Small Size Big Mind Inc

CCR 101227(a)(25)(A) · Type B

(25) The food-preparation area shall not be used for: (A) Children's play activities, unless such activities are part of a supervised food-education program. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, two children in care have been permitted to use the facility for limited play activities while under the supervision of staff, which poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff inappropriately touched child in care. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 03/04/2026 at 10:05 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) L.B. and K.M. conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at Small Size Big Mind Inc. LPAs met with Director R.B.R. and explained the purpose of today’s inspection. The finding for the above allegation was delivered during the inspection. Complainant alleges that staff inappropriately touched a child in care. During the course of the investigation, LPAs completed a facility inspection, reviewed facility records, obtained and conducted interviews. Based on the interviews and information obtained throughout the investigation, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED which means although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. No Deficiency has been cited for this allegation. Exit interview conducted with Director R. A Notice of Site Visit form was provided and must be posted for 30 days. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101212(d)(1)(C) · Type B

Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center...a report shall be made to the Department...within the Department's next working day...In addition, a written report...shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event. 1)Events reported shall include the following (C) Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety of any child. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, it was determined that an incident involving a staff member and child was not reported to Licensing which poses a potential risk to the Health, Safety or Personal Rights to children in care.

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type A

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, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Interviews disclosed a child was left unsupervised in the outdoor play area.

CCR 101223(a)(2) · Type B

Personal Rights. The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs This requirement was not met as evidenced by: child was sleeping on an unsafe area which is a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

CCR 101223(a)(3) · Type B

101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To be free from...unusual punishment...or other actions of a punitive nature...This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Staff restricting child's movement during nap time by putting leg over child so child cannot move from cot which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Day care child sustained injuries while in care INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 11/29/2021 LPA S. met with Administrator Malyka Chop, to provide the results of the above allegation. It was alleged that Day care child sustained injuries while in care. LPA S. conducted interviews with Administrator, Staff, and Parents. The child was pushed by another child during play time. The staff checked for injuries but did not notice anything at that time. Based on the investigative findings although the allegation may have happened or be valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated at this time. The facility was provided a copy of the appeal rights. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, a copy of the complaint investigation report was provided and Notice of Site was issued. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: