During today’s inspection, LPA observed a total of 17 children in care with 2 staff present. Census by room was as follows:

• Challenger Room: 17 children with 2 Fully Qualified Teachers

The facility was operating within proper ratios and capacity. Program operates Monday to Friday from 6:15AM to 6:15PM during the summer.

LPA toured the classroom. Furniture, toys, books, and materials were observed to be safe, age-appropriate, and in good repair. Rooms had adequate heating, lighting, ventilation, and comfortable temperature. Drinking water was readily accessible to children throughout. All hazardous items and cleaning supplies were stored inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detector was tested and operational.

Bathrooms and handwashing stations were inspected and found to be clean, sanitary, and in good working condition. All fixtures, including toilets, sinks, and ventilation, were functioning properly, and supplies such as soap and paper towels were adequately stocked.

Food service was reviewed. The facility provides breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and an evening snack. Food storage and preparation areas were clean and sanitary. Refrigerated foods were stored at 45°F or below. Menus were posted and maintained for 30 days. Solid waste containers had tight-fitting lids.

• 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.

LPA reviewed a sample of children’s records and found them to be complete including admission agreements, immunization documentation, and medical assessments. Staff files were reviewed for qualifications, health screenings, immunizations, CPR/First Aid certification, and mandated reporter training. At least one staff member onsite held current CPR and First Aid certification. Criminal background clearances and exemptions were verified for all required individuals.

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.

Sign-in/out procedures were observed using paper logs.

Medication storage was reviewed in the director’s office. All medications were stored properly and inaccessible to children.

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/.

Emergency preparedness was reviewed. The most recent disaster drill was conducted on July 31, 2026. There is an isolation area for any ill children which is located in director’s office.

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.

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.

No deficiencies cited during today's visit. See LIC 9102 for technical violations/assistance discussed.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Wendy Hernandez.

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