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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192006509
Report Date: 11/17/2025
Date Signed: 11/17/2025 04:29:32 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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:WIZ CHILD CENTER (INFANTS)FACILITY NUMBER:
192006509
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		UGARTE, OLIVIAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:119 W. ARBOR VITAETELEPHONE:
(310) 671-4246
CITY:INGLEWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90301
CAPACITY: 13TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 12CENSUS: 11DATE:
11/17/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:05 PM
MET WITH:Geraldine HaleTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:40 PM
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On 11/17/25  at 1:05PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Luz, met with Licensee Geraldine Hale and conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection.  Also present were four staff and 11 children. The facility is within capacity and ratio compliance today. LPA provided licensee the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125) and the facility was toured indoors and outdoors for a Health and Safety Inspection. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am until 5:00pm.  Wiz Child Center with preschool (197403701) and school age (197493245) licenses are located on the neighboring property, 121 W. Arbor Vitae Inglewood, CA 90301.

All classrooms were inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, and adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed furniture and equipment are in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. LPA observed sufficient toys and play materials in good condition. Form of discipline used at the facility is talking with the child.

LPA inspected the napping equipment and observed them to be stored in a healthful manner. Bedding is provided and washed daily by the facility. The infants at the center currently sleep on cots due to their developmental ability. 15 minute sleep checks are conducted and documented.

LPA observed changing tables within an arm reach of a sink. One of two changing tables is missing a padded surface no less than one-inch thick and be covered with washable vinyl or plastic. Licensee ordered a replacement changing table mat.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Betty Bell
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/17/2025
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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIZ CHILD CENTER (INFANTS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 192006509
VISIT DATE: 11/17/2025
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LPA observed floors and surfaces were free of debris and hazards, the presence of a fully functional carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector/fire alarms, and a fully charged fire extinguisher that is accessible throughout the facility. All cleaning solutions/poisons are kept in the kitchen, inaccessible to children in care. No poisons were observed to be accessible to children during the inspection. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first-aid kit that is available in the classrooms. The isolation area for when a child is sick is the office.

The facility provides AM/PM snacks and lunch. All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food preparation area is free of debris, hazardous materials, and vermin, and is adequately equipped. Menus are posted at least one week in advance, dated and available for review. Drinking water is accessible by children in the classrooms. LPAs observed the children’s water bottles are labeled with their name. LPA observed a swing close solid waste container. LPA reminded licensee solid waste containers shall have tight-fitting lids.

The outdoor play area is fully fenced and has shade available. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards.  LPAs observed age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. Due to the current rainy season, LPA reminded facility representative to dump any standing water collected on playground equipment before children use it. Drinking water is provided in water bottles when children are outside. Per licensee, there are no firearms or other weapons on the premises. There are no bodies of water, or free-standing water accessible to children.

All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel report and copies were obtained. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Licensee was reminded to ensure staff renew Mandated Reporter for Child Care Providers and Pediatric CPR/First Aid every two years. LPA observed all required postings in a publicly accessible area. LPA reviewed the sign in/out sheets and noted they were in compliance. Fire/disaster drills are recorded and performed at least every six months, last drill was on 10/27/25. LPA reviewed five random children files and four staff files during today's inspection. All staff files had the required documentation. All children's files reviewed today were missing immunization record, physician's report (LIC701), and Infant Needs and Services Plan. LPA noted one infant on the facility roster to be 11 months old. LPA reminded licensee that Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) is required for infants 0-12 months old.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Betty Bell
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/17/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIZ CHILD CENTER (INFANTS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 192006509
VISIT DATE: 11/17/2025
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Licensee 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 licensee 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 DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 licensee [or 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: Betty Bell
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/17/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC RO, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIZ CHILD CENTER (INFANTS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 192006509
VISIT DATE: 11/17/2025
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Licensee 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.

Two Type B citations are issued today on attached pages 809-D.
Two advisory notices are issued.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Geraldine Hale.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Betty Bell
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Luz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/17/2025
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Created By: Angela Luz On 11/17/2025 at 04:10 PM
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
, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: WIZ CHILD CENTER (INFANTS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 192006509

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/17/2025

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:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/21/2025
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By plan of correction due date 11/21/25, Licensee will schedule lead testing and submit proof to the department. Upon completion of lead testing, Licensee will submit LIC 9275, LIC 9276, and LIC 999 indicating which water outlets were tested.
Type B
Section Cited
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Child's Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that a separate, complete and current record for each child is maintained in the child care center.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 of 5 child files reviewed which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/21/2025
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By plan of correction due date 11/21/25, Licensee will submit a checklist that includes all required documents that they will use to self-audit child files.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Betty Bell
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Luz
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/17/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/17/2025


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