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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192003022
Report Date: 05/21/2025
Date Signed: 05/21/2025 12:20:20 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORPFACILITY NUMBER:
192003022
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CATHERINE CHUFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:401 W. LAS TUNAS DRIVETELEPHONE:
(626) 282-3771
CITY:SAN GABRIELSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91776
CAPACITY: 32TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 32CENSUS: 3DATE:
05/21/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:06 AM
MET WITH:Catherine ChuTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 05/21/2025, at 09:00 am ,Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shushanik Safaryan conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Facility Representative , Catherine Chu, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program which operates Monday through Friday from 08:00 am to 6:00PM. Program consists of 2 classrooms. Per Facility Representative there are 3 children enrolled.

LPA observed all required forms/publications posted by the front visible to the parents .
During the visit three children were dropped off .Per Director , since not too many children enrolled, she does not have any staff member present. Per licensee, children dropped off from back parking lot. LPA observed sign in sheets next to the entrance. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Entrance leads to the classroom #1, where LPA observed small tables, chairs, colorful mats. Classroom #2 used as an indoor play area. The classrooms furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Children have access to the two bathrooms from classroom #1.All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available in the facility.
Napping equipment and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Napping equipment observed to be mats. Storage for children's belongings was inspected.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Shushanik Safaryan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/21/2025
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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022
VISIT DATE: 05/21/2025
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LPA observed smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPA observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher with the service date 05/17/2024. Facility representative states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.

There is a small kitchen in the facility , separated by the door and child safety gate. Facility representative stated children bring their own snacks and lunch, and kitchen is not in use. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors, children bring their own water bottles too.

The office area and staff restroom are used for the ill children. Mat available upon request.

Next LPA toured the outdoor play area. Children pass through the parking lot to enter gated outdoor play area. Per Facility Representative children supervised all the time. In the outdoor play area , LPA observed person cleaning outdoor yard. LPA observed leaning wooden gate at the end of the yard and replacement next to it . Per Facility representative they are in process of fixing a gate. Facility Representative stated yard gets cleaned before children play outside.

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.

LPA was unable to review staff files. Director was unable to locate files.

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

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Shushanik Safaryan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/21/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022
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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.

Facility Representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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 childcare 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).
Facility Representative was not able to present proof of lead testing. Licensee stated she will investigate information requested and submit correction.

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.

Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (Deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.
The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative.
An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this report along with Notice of Site visit , Deficiency pages and Appeal Rights were explained and provided to the Facility Representative , Catherine Chu on 05/21/2025.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Shushanik Safaryan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/21/2025
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Document Has Been Signed on 05/21/2025 12:20 PM - It Cannot Be Edited


Created By: Shushanik Safaryan On 05/21/2025 at 11:28 AM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: SINWA EDUCATION INSTITUTE CORP
FACILITY NUMBER: 192003022

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/21/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and recors review ,the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Facility Representative did not do lead testing ,which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/04/2025
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Licensee stated she will conduct the testing and notify LPA by POC date .
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Personnel Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observations, interview, records review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee was not able to find her records to provide to LPA for the review, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/04/2025
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Licensee stated she will find it and have it ready for departments review, LPA will be notified for follow up inspection visit.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Brandi VanOosten
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Shushanik Safaryan
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/21/2025


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