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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 566214398
Report Date: 04/17/2025
Date Signed: 04/17/2025 10:45:10 AM

Substantiated


STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
01/30/2025 and conducted by Evaluator German Negrete
PUBLIC
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 17-CC-20250130154913
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
566214398
ADMINISTRATOR:LYDIA FEDORAKFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1690 E. MAIN STREETTELEPHONE:
(805) 652-1609
CITY:VENTURASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93001
CAPACITY:55CENSUS: 46DATE:
04/17/2025
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Lydia FedorakTIME COMPLETED:
10:05 AM
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Child may have been bitten by dog at facility
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On 4/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) German Negrete conducted an unannounced inspection at Little Tree Preschool to deliver the findings of the above mentioned complaint allegation, received by the department on 1/30/2025. LPA met with Director Lydia Fedorak, LPA toured the center with director inside and out. LPA observed 46 children and 6 staff providing care and supervision.

The investigations included reviewing facility Unusual Incident Reports(UIRs), staff interviews , staff record review, parent interviews of both current and previously enrolled children, as well as two unannounced inspections by LPA. Furthermore, LPA reviewed the staff handbook, electronic communications between parentand director. LPA’s observations are also included in this investigation.

Continued on LIC9099-C
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Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: German Negrete
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
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Control Number 17-CC-20250130154913
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION 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: LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566214398
VISIT DATE: 04/17/2025
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Regarding the allegation, child may have been bitten by dog at facility . LPA interviewed multiple parents. The interviews revealed, most parents have observed a dog at the facility and these parents also stated, they believe this dog belongs to the director. Additionally, two of the parents interviewed stated they’re child is afraid of the dog. Also, most parents stated they would recommend this child care center.

During LPA record review of UIRs, LPA discovered one UIR that was self reported by the facility to Child Care Licensing (CCL) on 1/30/2025. The UIR states, on 01/27/2025 , the parent(P1) of C1 approached director. The parent(P1) of C1 stated, C1 was bit by a dog, and is fearful of Directors husband, alleging possible cause of harm to C1. P1 is alleging, C1 feels unsafe and/or afraid.

As mentioned, LPA conducted staff and witness interviews. Every staff who was interviewed stated they have observed directors dog at the facility during daycare hours. However two witnesses (W#1 and W#2) stated, they have observed directors dog bark at children. Furthermore W#1 and W#2 continued to state they have observed the aforementioned dog “nibble” at children. Also W#1, W#2 and W#3 stated they have observed children being scared and/or anxious around director’s dog.

Through record review, LPA verified staff qualifications and mandated reporter certificates(AB1207). LPA found most staff have a current mandated reporter certificate. However LPA discovered, one staff did not have a current AB1207 certificate(see LIC809).

Based on LPAs' observations, interviews, and documents collected during the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, Allegation #1 is SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, is being cited on the attached LIC-9099D.

Exit interview was conducted, report was read to Director.

Appeal rights was provided.

Notice of site visit was given to director and must remain posted on a prominent public area for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: German Negrete
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
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Control Number 17-CC-20250130154913
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION 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: LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566214398
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/17/2025
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
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DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
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04/25/2025
Section Cited
CCR
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a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:

(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs.
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Child care center(facility) will remove direcor's dog, when children in care are present at facility.
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Based on LPA interviews, and documents collected during the investigation, the above mentioned regulation was not met. LPA discovered, directors dog was present during operational hours. Directors dog nibbled on daycare children.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: German Negrete
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
01/30/2025 and conducted by Evaluator German Negrete
PUBLIC
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 17-CC-20250130154913

FACILITY NAME:LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
566214398
ADMINISTRATOR:LYDIA FEDORAKFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1690 E. MAIN STREETTELEPHONE:
(805) 652-1609
CITY:VENTURASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93001
CAPACITY:55CENSUS: 46DATE:
04/17/2025
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Lydia FedorakTIME COMPLETED:
10:05 AM
ALLEGATION(S):
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An electrical pole is accessible to children in the playground.
INVESTIGATION FINDINGS:
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On 4/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) German Negrete conducted an unannounced inspection at Little Tree Preschool to deliver the findings of the above mentioned complaint allegation, received by the department on 1/30/2025. LPA met with Director Lydia Fedorak, LPA toured the center with director inside and out. LPA observed 46 Preschool children 6 staff providing care and supervision.

The investigations included reviewing facility Unusual Incident Reports(UIRs), current and former staff interviews, staff record review, parent interviews of both current and previously enrolled children, as well as two unannounced inspections by LPA. Furthermore, LPA reviewed the staff handbook and LPA’s observations are included in this investigation.
Continued on LIC9099-C
Unsubstantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: German Negrete
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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Control Number 17-CC-20250130154913
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION 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: LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566214398
VISIT DATE: 04/17/2025
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LPA conducted staff interviews. Every staff stated they have not observed a electrical pole in the play yard. Also Director sated, there is no electrical pole into the children’s play yard.

LPA also conducted parent interviews. Every parent stated they have not observed any electrical poles inside the children’s play yard.

LPA also reviewed the staff handbook. LPA verified on page 21 of the staff handbook, it provides guidelines for staff on how to create a safe environment for children in order to prevent injury.

As stated LPA conducted two unannounced inspections. During these inspections LPA completed a tour inside and outside the facility. LPA did not observe any electrical pole inside the children’s play yard.

Although the above allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated.

Exit Interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Lydia Fedorak.

Notice of site visit was given to director and must remain posted on a prominent public area for 30 days

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Tolentino
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: German Negrete
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2025
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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