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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 406210226
Report Date: 02/23/2026
Date Signed: 02/23/2026 11:43:29 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
406210226
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LAUREN THORNE - T5FACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:525 NORTH THOMPSON AVETELEPHONE:
(805) 929-1114
CITY:NIPOMOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93444
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 7DATE:
02/23/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Melanie PowersTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On February 23, 2026, at 9:30 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the above-mentioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Site Supervisor, Melanie Powers, and discussed the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection 7 children and 2 staff were present. The preschools hours of operation are from 9am - 12pm, Monday thru Friday.

LPA in the company of the Site supervisor toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The CCC consists of one classroom and outdoor play area. LPA observed required licensing forms to be posted at the entrance to the facility. LPA observed the classroom to be clean and orderly. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are in good condition. Site supervisor informed LPA cleaning compounds are stored above the refrigerator. LPA observed all cabinets and drawers to be secured. There are two toilets and two sinks for children which LPA observed to be clean and free of hazards. LPA observed smoke detector and fire alarm which site supervisor stated are checked regularly to ensure they are functioning. Carbon Monoxide detector was tested and found to be operable at 11:30 AM. LPA observed a regulation fire extinguisher serviced within the last year. Each child is afforded a cubby for their personal belongings. Trash cans with tight fitting lids were observed within the facility.

LPA observed the outdoor play area to be surrounded by a chain link fence with sufficient space for children’s activities. Drinking water is made available to children via filtered water both inside classroom and outside. Children's personal water bottles are filled and used during the day. LPA observed age-appropriate equipment and play structure in good repair.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Ana Tolentino
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elizabeth George
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/23/2026
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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 406210226
VISIT DATE: 02/23/2026
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 LPA notes the play structure's fall zones have sufficient cushioning. LPA observed two sheds in the outside play area that contain outdoor play equipment and are kept locked.

A sampling of children's files was reviewed. LPA observed all children's files to be current and complete. LPA reviewed files for the staff present which were found to be current and complete as well. LPA reminded Site Supervisor it is their responsibility to ensure staff files are complete and current. LPA notes all staff have current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification. LPA observed fire drills are being conducted and logged with the last fire drill conducted on 2/2/26. LPA observed the sign in and out sheets to filled out appropriately for the children that are present. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on site. There are no fire arms or ammunition on CCC site.

CCC provides one morning snack to children. LPA observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any defects. The refrigerator contains food items consumed by the CCC's children which are labeled and dated. All cabinets in the kitchen are kept locked and inaccessible to children in care.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to 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/.

Site supervisor 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.



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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Ana Tolentino
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elizabeth George
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2026
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: NIPOMO EARLY LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 406210226
VISIT DATE: 02/23/2026
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No deficiencies were given during today’s visit.

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

Exit interview conducted, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Melanie Powers.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Ana Tolentino
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elizabeth George
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2026
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