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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750071
Report Date: 09/05/2025
Date Signed: 09/05/2025 11:30:25 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/05/2025 11:30 AM - 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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:PHILIP MAX SAETA LEARNING ACADEMY HSFACILITY NUMBER:
197750071
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		GONZALEZ, NURYFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:10618 1/2 SHERMAN GROVE AVE.TELEPHONE:
(213) 389-1500
CITY:SUNLANDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91040
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 15DATE:
09/05/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:10 AM
MET WITH:Nury Gonzalez, Education CoordinatorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
11:40 AM
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On Friday, September 5, 2025 at 9am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Education Coordinator, Nury Gonzalez who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility.

This is a preschool program that serves children ages 2 to 5 years old. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:00am – 3:15pm. Sign in and out takes place at the entrance of the facility. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. At arrival, there were 15 children present, 6 staff present including support staff.

LPA entered Classroom 01 (Early Head Start). LPA Garcia observed 6 children engaged in outdoor play and 2 staff present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, a filtered water dispenser was observed for water drinking and children use disposable cups as needed. Cots were observed for napping and napping takes place in the classroom. Cleaning supplies were not observed to be stored in the classroom. There is one restroom in the classroom and LPA observed 2 toilets and 2 hand washing stations. There was a first aid kit and a fire extinguisher at the entrance of the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a tight fitted lid.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: PHILIP MAX SAETA LEARNING ACADEMY HS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750071
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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LPA entered Classroom 02. LPA Garcia observed 9 children engaged in free play activities and 2 staff present supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cubbies for children to store their personal belongings, a filtered water dispenser was observed for water drinking and children use disposable cups as needed. Cots were observed for napping and napping takes place in the classroom. Cleaning supplies were not observed to be stored in the classroom. There is one restroom in the classroom and LPA observed 2 toilets and 2 hand washing stations. There was a first aid kit and a fire extinguisher at the entrance of the classroom. LPA Garcia observed a step trash bin with a tight fitted a lid.

Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Garcia. LPA observed central heating and an A/C units in the window and portable air conditioning units in the classrooms. LPA observed the thermostats reading at 70 degrees. LPA observed 4 fire extinguishers total located throughout the facility. The valve for the fire extinguishers on the required 3A-40-BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 7/25/25. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested during this visit and LPA heard sounds and are operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 8/11/25. LPA observed napping equipment (cots) to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept mounted on the walls at the entrance of each classroom. LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, Education Coordinator stated there is 1 child with medication and 1 child with a food allergy. LPA observed medication stored in a key locked zipper pouch hanging in the restroom and was not observed to be accessible to the children. Medication was reviewed and LPA observed administration log and medication was not expired. LPA Garcia asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Education Coordinator stated there are no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons, nor bodies of water. Education Coordinator, stated the ill isolation area takes place in the Site supervisors office or family advocates office and children will utilize staff restroom.

There are 2 restrooms located in this facility. The restrooms are located in each Classroom, and they are not shared between classrooms. LPA Garcia observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. LPA observed a total of 4 toilets, 4 hand washing sinks that are utilized by the children. There is a staff restroom at this facility with 1 toilet and 1 hand washing sink.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: PHILIP MAX SAETA LEARNING ACADEMY HS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750071
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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LPA Garcia entered the outdoor play area. The outdoor play area is enclosed by a white vinyl fence. A gate that leads to the parking lot is over 5” and has a high hinge lock. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and gates that leads to parking lot locked. LPA Garcia observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space (concrete, poured in rubber) is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed play structure and equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned with poured in rubber that may absorb a fall.

For adequate shade, LPA Garcia observed hip roof shade structures and trees. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water jugs and disposable cups and children are free to serve themselves water as needed. LPA Garcia observed step trash bins with a tight fitted lid.

This program provides breakfast, lunch and pm snack for the children, and children do not bring their own meals from home. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The kitchen is only used for meal prep and storage, food and warm meals are delivered each day. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Menus were posted in the kitchen and cleaning supplies are stored under the kitchen sink with a child safety lock secured. The kitchen is off limits to the children and is barricaded with a wooden swing gate. Lead testing was conducted on 10/5/2022 and no lead exceedance.

The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Seat Belt Safety Law and Daily Schedule. LPA Garcia observed sign in/out sheets and observed 15 signatures.

LPA Garcia reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and were observed to be complete. LPA observed Nina Balyan was certified for Pediatric First Aid and CPR by American Heart Association dated 8/1/25. LPA observed all staff to have current Mandated Reporter Training Certifications. The staff files will be reviewed and completed at a later time due to them not being located on the premises.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: PHILIP MAX SAETA LEARNING ACADEMY HS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750071
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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Education Coordinator was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

Items discussed during this visit:

1. The following items are prohibited by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both

2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request.

3. Current Children’s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request.

4.LIC 311A - Records to be Maintained at the Facility: LPAs advised that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present.

6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file.

7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review

8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: PHILIP MAX SAETA LEARNING ACADEMY HS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750071
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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9.Children’s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary.

Criminal Record Clearance - Education Coordinator 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. 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.

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.

LPA referred Education Coordinator to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: PHILIP MAX SAETA LEARNING ACADEMY HS
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750071
VISIT DATE: 09/05/2025
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Education Coordinator 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

Notice of Site Visit - A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.

There were no deficiencies cited on this visit.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Nury Gonzalez.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Evelyn Garcia
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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