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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 566217046
Report Date: 06/25/2026
Date Signed: 06/25/2026 02:09:52 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/25/2026 02:09 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL & CAMPFACILITY NUMBER:
566217046
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		JUDY PENROSEFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:4974 COCHRAN ROADTELEPHONE:
(805) 527-7764
CITY:SIMI VALLEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93063
CAPACITY: 245TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 245CENSUS: 119DATE:
06/25/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Cheryl CurtisTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:30 PM
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On 6/25/2026, at 9:30AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Seena Parsapour and Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPAs met with Facility Representative Cheryl Curtis and explained the nature & purpose of the inspection. LPAs, in the company of Facility Representative, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The CCC is open Monday-Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm. At the time of the inspection, LPAs observed one hundred nineteen (119) children under the care & supervision of twenty-three (23) staff members (cleared & associated). The single-license facility currently uses one (1) classroom for infants, one (1) classroom for toddlers, and eight (8) classrooms for preschoolers. LPAs note today’s inspection is also to address a requested change of capacity from 245 to 232 children.

The CCC is clean and orderly. LPAs observed required licensing forms and documents posted prominently in the CCC. LPAs observed daily activity schedules and menus posted prominently as well. LPAs note the CCC uses electronic Sign In/Out logs via ProCare software. The classrooms have age-appropriate play equipment and furnishings available to children in care. LPAs observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, sharps, and other potentially hazardous items stored in areas inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed first-aid kits stored in each classroom. LPAs observed & tested a dual smoke & carbon monoxide detector in Classroom #03 at 10:15am and found it operational.

LPAs observed restrooms for the use of children in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Facility Representative informed LPAs snacks are provided for children in care, lunches are provided on Fridays, and parents provide lunches for children on Mondays-Thursdays. LPAs observed refrigerators used to store individually labeled bottles for infants in care. Facility Representative advised LPAs that milk & formula is provided by the parents of infants in care. (CONT. 809-C, Page 2)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/25/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/25/2026
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: PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL & CAMP
FACILITY NUMBER: 566217046
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2026
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Facility Representative informed LPAs that filtered drinking water is used for consumption/food preparation for infants & children in care. LPAs observed the Outdoor Activity Schedule and Waiver Letter posted prominently at the CCC. LPAs notes the CCC outdoor play area is fully enclosed, and that age components have their own designated outdoor space. LPAs observed the entry/exit points to be secured. The footing in the outdoor play area is varied and includes composite cushioning at the base of play structures. LPAs observed two (2) pools in the outdoor area and found them to be compliant with Title 22 regulations. LPAs observed age-appropriate toys & play equipment in the outdoor play area. The play equipment is free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. LPAs note that natural shade is provided in the outdoor area by trees. LPAs reminded Facility Representative that outdoor play equipment and furnishings should be replaced when such items begin to degrade or are no longer in good repair.

LPAs reviewed a sampling of children’s records, and found them to be current & complete. LPAs note the most recent disaster drill at the facility was conducted and documented on 5/27/2026. The CCC maintains a current facility roster listing children in care. No firearms or ammunition are stored on site. LPAs reviewed a sampling of records for staff members present during the inspection. During records review, at 12:05pm, LPAs determined that current AB1207 compliant Mandated Reporter Training Certification records were not on file for Staff #01 (S1), S2, and S3. LPAs discussed with Facility Representative, who is serving as interim Director due to the recent Director leaving the CCC, who confirmed their understanding of the requirement to maintain current & complete mandated reporter training certification on file for staff. A Technical Violation (TV) was issued. During records review, at 12:05pm, LPAs determined that immunization records were incomplete for Staff #01 (S1), S2, and S4. LPAs discussed with Facility Representative, who confirmed their understanding of the requirement to maintain current & complete immunization records on file for staff. A Technical Violation (TV) was issued.

LPAs measured Classrooms #03, #14, & #15, as well as the outside play area for infants. LPAs inspected the restrooms and sinks made available to children in care.

The CCC is requesting to decrease the overall capacity to 232 children, and to modify individual capacities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers based on changing operational needs. The CCC is requesting 40 infants ages 6 weeks – 18 months in Classroom #14, 24 toddlers ages 18-24 months in Classroom #3, and 168 preschoolers ages 2-5 years in Classrooms #1-8.

(Cont. 809-C, Page 3)

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

DATE: 06/25/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2026
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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: PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL & CAMP
FACILITY NUMBER: 566217046
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2026
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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.

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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16.

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.).

LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPAs referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information)

• CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES

LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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. LPAs also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for and removing any 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/. (Cont. 809-C, Page 4)

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

DATE: 06/25/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2026
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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: PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL & CAMP
FACILITY NUMBER: 566217046
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2026
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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.

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.

Fire clearance was granted by the Ventura County Fire Department on 6/24/2026 for capacity of 232 children. Change of capacity (decrease) is pending Licensing Program Manager (LPM) approval.

No deficiencies were issued during today’s inspection. Facility Representative 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Facility Representative Cheryl Curtis.

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

DATE: 06/25/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2026
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