LPA reviewed facility records and verified that all individuals subject to criminal record review have received a clearance or exemption and are properly associated with the facility. A census of children was conducted and matched the 25 children signed in through the Brightwheel app in the electronic system. At approximately 10:25 AM, LPA reviewed five (5) children’s files. All files contained required documentation, including Personal Rights, Parent Rights, Medical Consent, and Identification & Emergency Information forms.

At approximately 11:00 AM, LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. All files contained required documentation, including Health Screening and Employee Rights forms. At least one staff member present (opening/closing staff) holds a current CPR and First Aid certification. Disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, with the last drill completed on November 17, 2025.

The facility is equipped with working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a functioning telephone, first aid kits, and multiple fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers that meet standards established by the State Fire Marshal. All required postings are displayed in an area accessible to the public.

The three classrooms were inspected, and teacher-to-child ratios were observed to be in compliance. Classrooms contain adequate play and learning materials. Floors, furniture, and equipment are age-appropriate and in good repair. The facility has adequate heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and lighting. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors. Each child has proper individual storage space. The designated isolation area for ill children is the director’s office, which is separate from other children in care.

See LIC 809-C.

• 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.

LPA observed that the staff restroom is separate from the children’s restrooms. All sinks and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Children’s restrooms are located near both the front and rear exits/entries of the center. Sinks and toilets are accessible to children, and paper towels and soap are readily available. LPA tested the toilets and ran the faucets to ensure proper operation and verified that the water temperature is maintained at a safe level and does not become excessively hot.

See 809-C.

The director 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.

There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Thomas "Tom" Gannon.