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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198003101
Report Date: 07/14/2025
Date Signed: 07/14/2025 02:39:17 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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198003101
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MARY BRAMMERFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:18727 CARMENITATELEPHONE:
(562) 924-8718
CITY:CERRITOSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90703
CAPACITY: 136TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 135CENSUS: 68DATE:
07/14/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Case Management - Annual ContinuationUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:20 AM
MET WITH:Facility RepresentativeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:50 PM
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On 07/14/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonnisha Culbert conducted an unannounced case management annual continuation inspection at the facility noted above. LPA met with Facility Representative and discussed the purposes of the visit. They guided analysts on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool center that consist of six classrooms. The program operates from Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 6:30pm. The program offers care to children 2 to 5 years old. Present during today's inspection were 68 children with 11 staff.

Information provided in this report was gathered on 7/11/2025 and 07/14/2025. Upon arrival, LPA observed all required postings in a prominent publicly accessible area.

All areas used by children were inspected for safety. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. The facility uses central heating and air for ventilation. Lighting was observed to be in operable condition. LPA observed age-appropriate toys. Children have their own cubby in each classroom to store their belongings. Cots are available to children for napping. Per facility representative, the isolation area is in the office. Two toilets and two sinks are available, in each classroom except one. In room nine, three toilets and two sinks are available for children.

Availability of indoor and outdoor drinking water was observed in classrooms via water bottles. Per representative, water is provided via bottled water. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with written directive outlined in Provider Information Notification (PIN) 21-21.1-CCP.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Warren Birks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jonnisha Culbert
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/14/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/14/2025
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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003101
VISIT DATE: 07/14/2025
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Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are kept in locked cabinets in each room. Medication is kept inside of a box in the kitchen. Per facility Representative, no child enrolled requires medication. Poisons were not observed during visit. Per facility representative, there are no poison on the premises. LPA reminded representative that if poisons are purchased, they are to remain in an area that is locked and inaccessible to children.

LPA checked for safety items. A carbon monoxide detector was observed in each classroom. Due to some children napping, carbon monoxide detectors were not tested. Fully charged fire extinguishers are available if needed. Disaster drills were logged and available. The last drill was conducted on 06/11/2025.

The outdoor playground areas were evaluated. This facility has two playgrounds. LPA observed all areas around and under high climbing equipment, on both playgrounds, and similar equipment are cushioned with artificial turf. Each playground has adequate shade. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. Per facility representative, there are no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness. LPA observed four out of four children’s records. During record review, LPA observed that child 1’s record was missing a signature on their admission agreement. LPA advised facility representative to obtain signature from parent and maintain signed document in child’s file. children's roster was reviewed and is current. Parents sign children in and sign out via care connect app.

Staff records were reviewed. All staff met educational requirements. LPA observed that everyone had mandated reporter certificates, immunization records, and most staff have cardiopulmonary and resuscitation and first aid training certifications.

Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available for parents to grab. LPA inspected the food preparation area. The kitchen was observed to be clean and free of litter. Food supplies were observed to be in good condition. The facility provides two snacks, breakfast, and lunch.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Warren Birks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jonnisha Culbert
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2025
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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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003101
VISIT DATE: 07/14/2025
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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.

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. 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/

Director 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.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Warren Birks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jonnisha Culbert
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/14/2025
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