observed by LPA to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. (Page 1 of 5)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Monica Ruiz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/11/2026
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: L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006406
VISIT DATE: 02/11/2026
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Storage for children's belongings was inspected and LPA observed children to have their own labeled cubbies to store their belongings in all classrooms. Facility provides children with paper cups for water and are allowed to drink freely at any time. Cups are filled on demand from a water pitcher located in each classroom. Water pitchers are refilled in the kitchen.

LPA observed toys and materials for children in the classrooms such as books, art supplies, blocks, dramatic play areas, sensory toys and manipulatives. Restrooms used by children were inspected for availability and good repair. All materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be toxic free.

There is an isolation room in the staff room, for a sick child to rest. Director stores a mat in their office to be used in the isolation area. Staff provide 100% supervision when an ill child is using the isolation area and/or restroom, and parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill, and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not accepted.

The facility provides breakfast, lunch, snack and water to children in care. The meals are prepared in the facility’s kitchen. Food menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request.

All kitchen, food preparation, and food storage areas are clean and free of litter, rubbish, and rodents, and other vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately.

At 11:15am, LPA Ruiz observed that the meat stored in the pre-school freezer was taken out of its original packaging and not labelled with the expiration date or repackaging date. LPA advised FR to ensure that the food stored in the school’s refrigerator and freezer is labelled with the name of the contents along with the product’s original expiration date on package and the date it was repackaged.

LPA reminded FR that staff food and beverages should be stored apart from the children’s food and beverages.

Facility Representative states that there are no poisons or firearms on the premises.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Monica Ruiz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
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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: L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006406
VISIT DATE: 02/11/2026
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First aid kits are located by the sinks in each classroom and outdoors. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed the facility to have operable carbon monoxide and smoke detectors located in each classroom.

The preschool has an outdoor play area that is fully fenced. FR states the preschool shares the playground with the church.

LPA observed 2 unprotected outlets on the preschool playground. One outlet, located by the outdoor sink had wires exposed. This poses an immediate risk to children in care. LPA informed FR that a type A citation will be issued for this violation.

LPA observed a wire running from a security camera on the playground to the building, wire is hanging low enough for a child in care to reach. LPA advised FR to ensure cables and wires are not hanging and accessible to children in care.

There is adequate shade in the play yard. Per FR children are on a rainy day schedule. LPA advised FR to maintain cushioning under outdoor equipment and to maintain a fall space around climbing equipment.

LPA reviewed facility roster and Disaster Drill log. Last drill was conducted 1/29/2026. LPA observed all required posted forms to be posted on the parent board in the hallway of the facility near the Director’s office and in each classroom.

At 12:00PM Staff Records and Children’s Records were reviewed. LPA observed children’s files reviewed to be complete. Inspection of required forms was made. Children’s files reviewed contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

LPA observed at least one person present during the inspection to be trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR. LPA reviewed staff files, including Health Screenings. Staff immunization records (Influenza, Measles, and Pertussis) were reviewed and observed all staff files to be complete.

LPA advised the FR to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Monica Ruiz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
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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: L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006406
VISIT DATE: 02/11/2026
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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.

FR 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.


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 outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
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 are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.PIN 22-05-CCP.

FR 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.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Monica Ruiz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
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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: L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198006406
VISIT DATE: 02/11/2026
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Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviewed, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

The deficiency listed on the following page was observed by the LPA and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. One type A deficiency is being issued today for regulation 1012238.2 (h) Physical Plant. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citation. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon their return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled child for the next 12 months. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt (LIC9224) shall be in each child’s file, acknowledging receipt.

Exit interview conducted and report reviewed with the Facility Representative (FR) Anna Martinez.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Monica Ruiz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/11/2026
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Created By: Monica Ruiz On 02/11/2026 at 02:40 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOL

FACILITY NUMBER: 198006406

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 02/11/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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Section Cited
CCR
101238.2(h)
Outdoor Activity Space
(h) Any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity area shall be made inaccessible to children in care. This shall include, but not be limited to, incinerators, air- conditioning equipment, water heaters and fuse boxes.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 electrical outlets on on the children's playground were uncovered, and 1 of 2 outlets had exposed wires, , which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/12/2026
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Facility Representative states they will have the exposed outlets covered today. FR states they will place a cover on the exposed wires and send pictures of completion to LPA by POC date. FR states staff will conduct a weekly facility plant check and will log any repairs or hazards, will submit work order for repair and protect children from coming into contact with any hazard area.
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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.
Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Monica Ruiz
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/11/2026


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Created By: Monica Ruiz On 02/11/2026 at 02:40 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: L.A. NEW TIMES WESTERN SCHOOL

FACILITY NUMBER: 198006406

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 02/11/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101227(a)(1)
Food Service
(1) All food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the amount of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 meat packs were stored in a plastic bag, and not labelled with contents or date, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/11/2026
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FR states they will immediately remove unlabelled meat and will replace meat and place a label describing contents, expiration date and date it was stored in bag, and send picture to LPA by the POC date. FR will review storage process with kitchen staff and will have kitchen staff submit signed declarations of storage processes to LPA by POC 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.
Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Monica Ruiz
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/11/2026


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