Family Developmental Center (Preschool)

CCR 101239(c) · Type B

(c) Fireplaces and open-faced heaters shall be made inaccessible to children to ensure children's safety. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 1:30PM., Based on observation, LPA observed a hot-to-the-touch, metal heater (encasing and vent cover) in blue birds classroom, assessable to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff did not prevent the spread of communicable illness. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 3/3/2026 at 9:25AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L.G. met with Program Supervisor, M.N. The purpose of today’s inspection was explained and was for an unannounced, complaint inspection. The Co-ECE Director, S.N. arrived during inspection. Present was the Program Supervisor, and Co- ECE Director, 11 staff supervising 64 children. LPA inspection facility for health and safety hazards. During today’s inspection, LPA conducted interviews, reviewed records, and performed observation. During investigation, LPA confirmed isolation area is not in separate (off-limit) space. An advisory note (Technical Violation, LIC9102TV) was issued. During the course of this investigation, LPA conducted observations on 3/3/2026 and 12/16/2025. A review of facility records was complete, which included the staff files, children’s files, facility handbooks, and incident reports. LPA conducted interview with Administrative Director, Program Supervisor, Teachers, and Staff. (REFER TO LIC9099C, FOR CONT.) Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

ALLEGATION(S): Staff do not ensure facility is kept in clean sanitary conditions for children in care. Staff do not ensure children are screened for signs of illness during drop off. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On November 14, 2025 at approximately 12:20PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) M.Z. conducted an unannounced complaint visit, to deliver findings on complaint investigation, for the above allegations. LPA met with director, S.A., and the purpose of the visit was explained. Present during LPA’s visit included 14 staff, and 60 enrolled preschool children. All adults working in the facility with children have fingerprint clearance on file. During the investigation process, LPA conducted walk-through inspections, collected pertinent information, reviewed facility staff records, reviewed facility children’s records, and conducted interviews. After the investigation was conducted, LPA discussed with the director the facilities plan to ensure that the childcare center is sanitary and clean. Based on the investigation, the facility has custodians who clean daily, and teachers follow a cleaning schedule. After investigating the second allegation, LPA reminded director, to follow protocol when there is a child showing signs of illness. Based on investigation, the facility has a nurse on site in case children are not feeling well, and if a child is feeling sick teachers will check children’s temperatures. LPA also reminded the director to observe for any signs of illness during drop off. Although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director, S.A. A copy of this report was provided. No deficiencies were made today under Title 22 Division 12 of the California Code of Regulations. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND SHALL REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type B

101229: Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision: (a) "The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. (1) No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time... Supervision shall include visual observation." This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, the facility did not comply with the section cited above as facility self reported that there was a child left alone inside the classroom #1 during outdoor play, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

HSC 1597.16(a)(1) · Type B

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 11:40AM., Based on Record Review, LPA confirmed water testing for lead contamination levels was conducted after the 1/1/2023 deadline. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101238(a) · Type B

101238(a) Buildings and Grounds The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: During inspection, LPA observed rodent fences in the sunshine classroom. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101238(a)(1) · Type B

101238(a)(1) Buildings and Grounds. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: During inspection, LPA observed rodent fences in the sunshine classroom. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff did not adequately supervise children resulting in an altercation between children in care. Staff spoke inappropriately to children in care. Staff handled child in a rough manner. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 8/17/2023 at 8:50AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. J. G. met with Administrative Director, D.L. Purpose of the inspection was explained and was for an Unannounced, Complaint Investigation. Present was the Administrative Director and 17 staff supervising for 63 children. LPA inspected facility for health and safety hazards. During inspection, LPA performed site observations, interviews, and reviewed facility records. During the course of this investigation observations were conducted on 5/31/2023, 7/26/2023, and 8/17/2023. A review of the facility records was complete, which included the staff records, children records, and incident report log. LPA conducted interviews Administrative Director, Staff, Children and Involved Parties. (REFER TO LIC9099C, FOR CONT.) Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type B

101229(a)(1) Responsibility for providing care and supervision: No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 12:55PM., Based on interviews and observations, LPA confirmed staff member, S1, asleep in starfish classroom during program's nap time. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101229(a) · Type B

101229(a) Responsible for providing care and supervision: (a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observations, record review and interviews, LPA determined staff did not provide adequate supervision to day care child resulting in day care child sustaining an injury. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101238(g) · Type B

101238(g) Building and Grounds: (g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: At 9:50AM, LPA confirmed large container of Ibuprofen tablets located on shelf in blue birds classroom. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Child sustained unexplained bruises/scratches while in care Staff used physical forms of punishment with child in care Staff did not prevent child from having an altercation with another child in care Staff do not ensure incident reports are provided to responsible parties INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 3/23/2023 at 9:25AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), L. J. G. met with Co-education Director, M.P. Purpose of inspection was explained and was for an unannounced, complaint investigation. Present was the Co-education Director and 12 staff, 74 children. LPA inspected facility for health and safety hazards. During today's inspection, LPA performed site observations, interviews with staff/ co-education director, and reviewed facility records. At 12:55PM., Based on interviews and observations, LPA confirmed staff member, S1, asleep in starfish classroom during program’s nap time. Deficiencies were cited on attached Case Management Report (LIC809). During the course of the investigation, site observations were conducted on 2/1/2023, 2/15/2023 and 3/23/2023. A review of the facility records was completed, which included the Parent handbook; Staff Records; Children's Records; and Incident Report Log. LPA conducted interview with the Co-Eduation Director, Staff, Children and involved parties. (REFER TO LIC9099C FOR CONT.) Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101170(e) · Type A

(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: This requirment was not met as evidenced by: At 1:00P.M., Based on observations, interview and record review, LPA confirmed staff member, S9, present without proper criminal record clearance or association on file.