“Based on the observation, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation which poses an immediate health & safety risk to the children in care.”California CCLD inspector, Jan 9, 2026 report. Quoted verbatim.
Nov 13, 2023InspectionMinorPersonnel RequirementsCalifornia: Type BCorrection due Nov 27, 2023
5findings in 36 months0verified corrected by California0corrected during the visit5with a plan or deadline only
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20261 visit · 4 recorded findings
Jan 9, 2026Inspection4 findings
Staffing Ratio and Capacity
Critical
Based on the observation, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation which poses an immediate health & safety risk to the children in care. During the facility tour the LPA observed S2 alone with nine children which included three infants and six toddlers.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee acknowledged being out of ratio. Licensee understands when there are more than 8 children present there must be two qualified staff. If two qualified staff are not present, the staffing ratio and capacity of a small family child care must be followed to be in compliance. Licensee shall submit a written statement of understanding to the Department on or by POC due date on 1-12-2026. Licensee also agrees to provide an LIC 9224 as it states in this report.
Standard 102416.5(e) · Staffing Ratio and Capacity
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jan 12, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842118:2026-01-09:102416.5(e):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842118:2026-01-09:inspection
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Operation of A Family Child Care Home
Minor
Based on the record review, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation which poses a potential safety risk to the children in care. During the facility tour the LPA reviewed a fire drill log with the last fire drill conducted on 6-16-2025.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The Licensee understands a fire drill must be conducted at least once every six months. Assistant agrees to forward this report to the Licensee. Licensee shall conduct a fire drill, document and submit the log to the Department on or by POC due date of 1-15-2026.
Standard 102417(g)(9)(A) · Operation of A Family Child Care Home
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jan 15, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842118:2026-01-09:102417(g)(9)(A):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842118:2026-01-09:inspection
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
Minor
Based on the observation and interview, the Licensee did not meet the above regulation which poses a potential health, safety & personal rights risk to the children in care. Upon arrival the LPA was informed by the Licensee that she was not present and would not return through the duration of the inspection.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee understands Licensees are permitted to be away from the facility temporarily. A temporary absence shall not exceed 20 percent of the hours when care is provided. Licensee shall submit a written statement of understanding to the Department on or by POC due date of 1-15-2026.
Standard 102417(a) · Operation of A Family Child Care Home
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jan 15, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:334842118:2026-01-09:102417(a):1
Visit source ID
ca:334842118:2026-01-09:inspection
Infant Safe Sleep
Minor
During the children’s file review the LPA reviewed sleep logs for C1, C2, C4 that were timed for every 30 minutes. All sleep logs had set times such as 12:15PM, 12:45PM, 1:15PM, etc.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Licensee understands sleep logs must be conducted every 15 minutes and the times must be accurate. If a child falls asleep at 12:04PM, the next time should be 12:19PM, etc. Licensee shall submit a written statement of understanding to the Department on or by POC due date of 1-9-2025.
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