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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 384004110
Report Date: 06/11/2026
Date Signed: 06/11/2026 01:20:53 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/11/2026 01:20 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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME:CREATIVE GARDENSFACILITY NUMBER:
384004110
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
LAU, AGNESFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1429 VALENCIA STREETTELEPHONE:
(415) 577-8389
CITY:SAN FRANCISCOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94110
CAPACITY: 56TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 56CENSUS: 34DATE:
06/11/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Agnes Lau TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 6/11/2026 at 9:15AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Director, Agnes Lau. The purpose of today's visit was explained and was for an unannounced, annual-random inspection. Present was Director and 11 staff supervising 34 children. The children present had been signed-in by their guardian. This facility is a licensed preschool program with a toddler component. The day and hours of operation are Monday- Friday, 7:30AM- 6:00PM. The childcare program utilizes three classroom: Toddler; Preschool 1 and Preschool 2, and the shared outdoor play yard. LPA inspected facility for health and safety hazards.

At 9:30AM., LPA observed the following: The facility was neat and orderly with age-appropriate materials available for the children. All floor surfaces, including carpets and exit pathways, were clear of obstructions or hazards. The accessible furniture, playthings, and equipment inspected were in proper repair, free of sharp or pointed edges. The facility has labeled cubbies available for storage of children’s belongings. The facility was equipped with wall hooks for staff items. LPA observed several tables/ chairs, scaled to the appropriate size.

For nap/ schedule rest, the stackable cots are stored in each classroom. Per director, the napping supplies are taken by families to be laundered, weekly.

The bathrooms, located in each classroom, were maintained clean with soap and paper towels available for hand washing.

The LPA observed two diaper changing tables available for staff. Per director, staff disinfect area after each use. The trash bins used for disposal of solid waste had a tight fitted cover installed.

The cleaning detergents, spray bottles, and wipes were made inaccessible and stored out of reach to children in care. The facility had adequate ventilation, lighting, and were maintained at a comfortable temperature. The facility had a functioning telephone service; carbon monoxide detector; smoke detector (built-in); and fire extinguisher (2A10BC). (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Luis Gomez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/11/2026
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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: CREATIVE GARDENS
FACILITY NUMBER: 384004110
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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At 10:10AM., LPA inspected the outdoor play area. The areas were completely enclosed, with climbing structure properly anchored. There is absorbent material (turf/ sand) installed underneath. Regarding water services, refillable bottles are available for children to drink as they wish.
LPA advised director to ensure sand overflow from sandbox is collected and removed from pavement in outdoor play area. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102) was issued.

The kitchen/ food storage and preparation area was reviewed during inspection. The area was clean and free of litter and rubbish, and food items inspected were current.

At 10:30AM., LPA reviewed facility records including 4 children’s files and 2 personnel files. The staff files contained the: Notice of Employee Rights (LIC9052); Acknowledgement to Report Suspected Child Abuse (LIC9108); Teacher Qualification; Proof of Immunization; Personnel Record (LIC501) and proof of completed mandated reporter course (AB1207).

The children’s files were reviewed and included the: Consent for Medical Treatment (LIC627); Identification of Emergency Information (LIC700); Immunization Record; Physcian's Assessment; Notice of Parent's Right (LIC995); and Personal Right Form (LIC613A).

The staff member’s cpr/ first aid certification was current, expiring on: 8/2027.


Per director, the facility emergency disaster drills (Fire and Earthquake), were completed on: 3/10/2026 and logged.

The required posting are in facility lobby and include: License Certificate; Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A); AM/ PM Snack Menu; Personal Rights Form; and the CA Seat Belt Safety Laws Form. LPA advised director to post the waiver for rational use of outdoor space.

Per director, Isolation area for ill child is in the hallway/ lobby. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Luis Gomez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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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 BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: CREATIVE GARDENS
FACILITY NUMBER: 384004110
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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This facility provides does not Incidental Medical Services – IMS at this time. 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-care-centers/.

The director 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.

The director 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.



Based on today's inspection, no deficiencies were cited in the areas evaluated, according to Title 22, Division 12, Chap. 1 Ca. Health and Safety Code of Regulations. Exit interview was conducted including review of facility evaluation report (FER) with Director, Agnes Lau. The signature of this form acknowledges receipt of these documents.

This report and rights to comment were discussed. This report must be available in the facility file for public review. The Notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. The director was advised for additional questions to contact the San Bruno Regional Office, M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website: www.ccld.ca.gov

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Luis Gomez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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