“Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed furniture (storage cubby/ childrens table) in the classroom that was not in good repair which poses a potential health, safety or personal…”California CCLD inspector, Apr 2, 2026 report. Quoted verbatim.
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First Step Preschool Inc.
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20261 visit · 5 recorded findings
Apr 2, 2026Inspection5 findings
Food safety and dietary needs
Minor
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Licensee had served bagels and cheese that were expired which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee will submit plan of operation explaining how they will ensure that all food served will be stored and prepared in a safe and heathfull manner. The plan will be submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by the end of the business day on the Plan of Correction (POC) due date of 04/09//2026.
Standard 101227(a)(1) · Food Service
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Apr 9, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:101227(a)(1):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:inspection
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
Serious
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed furniture (storage cubby/ childrens table) in the classroom that was not in good repair which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee will repair or replace furniture items and send proof to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by the end of the business day on the Plan of Correction (POC) due date of 04/09/2026.
Standard 101239(n) · Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Apr 9, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:101239(n):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:inspection
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Buildings and Grounds
Serious
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that certain parts of the classroom where drywall is deteriorating which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee will repair the walls where drywall is deteriorating and send photos of repair to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by the end of the business day on the Plan of Correction (POC) due date of 04/09/2026.
Standard 101238(a) · Buildings and Grounds
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Apr 9, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:101238(a):1
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ca:334842035:2026-04-02:inspection
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Buildings and Grounds
Serious
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed cleaning items under the kitchen sink and desitin cream in the childrens bathroom which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee will submit a plan of operation stating how they will ensure all hazardous items/cleaning items will be stored inaccessible to children in care. The plan will be submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by the end of the business day on the Plan of Correction (POC) due date of 04/09/2026. Licensee will submit photos confirming all poisonous items are locked.
Standard 101238(g) · Buildings and Grounds
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Apr 9, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:101238(g):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842035:2026-04-02:inspection
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Personnel Requirements
Minor
Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that S2 and S3 did not have a current health screening report and Tuberculosis test which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee states they will have staff obtain a current health screening report and TB test. Licensee will submit a copy of both items Community Care Licensing (CCL) by the end of the business day on the Plan of Correction (POC) due date of 04/16/2026.
Based on water testing results, interviews and records review, facility tested over the Action Level Exceedance, in water outlet labeled B which is used for drinking water. This poses an immediatte health, safety, or personal rights risk to the children in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Director made outlet B inaccesible for use at the time of inspection. Director agrees to submit results of the water sample test for faucet labeled B until level of lead is below action level exceedance. Director will also submit documentation of test results for faucets in Room 1 and Room 2, will submit update to the Department within 30 days.
Standard 101700.3(b)(1)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Dec 23, 2022
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2022-12-22:101700.3(b)(1):1
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ca:334842035:2022-12-22:other
Mar 11, 2022Inspection
2 findings
Food safety and dietary needs
Minor
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the kitchen under the sink there are signs of dirt and dark stain of unknown source which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee agrees to have this area clean and santized. Submit pictures of this area as proof of correction to the Department by 3/17/2022
Standard 101227(a)(18) · Food Service
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Mar 17, 2022
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2022-03-11:101227(a)(18):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842035:2022-03-11:inspection
Food safety and dietary needs
Minor
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPA observed a total of 3 open food bags that were not properly protected, seal and can possible become contaminated. LPA did not observe signs of contamination at this time, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee agrees to seal and protect the open bags of food by properly placing in a sealed container or food sealer/food clip to ensure it's stored free from contamination. Submit pictures of receipt or picture of items being placed in sealed container or with a food clip to the Department by 3/17/2022.
Standard 101227(a)(19) · Food Service
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Mar 17, 2022
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842035:2022-03-11:101227(a)(19):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842035:2022-03-11:inspection
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