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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 147750002
Report Date: 04/24/2026
Date Signed: 04/24/2026 12:22:00 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/24/2026 12:22 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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:ICOE- ELM ST STATE PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
147750002
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KATHLEEN DUNCANFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:800 W ELM ST BLDG ATELEPHONE:
(760) 873-5123
CITY:BISHOPSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93514
CAPACITY: 20TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 9DATE:
04/24/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:30 AM
MET WITH:Marie Morris and Kat DuncanTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On May 21, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ana Rodriguez conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection at the facility. Site Supervisor Marie Morris welcomed LPA and granted access for the inspection. LPA toured the facility alongside Marie, following the facility sketch. At the time of the visit, 9 children were present, supervised by the supervisor and two assistant teachers. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Site Supervisor Marie Morris stepped out of the facility at 12:00pm. LPA continued the visit with Director Kat Duncan.
Staffing Ratio and Capacity: The facility includes one classroom, a staff restroom, a children's restroom, a small kitchen, and an outdoor play area. The teacher-to-child ratio was observed to comply, and children's care and supervision were found to be appropriate.
Physical Environment: Furniture and equipment were age-appropriate and in good condition. Heating, lighting, ventilation, and telephone service were all operational. Parents/guardians properly maintain sign-in sheets. Each child has a designated storage space for personal items. Drinking water is accessible through personal water bottles. Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and a fire extinguisher were present and functional, meeting Fire Marshal standards. A fully stocked First Aid kit and trash cans with tight-fitting lids were observed.
Napping: Children nap on individual mats daily from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., and napping materials are cleaned weekly on Monday.
Kitchen and Food Services: The kitchen was clean and equipped with a refrigerator, freezer, and microwave. The school cafeteria provides food for qualifying students. The facility supplies a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Ana Rodriguez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/24/2026
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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: ICOE- ELM ST STATE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 147750002
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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Allergy lists are posted in the kitchen (on the refrigerator) and kept in each child’s file. All food preparation areas were clean and free of debris. Chemicals and cleaning supplies are stored separately in the staff restroom, secured by a safety gate. No knives were present; plastic utensils are used to prepare food. The menu is posted at least one week in advance and are available for parent review. The facility participates in a food program. Outside food is allowed for children who bring their own lunches.
Emergency Preparedness: Emergency drills are conducted at least twice a year. The most recent drill occurred on 4/24/26
Restrooms: The children’s restrooms contain age-appropriate toilets and sinks in good working order. The girls’ restroom has one functioning toilet and sink, and the boys’ restroom has the same. Both restrooms are stocked with toilet paper, hand soap, and paper towels. On-site staff clean and restock the restrooms regularly.
Medication: A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with the parent’s and physician permission. The facility teachers pass out medication. Medication is labeled correctly and stored in its original container. Medication must be kept locked and inaccessible to children in the staff office. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive with a no-touch thermometer and an overall wellness check. The isolation area is at the back of the classroom, away from the rest of the children, where a teacher will remain with the child until the parent come.
-The facility does not provide transportation for the children.
-The facility's lead testing was completed on 4/5/23. The facility passed the lead test.
-The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was checked for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. There is an approved waiver for the playgrounds. Four playground areas are shared on rotation with the other facilities on campus. Play yard#1 has large, anchored play equipment with a slide, play yard #2 has a tricycle track, play yard #3 has small play equipment that is anchored in sand, and play yard #4 is not accessible. Two areas in the playground have drainage covers for when it rains, due to the dip in the ground, to reduce flooding. The facility will continue to provide 100% supervision outside the playground. Children are provided with tap water via individual drinking bottles. There is an adequate shaded area for rest. The playground is well-fenced, all around, and no bodies of water were observed in the outdoor play area.
Records/Documentation: LPA reviewed with the facility representative the LIC 311A, records to be maintained at the facility, for the child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and parent board. All other records comply.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Ana Rodriguez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: ICOE- ELM ST STATE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 147750002
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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The following general information was discussed during this inspection:

-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.). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA 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)

-LPA 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. LPA 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/.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Ana Rodriguez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: ICOE- ELM ST STATE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 147750002
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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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.


No deficiencies are being cited at this time, the facility complies with Title 22

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative Kat Duncan

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Ana Rodriguez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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