During the inspection, several key facility items were observed and updated where necessary. These included the facility's license, the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148), the Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393), Personal Rights (LIC613A), the Child Car Seat Law notice, and the menu of snacks provided by the center. LPAs observed a child enrolled in the toddler component commingling with the children enrolled in the preschool component without an approved waiver from the Department. As a result, a deficiency will be issued.

Staff-to-child ratios were observed to be 4 staff present with 22 children. Classrooms were adequately equipped with age- and size-appropriate furniture and materials, ensuring a safe and hazard-free environment. Director Winter confirmed that no weapons were present on the premises.

There were no accessible bodies of water on-site. The director is aware that any wading pools or similar products must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. Drinking water was available both indoors and outdoors by outside water fountains, and water bottles available to enrolled

• 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.

Medications, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous materials were stored in locations inaccessible to children, while poisons and toxins were securely locked away. However, disinfectants were observed stored in an unlocked classroom storage cabinet accessible to children in care. As a result, a deficiency will be issued. The facility’s floors were observed to be safe and clean, and bathroom facilities were sanitary and in proper working condition. At least one potty chair is available for every five potty-training infants/toddlers. The playgrounds were enclosed by a secure, six-foot-tall wrought iron fence surrounding the perimeter of the center. The fencing included self-closing gates and was free of hazards. Outdoor activity areas contained age- and size-appropriate equipment in good condition.

The food preparation area was clean, free of litter and pests, and all food was properly stored to prevent contamination. Storage containers for solid waste had tight-fitting covers, which were kept on and in good repair.

The sign-in/sign-out records were reviewed and found to be compliant with regulations. Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months, with the most recent drill occurring on 05/15/2026. A review of staff and children’s records was conducted as part of this evaluation. LPAs reviewed seven children’s records of which two children did not have results of a test for tuberculosis. Staff records reviewed confirmed that all present staff met the minimum qualifications for their respective positions. Six of six of staff files reviewed on site held current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, with expiration dates recorded. Both the opening and closing staff members also had valid CPR/First Aid certifications. The Director has completed Health and Safety Training. Additionally, a review of staff records confirmed that all facility staff and other individuals requiring caregiver background checks had received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the tour, LPAs observed Volunteer 1 (V1) walking in the facility and tending to the facility playground without direct supervision from the licensee or a facility employee with a criminal record clearance or exemption. When asked, Director Winter reported that V1 has not obtained a child abuse central index clearance or exemption. As a result, a Type A deficiency will be cited and a civil penalty assessed and a fine of $500.00 will be issued.

The director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as

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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred licensee (or facility representative) to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information).

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES, OR

This facility provided Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed medication storage of equipment/supplies and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA compliance was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY), and the link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA" available at https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

The director was informed about the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education resource that HELPS families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

LPA reviewed reporting requirements with the Director, emphasizing that any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported within 24 hours via phone and within seven days in writing. Reports may be submitted by calling the Duty Officer at (951) 782-4200 or emailing UnusualIncidentReportsDO10@dss.ca.gov.

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The Director was asked to update and submit the following documents to licensing within 30 days, if applicable:

· LIC 500 Personnel Report

· LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan

· Parent Handbook, Program Curriculum, Admission Policies & Procedures, and Fee Schedule (if changed or more than two years old)

· LIC 309 Administrative Organization (if changed or more than two years old)

· LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (if changed or outdated)

LPA Peebles and LPA Romero informed director, Karen Winter that this report dated 07/27/2026 document(s) one (1) of Type A citation Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

Also, LPA Peebles and LPA Romero informed the director to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 07/27/2026 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child’s file for verification.

See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.

A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.