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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 435700771
Report Date: 12/16/2025
Date Signed: 12/16/2025 06:11:36 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/16/2025 06:11 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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:WONDER YEARS SOUTH MOUNTAIN VIEW, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
435700771
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KARA KARPELFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:92 W EL CAMINO REALTELEPHONE:
(650) 450-4727
CITY:MOUNTAIN VIEWSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94043
CAPACITY: 112TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 112CENSUS: 48DATE:
12/16/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:42 AM
MET WITH:Claire ManalotoTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
06:30 PM
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Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) (LPA) Licensing Program Analysts, Caroline Colson, Manel Estoesta, met with Kara Karpel, Regional Manager and Claire Manaloto, Center Director for Wonder Years, Brian Heath, VP for Wonder Years for an increase in for the Infant Component and a decrease in the Preschool Component for a change in capacity application. There are 48 children present from the infant and preschool components. The facility is requesting 32 infants and 48 preschool children from 2 years old to 5 years old. The program will operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Physical Plant: The Infant Component has 4 (four) classrooms with a separate napping area and separate outdoor play area. The Preschool Component has 4 (four) classrooms and a shared outdoor play area. There is adequate heating, lighting, and ventilation. There are no cleaning solutions, chemicals, or other hazards accessible to children. Per Applicant, there are no weapons at the facility.

Classrooms: Furniture and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There are separate storage areas for children’s belongings. LPA observed a sufficient amount of equipment, tables, chairs, and cubbies/hooks. Drinking water is provided by a water fountain/sink in each classroom. Children have their own water bottles. There are first aid kits in each classroom. Children do take naps at the facility.



Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/16/2025
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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: WONDER YEARS SOUTH MOUNTAIN VIEW, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 435700771
VISIT DATE: 12/16/2025
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LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector. Parents use a sheet to sign in and sign out. The facility will be providing morning snack and afternoon snack throughout the entire year. Parents will provide their children lunches.

Restrooms: Toilets and sinks are operable. There is soap, toilet paper and paper towels for sanitary use.

Classroom measurements:
LPAs measured 4 (four) classrooms which are the Sea Turtles, Sharks, Belugas and Dolphins for the Infant Component. The measurements for the Infant Component are 1,768.35 square feet which will accommodate the Applicant's request for 32 infant children. LPA reviewed the measurements for the new Preschool classrooms. The Jellyfish/Sea Horses, Sting Rays and Sea Otters are the current classrooms for the Preschool Component. The measurements for the Preschool Component are 1,490.20 square feet which will not accommodate the Applicant's request for 48 children. These measurements were obtained from the April 27, 2023 prelicensing inspection report.

There are a total of 16 sinks, and 10 toilets for the children. Director's Office will be the isolation area. The isolation bathroom is located near the director's office.

Outdoor Activity Space:
The outdoor play area is fenced by the building walls and walls are at least 4ft tall. There is enough age-appropriate equipment and toys. The play area has cushioning material underneath all outdoor climbing equipment. The entire play area has shade and play equipment is specifically designated for Birth - 2 years old children. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Climbing structures and slides are safe and in good condition. Playground is free of debris and other hazards. Children have access to drinking water and will their own water bottles.


Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2025
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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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: WONDER YEARS SOUTH MOUNTAIN VIEW, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 435700771
VISIT DATE: 12/16/2025
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A waiver was submitted for both components. The infant yard measurements are 1,076.63 square feet which will not accommodate Applicant's request for 32 infants.

Emergency Preparedness/Safety: Emergency Disaster Plan is dated and posted for review. The facility utilizes a land line telephone and cell phones. Fire Clearance was received.

Sign in/Sign out: Applicant will use a sign in and sign out sheet for parents with legal signatures.

Licensee 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.

LPA advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.

Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure.

Please See LIC 809 C for Additional Information

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2025
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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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: WONDER YEARS SOUTH MOUNTAIN VIEW, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 435700771
VISIT DATE: 12/16/2025
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Exit Interview was conducted with Center Director, Claire Manaloto.

1. Waivers will need to be approve.
2. Updated documents will need to be reviewed.
3. Applicant will need to purchase water pitchers.
4. Applicant will need to submit a new LIC 200 A.
5. LPM will conduct a final review.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Colson
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/16/2025
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