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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 566214280
Report Date: 04/29/2026
Date Signed: 04/29/2026 11:27:16 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/29/2026 11:27 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:CONGREGATION B'NAI EMET PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
566214280
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MELINDA SCHNEIDERFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:9 W. BONITATELEPHONE:
(805) 512-1734
CITY:SIMI VALLEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93065
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 8DATE:
04/29/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Melinda SchneiderTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On 4/23/2026, at 9:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seena Parsapour conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Director Melinda Schneider and explained the nature & purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The CCC operates Monday-Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm. The facility uses two (2) classrooms for preschool-aged children in care. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed eight (8) children under the care & supervision of two (2) cleared & associated staff members, which includes Director.

The CCC is clean and orderly. LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted prominently near the entrance of the CCC. LPA observed the daily schedule & menus posted near the entrance as well. LPA notes the CCC uses paper Sign In/Out logs, located near the entrance of the CCC. LPA notes the forms contained the arrival and departure times of children in care and well as the signatures of the children's authorized representatives. The classrooms have age-appropriate equipment and furnishings available to children in care. LPA observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, sharps, and other potentially hazardous items stored in areas inaccessible to children in care. Director informed LPA that medications are not stored on-site at the CCC. LPA observed a first-aid kit stored in the staff area. LPA observed smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide detector on site, one of which was tested at 10:11am and found operational. The CCC has a restroom available for children in care. The restroom for the use of children was observed by LPA in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. LPA notes parents provide lunches and snacks for their children in care, and the CCC maintains supplemental food on site for children should the need arise.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/29/2026
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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: CONGREGATION B'NAI EMET PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 566214280
VISIT DATE: 04/29/2026
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LPA notes the CCC outdoor play area is fully enclosed. LPA observed the entry/exit points to be secured. The footing in the outdoor play area is varied, and LPA notes that the outdoor play area for preschool-aged children is separated from that for infant-aged children. LPA observed age-appropriate toys & play equipment in the outdoor play area. The play equipment is free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. LPA notes that shade provided by trees & building structures is available in the outdoor play area, and that adequate cushioning exists at the base of play structures. LPA reminded Director that outdoor play equipment and furnishings should be replaced when such items begin to degrade or are no longer in good repair. No bodies of water were observed on site. LPA notes there is a fireplace bearing a glass cover inside one of the classrooms.

LPA reviewed a sampling of six (6) children’s records of the children present at the time of the inspection. The children’s records reviewed were found to be current & complete. LPA reviewed staff records for staff present during the inspection, which were found to be current & complete as well, including AB1207 compliant Mandated Reporter Training certification, and EMSA approved Pediatric 1st Aid & CPR Training Certification, among other required documents. LPA notes the most recent disaster drill at the facility occurred on 3/02/2026. The CCC maintains a current facility roster listing children in care. No firearms or ammunition are stored on site.

This facility does not currently provide 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-care-centers/.

CCCs constructed before January 1, 2010, are required 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 notes the facility’s drinking water was most recently tested for lead on 2/14/2024 with a passing result. Director informed LPA that drinking water cups are provided to children in care, and a water fountain is available in the outdoor play area for the use of children in care. (CONT. 809-C, Page 3)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: CONGREGATION B'NAI EMET PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 566214280
VISIT DATE: 04/29/2026
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in HSC 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.

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.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. Director was provided a copy of their Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days or a $100 civil penalty may apply. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Melinda Schneider.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
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