274416281-2-19-2026-07-CC-DBAS-DRFUDN-20260219142950

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 274416281
Report Date: 02/19/2026
Date Signed: 02/19/2026 02:30:04 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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	LAURA'S BARN PRESCHOOL AND CHILD CARE CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	274416281
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	LAURA H & EVELYN W		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	30 HITCHCOCK ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(831) 261-9897
CITY:	SALINAS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93908
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS: 22	DATE:	02/19/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Melissa Ordaz		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:35 PM

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On February 19, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Darnella Barnes conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. LPA Barnes met with Site Supervisor Melissa Ordaz, explained the purpose of the visit, and was granted access to the facility. The Site Supervisor was provided with the LIC125 Entrance Checklist. Present during the inspection were Ordaz, eight teachers, and twenty-two infants.

The facility operated Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The facility had two infant classrooms. Parents provided bottles and milk, including formula and whole milk. LPA observed bottles of milk and additional milk stored in the refrigerator. The bottles were labeled with the child’s name, date, time, and amount of liquid. The facility provided breakfast, lunch, a PM snack, and a go home snack for children who ate solid foods. LPA observed the kitchen. Meals were prepared in the kitchen using a microwave, refrigerator, stove, and oven. The sink had hot and cold running water. Filtered water was available during the day through dispensers.

LPA observed a built-in fire and smoke alarm in each classroom. LPA confirmed with the Site Supervisor that carbon monoxide detection was built into the system. The hallway contained the same combination system. Required postings were visible. The most recent fire drill was conducted on 1/7/26. LPA Barnes informed the Site Supervisor of the requirement to conduct and document fire drills at least once every six months. LPA Barnes observed 3A-40-BC fire extinguishers with a service date of August 13, 2025. An operating telephone was present. The Site Supervisor stated that no firearms were stored or present on the premises

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Darnella Barnes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2026

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: Darnella Barnes On 02/19/2026 at 02:01 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
, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LAURA'S BARN PRESCHOOL AND CHILD CARE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 274416281
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/19/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101439(h)(1)

Infant Care Center Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies

(h) Infant changing tables shall: (1) Have a padded surface no less than one-inch thick and be covered with washable vinyl or plastic. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Changing Table is missing padded surface.
	POC Due Date: 02/26/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Site Supervisor will provide documentation of Changing Table padding installed by the due date. Site Supervisor will also submit a plan of correction outlining how this issue will be prevented in the future

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

	Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Darnella Barnes
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2026

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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LAURA'S BARN PRESCHOOL AND CHILD CARE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 274416281
	VISIT DATE: 02/19/2026

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Site Supervisor 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.

LPA Barnes conducted an inspection of the indoor environment. The area appeared clean, safe, and well-maintained. Flooring was in good condition and free of tripping or slipping hazards. Toy containers had smooth edges, proper ventilation, and finger-safe lids. Each child was assigned an individually labeled storage space.

The infant sleeping area was separate from the indoor activity space. Cribs were clean, equipped with firm mattresses and tightly fitted sheets, and free of pillows, blankets, toys, bumper pads, or hanging objects. Each child had individual bedding that was not shared and was washed daily. Cots were covered with wipeable material, labeled and cleaned daily or as needed. Cribs, and cots were spaced to maintain clear walkways for safe movement and staff access. The Site Supervisor was reminded that children able to climb out of cribs must be moved to cots.

Diapering and hygiene areas were inspected. The areas were positioned away from food preparation areas and within arm’s reach of a sink. Two changing tables did not have padding of washable vinyl surfaces at least one inch thick, and a Citation B on the attached LIC 809D was issued. Walls, floors, and dispensers were disinfected after each use. Sinks used for washing infants or rinsing soiled items were sanitized after each use. All other areas inspected were organized, clean, and maintained.

Cleaning supplies and chemicals were stored in locked cabinets, separate from food and out of children’s reach. Floors were mopped and carpets vacuumed daily. Trash was disposed of in covered containers. The indoor temperature was recorded at 69 degrees Fahrenheit.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Darnella Barnes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2026

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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LAURA'S BARN PRESCHOOL AND CHILD CARE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 274416281
	VISIT DATE: 02/19/2026

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LPA Barnes reviewed five children’s files during the inspection. Each file contained the required documentation, including records of 15-minute sleep checks. The files also included a completed Infant Safe Sleep Plan for each applicable child, confirming that safe sleep practices were being followed and properly documented.

Parents digitally signed children in and out using the ProCare app. Each parent used a unique personal identification number (PIN) to complete the process electronically. All entries contained full legal names and accurate times of arrival and departure.

LPA Barnes reviewed staff files. The files included documentation of Mandated Reporter Training. LPA Barnes informed the Site Supervisor that Mandated Reporter Training is required every two years. LPA Barnes stated that at least one staff member is required to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification at all times. LPA Barnes stated that aides and assistants are required to remain under the supervision of a qualified teacher except during naptime or bathroom transitions.

During the outdoor inspection, LPA Barnes observed that all walkways, ramps, and stairs were free of hazards. The play area provided adequate shade and was organized to minimize the risk of injury. The outdoor space was fenced at least five feet high, was free of debris, and did not contain any accessible hazards or bodies of water.

First aid supplies were observed in an accessible location for staff and out of children’s reach.

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/.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Darnella Barnes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2026

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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LAURA'S BARN PRESCHOOL AND CHILD CARE CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 274416281
	VISIT DATE: 02/19/2026

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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 childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the Site Supervisor 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.

Site Supervisor 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..

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 inspection the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

During today’s inspection, a Type B” deficiency is issued on attached 809-D.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Supervisor Melissa Ordaz.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Darnella Barnes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2026

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