The applicant is requesting to increase the licensed preschool capacity to 96 children, ages 2 years to 6 years, to be housed in classrooms 52, 80, 81, and 82. The previously approved capacity for these rooms was 72 children. Preschool Director Yerania De Leon stated that the program intends to convert to a full-day preschool operation. The LPAs reminded Preschool Director Yerania De Leon that any changes involving classrooms, capacity, or use of space must be submitted to and approved by the Fresno Child Care Licensing office prior to implementation.

The LPAs inspected classrooms 52, 80, 81, and 82. All rooms were observed to be clean, orderly, and free of toxins. Furniture and equipment were safe, age appropriate, and in good condition. Shelving units were properly anchored to prevent tipping hazards. Each classroom contained sufficient tables, chairs, cubbies, mats, and toys for preschool children. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were installed in the central ceiling areas of each classroom and appeared to be functioning properly.

Drinking water is readily accessible indoors through drinking fountains, a water dispenser with disposable cups, and children’s personal water bottles. The facility provides breakfast and lunch, which are delivered from the central district office’s kitchen. Parents may also provide food from home.

The LPAs reminded Preschool Director Yerania De Leon that classroom furniture must be arranged to prevent tipping hazards and to ensure full visual supervision of children at all times.

• 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.

The total usable indoor square footage for classrooms 52, 80, 81, and 82 is 3,413 square feet. Adequate indoor storage space for children’s belongings was observed. The LPAs reminded Preschool Director Yerania De Leon that children’s equipment must match the licensed capacity.

The LPAs observed seven toilets, six sinks, and four urinals available for preschool children. These restrooms are located adjacent to classroom 52. A staff restroom is located in the school’s main office. The designated isolation area for ill children is located in the nurse’s office in the main office.

The preschool outdoor area is fully fenced with fencing at least four feet high. The total outdoor activity space measures 9,324 square feet, which is sufficient for the requested capacity of 96 children. Shade is provided by trees and umbrellas. The playground contains age-appropriate toys and equipment, including two climbing structures designed for children ages 2 to 5 years, both of which are properly anchored. Adequate cushioning within fall zones is provided by rubber pour surfacing. Drinking water is available through a water fountain. All hazardous items on the playground were observed to be inaccessible to children.

The LPAs reminded Preschool Director Yerania De Leon that any operational or structural changes to the preschool outdoor area must be reported to Child Care Licensing for review and approval.

A fire clearance approving a capacity of 96 preschool children was received on August 20, 2026, from the Tulare County Fire Department.

The LPAs reminded the Facility Representative that all adults age 18 and older who supervise, provide care, or have contact with children, except as otherwise permitted under Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to being present in the facility. Failure to comply will result in a civil penalty of $100 per day, up to five days, or up to thirty days for repeat violations.

The LPAs reviewed LIC 311A with Preschool Director Yerania De Leon, which includes preschool child records, personnel records, administrative records, and required postings. The LPAs also provided information regarding the MyChildCarePlan.org website, which connects families to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies. Preschool Director Yerania De Leon was reminded to subscribe to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, and other important communications available through the Community Care Licensing Division website.

The shared restroom waiver and the playground waiver are pending review and approval. Both waiver requests were submitted during today’s inspection. The Preschool Director was informed that the waiver requests must be reviewed by Child Care Licensing Management before approval.

A license for 96 preschool children will be issued once the final file review is completed and the shared restroom waiver and playground waiver have been approved.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection, in accordance with Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with Preschool Director Yerania De Leon. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.