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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304270318
Report Date: 08/31/2026
Date Signed: 08/31/2026 02:05:06 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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME:CATALYST KIDS-HEIDEMANFACILITY NUMBER:
304270318
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MORENO, ERIKAFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:15571 WILLIAMS STREETTELEPHONE:
(714) 834-0441
CITY:TUSTINSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92780
CAPACITY: 105TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 49CENSUS: 0DATE:
08/31/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:50 AM
MET WITH:TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:15 PM
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On 08/31/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Navar conducted an on-site inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with Facility Representative Kathleen Orozco, and together they toured the facility indoors and outdoors. LPA then met with Center Manager Nury Balmaceda and continued the inspection. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 3 school age staff and 0 school age children. Facility representative stated that children do not start arriving until 1:45p.m.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary indicated that all staff and individuals requiring caregiver background checks have obtained the required criminal record clearances or exemptions.

During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staff to child ratios. Facility hours are 7:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Parents sign in and out using an app called Catalyst Kids Hubbe App. Each family member is given a personal 4-digit code to access signing in and out that records the name and time of day child is singed in/out.

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Thuy Ho
Karen Navar
DATE: 08/31/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/31/2026
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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-HEIDEMAN
FACILITY NUMBER: 304270318
VISIT DATE: 08/31/2026
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Indoor activity areas were observed to be clean, safe, and well maintained. All detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other potentially hazardous items were stored out of children’s reach. No poisons or hazardous materials were stored on the premises. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. Food is prepared on site; facility provides a super snack to children in care. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. There is drinking water available to children indoors by means of a water jug and cups. Children bring sports bottles/cups with their name on them that can be refilled as needed with water. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary; children do not nap this facility is an after school program.

The facility conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, with the most recent fire drill documented on 08/26/2026. A working carbon monoxide detector and operable fire extinguisher were present. All required postings were observed, including the California Child Passenger Safety Law at the entrance. LPA reviewed LIC 125 with the director, covering required child records, personnel records, administrative records, and mandatory postings. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary, and well maintained on this date.

4 (four) staff files were reviewed. Required health screenings and immunizations were present. As required by H&S Code 1597.622, staff must be immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of pertussis and measles immunization was observed and found to be compliant. At least one staff member present possessed a current EMSA-approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification, expiring 09/30/2027. As required by H&S Code 1596.8662, all directors and employees must complete mandated reporter training every two years. All 4 (four) staff files reviewed were in compliance.



5 (five) children’s files were reviewed and found to be complete, current, and compliant.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Thuy Ho
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Karen Navar
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/31/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/31/2026
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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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-HEIDEMAN
FACILITY NUMBER: 304270318
VISIT DATE: 08/31/2026
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The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground is enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height and is in good repair. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material around outdoor play equipment was made from rubber material and appeared to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water was readily accessible outdoors through water jugs and cups. Children refill cups as needed. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The inspected outdoor facility grounds are safe, sanitary and in good repair.

LPA verified the facility completed lead testing on 5/02/2022. 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 licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP).

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/.

Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act (http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm) were provided. The Site Supervisor was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness . Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Thuy Ho
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Karen Navar
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/31/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/31/2026
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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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-HEIDEMAN
FACILITY NUMBER: 304270318
VISIT DATE: 08/31/2026
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Center Manager was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout

Center Manager r 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.

LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Center Manager Nury Balmaceda. A Notice of Site Visit was issued and must remain posted on or immediately adjacent to the interior side of the main door for 30 days.

A survey will be sent to the email address provided to improve the quality and value of the inspection process. If there are questions regarding the process or tools, contact inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. Additional information can be found at the Community Care Licensing Division website.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Thuy Ho
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Karen Navar
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/31/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/31/2026
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