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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017158
Report Date: 08/21/2025
Date Signed: 08/21/2025 03:00:26 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/21/2025 03:00 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORAFACILITY NUMBER:
198017158
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		RAYMOND HERNANDEZFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2590 INDUSTRY WAYTELEPHONE:
(310) 669-9440
CITY:LYNWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90262
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 11CENSUS: 8DATE:
08/21/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:01 PM
MET WITH:Site Supervisor Jessica OsorioTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst Jeanette Estrada conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. LPA met with Site Supervisor Jessica Osorio who provided a tour of the facility. There were children and two teachers present during the inspection.
This is a preschool program which operates in one classroom. This program provides care to children 3 to 5 years old and operates 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday.
All areas available to children were inspected. LPAs observed all documents required to be posted in the facility. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair in the classroom. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are operable. The facility has central air and heating. Lighting was observed to be in operable condition. Children have access to cubbies in the classroom to store their belongings. The floors of the classroom was observed to be clean and free of hazards. Appropriate napping equipment is provided by the facility. Per Site Supervisor sheets are also provided by the facility and children have the option of bringing a personal blanket.
The classroom has two restrooms inside with two toilets and two sinks in each and there is an additional hand washing sink outside the restrooms. General sanitation was observed in both restrooms.
Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in the classrooms via a filtered water dispenser and water bottles. The facility tested for lead in drinking water on 11/5/22. There was a lead exceedance in one water source reported. The facility has since removed the water source from the facility.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are stored in the food prep area in a locked cabinet under the sink. Medications are stored in the classroom's emergency backpack. Per Site Supervisor, the facility administers prescription medication only. There is one child enrolled who requires medication. Per Site Supervisor, all staff are trained in how to administer the medication if needed.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Warren Birks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jeanette Estrada
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/21/2025
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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017158
VISIT DATE: 08/21/2025
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Per Site Supervisor, there are no poisons stored at the facility. LPA observed an operable carbon monoxide detector in the facility. The facility is equipped with a centralized fire alarm system throughout the school. The fire extinguisher had a service tag dated 10/2024.
Per Site Supervisor there are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. LPA observed a sign in/sign out sheet available in the classroom. The last documented emergency drill was conducted in 7/22/25.
This program provides breakfast, lunch and snack to children in care. Menus are posted a week ahead in the classroom where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus are also provided to parents. Per Site Supervisor, children with allergies are provided alternatives. LPA observed the confidential allergy list accessible to staff in the facility. Meals are delivered to the facility.
The outdoor playground area was evaluated. All areas around or under high climbing equipment and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. LPA observed toys and materials in good condition for children in care. Children's water bottles are taken outside during outdoor play. The outdoor playground is fully enclosed. Parents enter through the yard to access the classroom. LPA discussed importance of keeping outside door supervised while children are outside and/or while parents are walking in/out of the facility.
Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness and contained all required documents.
Staff records were reviewed and contained all required documents. LPA verified that all staff present have a current pediatric first aid/cpr certificate and all staff have a valid mandated reporter certificate.
LPA discussed the importance of supervision and reporting requirements with Site Supervisor 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. 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).
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Warren Birks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jeanette Estrada
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/21/2025
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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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ELLA FITZGERALD CDC/DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORA
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017158
VISIT DATE: 08/21/2025
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LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and
administrative records.
For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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/.
Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.
To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

No citations were issued during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given to Facility Representative and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Supervisor Jessica Osorio.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Warren Birks
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jeanette Estrada
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/21/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/21/2025
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