LPA observed a menu and required licensing forms prominently posted near the entry of the CCC. The infant classroom of the CCC is clean and organized. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furnishings available for infants. LPA observed childcare materials that are in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. LPA observed a changing table with a nearby sink in the classroom. The changing table is in clean and sanitary condition. LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors throughout the CCC. A carbon monoxide detector was tested at 11:45 AM and found to be operable. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and sharps are stored in elevated and locked cabinets of the classrooms, which are inaccessible to the children in care. The CCC uses the ProCare application for Sign In/Out purposes. LPA reviewed a sampling of the records which contain the children's arrival and departure times along with entries from the children’s authorized representative. The CCC provides snacks and lunch for children in care. The CCC has a kitchen that is clean and orderly. Cont. 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.

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

The CCC's infant outdoor playground area is enclosed by fencing and separate from the preschool playground areas. The fence’s entry/exit gates are secured. LPA observed age-appropriate toys/play equipment in the play area which are in good condition and the footing in the area is varied. The play structures in the playground areas have adequate cushioning material to absorb falls. There is shade available by means of canopy in the infant playground. No bodies of water were observed on site. LPA observed waste receptacles with tight fitting covers at the CCC.

A sample of staff and children’s records were reviewed. The children’s records are complete and found to contain emergency contact information, immunization records, 15-minute sleep logs, and other required licensing forms. Staff records were reviewed and contain Mandated Reporter training, staff qualifications, and other required licensing documents. LPA notes the most recent emergency drill at the CCC was completed in October of 2025. LPA verified the most recent emergency/disaster drill was conducted in October of 2025. Director noted no firearms or ammunition are stored on site.

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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-carecenters/.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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.

Facility representative 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.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Jaqueline Serrano.