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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198020760
Report Date: 05/07/2025
Date Signed: 05/07/2025 01:06:56 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/07/2025 01:06 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE LEARNER'S EXPLORATION ACADEMYFACILITY NUMBER:
198020760
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CHRISTINA GUDINOFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:11345 MILLER ROADTELEPHONE:
(562) 906-9998
CITY:WHITTIERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90604
CAPACITY: 18TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 13CENSUS: 10DATE:
05/07/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Director, Christina GudinoTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:15 PM
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On 5/7/25 at 9:15am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monica Ruiz and Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPAs met with Director, Christina Gudino, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Director guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. This is an infant program which is currently licensed for a capacity of 18 children and operates Monday – Friday from 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM. Per Director there are 11 children enrolled.

Census was taken at 9:45am, during the tour of the facility. LPA observed 4 staff caring for 10 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. LPA confirmed all individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance. All children were observed by LPAs to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected and the following was observed:

All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that furniture and equipment are age-appropriate and in good repair, and the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. LPAs observed 3 infants to be sleeping in the cribs in the napping room (Rovers Room). LPAs observed two of the three infants to be wearing sleep sacks, with their arms free. Director states that parents have provided the sleep sacks and requested they be used during nap time. Safe sleep regulations were discussed- LPAs advised director to request a waiver for the usage of sleeping sacks. LPAs observed there to be an Infant Rocker in the Rovers room folded and lying against the wall. Director states that the rocker is used to sooth an infant while a teacher changes a diaper or washes their hands. LPAs informed director that the incline rocker has been recalled. LPAs observed Director remove the incline rocker from the premises.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/07/2025
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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LEARNER'S EXPLORATION ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020760
VISIT DATE: 05/07/2025
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Parents provide formula and bottles. Availability of drinking water was reviewed. The children have their own bottles with their names written on them. Children bring bottles from home and are allowed to drink freely at any time. Water bottles are refilled as needed by the facility. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. Bottles, dishes, and containers were labeled with infants’ names; dates were visible on all children's bottles and other refrigerated items. LPA Ruiz advised Director that all Infants need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision, of the teacher(s) at all times. LPA observed toys and materials for children in the classroom. Per Director, the office is used as an isolation area. Per Director, staff provide 100% supervision when ill child is using the isolation room, 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 being accepted.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Assistant Director states that there are no poisons, weapons, or firearms on the premises. First aid kits were located in each classroom.

Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Per Director, preschool has their own land line. LPA observed a fire extinguisher. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were operable on this day. The facility has an outdoor play area that is fully fenced along the perimeter. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. LPAs observed a Step 2 play structure against the fence and advised Director to move the structure away from the fence to allow for a safe fall space. LPAs observed Director move the Step2 play structure away from the fence. There is adequate shade in the play yard. There are safe toys, play equipment and materials observed for children outside on playground.

Changing tables are within an arm’s reach of a hand washing sink. Toys were observed to be clean. Napping equipment including cribs, cots and bedding were inspected for good condition. Per Director, crib sheets are provided by the parent and changed daily. Storage for children's belongings were inspected and LPAs observed children to have their own cubbies to store their belongings.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/07/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LEARNER'S EXPLORATION ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020760
VISIT DATE: 05/07/2025
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Sign-in and Sign-out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPA reviewed facility roster and Disaster Drill log. Last drill was conducted on 4/18/25

Staff Records and Children’s Records were reviewed. 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. LPAs observed sleep logs for the infants to be recorded using the Bright Wheel app. Staff files reviewed had current mandated reporter training certificates and at least one staff member was present with pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training from the American Red Cross.

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

Facility representative 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.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/07/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LEARNER'S EXPLORATION ACADEMY
FACILITY NUMBER: 198020760
VISIT DATE: 05/07/2025
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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-andresources/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.

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-carecenters/. Page 5 of 6

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.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Christina Gudino.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Roxana Lopez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/07/2025
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