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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 010211849
Report Date: 09/05/2025
Date Signed: 09/05/2025 04:07:43 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/05/2025 04:07 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
OAKLAND SOUTH EAST, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:ELMHURST DAY CARE & PRE-SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
010211849
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		ESCOTO, MARILYNFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:380 ELMHURST STREETTELEPHONE:
(510) 786-1289
CITY:HAYWARDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94544
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 40CENSUS: 0DATE:
09/05/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:45 PM
MET WITH:Marilyn EscotoTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:15 PM
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On September 5, 2025, at 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection and met with Director Marilyn Escoto. LPA disclosed the purpose of the visit and toured the facility, inside and outside, to conduct a health and safety inspection. There were no children present during this inspection. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM.

All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained the required clearances or exemptions and are associated with the facility. LPA verified the census; however, no children were signed in on the sign-in/out sheet at the time of inspection. Staff and children’s files were not reviewed today, as no children are currently enrolled.

At approximately 2:00 PM, LPA inspected the classroom. The center was in ratio, and the classroom was arranged to allow staff clear visibility of all activity areas. Low shelves were used to divide learning spaces, promoting children’s independence in selecting and returning materials. Soft flooring (rugs) was observed in play areas, and all floors were clean and well maintained. Each child has an individual designated storage space for personal belongings. The isolation area for children who become ill is located in the director’s office, separate from the main program areas. All required postings were observed in an area accessible to parents and staff.

The facility is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, which were tested during the inspection and found to be operational. Additional emergency and safety equipment includes a working telephone, first aid kits, emergency backpacks, and multiple fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers mounted throughout the center, all of which meet State Fire Marshal standards. “Although no children are currently enrolled, the facility conducted a disaster drill within the past six months, during the summer session when children were present.”

See 809-C

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elimika Woods
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/05/2025
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
OAKLAND SOUTH EAST, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: ELMHURST DAY CARE & PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 010211849
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Food Service
The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the children. Weekly menus were observed posted at the facility. The kitchen area is kept off-limits to children in care. LPA inspected the refrigerator area for any evidence of rodents or pests, and none were observed. LPA reminded the director that all staff involved in food preparation and service must maintain proper personal hygiene and adhere to food sanitation practices to ensure food is protected from contamination. All solid waste containers were equipped with tight-fitting covers and observed to be in good repair.

Bathrooms
The staff bathroom is located in the hallway of the main building and is separate from the school-age children’s bathroom, which is located outside the classroom. LPA tested all faucets and toilets by flushing and running water, confirming that they were in proper working order. Sufficient supplies, including soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue, were available at the time of inspection.

Outdoor Play Area
The outdoor playground was observed to be fully fenced and free from defects or hazardous conditions. The area includes canopies that provide shade for children while at play, as well as playground equipment designed for school-age children. The playground features a swing set anchored to the ground with cushioning material placed underneath to absorb falls. A climbing and slide structure was also observed with appropriate cushioning to prevent injury. All play equipment was age-appropriate and in good repair. Two locked sheds, used to store playground equipment, were located in the yard and observed to be secured.


California Law requires Child Care Centers licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child's parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. The director was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com.

See 809_C.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elimika Woods
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2025
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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
OAKLAND SOUTH EAST, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: ELMHURST DAY CARE & PRE-SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 010211849
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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Lead Testing – Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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. 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

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.

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.

There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with director Marilyn Escoto.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elimika Woods
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/05/2025
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