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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750229
Report Date: 06/11/2026
Date Signed: 06/12/2026 11:28:06 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197750229
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		TAMRA LEWISFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:24551 VALLEY STREETTELEPHONE:
(661) 259-7246
CITY:NEWHALLSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91321
CAPACITY: 134TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 134CENSUS: 28DATE:
06/11/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:40 AM
MET WITH:Tamra Lewis, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:48 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maddox met with Tamra Lewis, Director, to conduct an announced inspection. The Director has submitted a request to add Infant and Toddler components to the preschool program (Facility Number 197750033), which is currently licensed for a total capacity of 105 PS children. During today’s inspection, LPA measured the identified classrooms. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

• The centers were toured and found to be clean, safe, and sanitary to ensure the health and well-being of children, staff, and visitors. Room #8 was under construction and Room #1 is not in use at this time.
• All flooring surfaces (carpet and tile) were observed to be safe and in good repair.
• A comfortable temperature was maintained throughout the facility.
• Furniture and equipment were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Age-appropriate equipment, toys, and materials were available in sufficient quantities for all children.
• Tables and chairs were available to meet the needs of the children.
• Drinking water is made available through filtered water dispensers; children may also bring personal water bottles, and disposable cups are provided as needed.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/11/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • 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.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750229
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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• Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other potentially hazardous items were observed stored in locked cabinets and inaccessible to children.
• Fully stocked first aid kits, including thermometers, were available to staff and inaccessible to children.
• The designated isolation area for ill children is located in the office.
• Operable carbon monoxide detectors, hard-wired smoke detectors, inaccessible electrical outlets, and fully charged fire extinguishers were observed throughout the facility.
• The center has a functional telephone on-site.
• The facility uses a manual sign-in/sign-out procedure.
• Staff are required to conduct wellness checks to ensure that children showing symptoms of illness, such as fever or vomiting, are not admitted.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

LPA observed shaded rest areas in each outdoor play yard. Separate yards exist for Preschool/School-Age children and Infants/Toddlers. The yards are fully fenced and provide safe access. No bodies of water were observed.

Outdoor areas were free of hazards, including broken glass, debris, and dry grasses that may pose a fire hazard. Rubberized cushioning was observed under climbing equipment (one large slide set in the main yard and a smaller slide set in the Toddler yard). Portions of the outdoor play space were undergoing minor construction during the inspection.

Outdoor Drinking Water: Staff will provide water pitchers with filtered water, along with cups labeled with each child’s name and children’s personal water bottles.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750229
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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NAPPING

• Napping cots were in safe, good condition.
• Each cot was equipped with a sheet, and additional bedding is provided based on weather conditions.
• LPA advised the Director that cots mats must be disinfected weekly or more frequently if soiled.
• Bedding is stored individually to prevent contact between children’s used bedding.
• Napping equipment is arranged to allow clear walkways without requiring staff or children to walk over mats belonging to others.

RESTROOMS

The boys bathroom has 2 stalls; 2 urinals, and 3 sinks; the girls bathroom has 4 toilets and 3 sinks. Infant and Toddler classrooms include changing tables located adjacent to handwashing sinks. All restroom fixtures were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in good working condition.

There are 2 staff bathrooms, one bathroom is located in the lobby of the church (which will also function as the isolation restroom), and the second bathroom is located in Room #8.

SUPERVISION


The Director shall ensure children are supervised at all times, including continuous visual observation.
CHILDREN’S RECORDS
Director is aware of the required forms for Staff, children, and forms that must be posted.
TRANSPORTATION
The facility will not provide transportation at this time. Page #3
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750229
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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MEASUREMENTS

Preschool Rooms
Room #1: 754/35 = 22
Room #2: 781/35 = 22
Room #3: 770/35 = 22
Room #4: 738/35 = 21
Room #7: 777/35 = 22


Room #8: 637/35 = 18

Infant Room
Room #5: 338/35 = 9

Toddler Room
Room #6: 720/35= 20

Indoor capacity calculations:
• Infant Indoor Space: 9
• Toddler Indoor Space: 20


• Preschool Indoor Space: 127
Bathrooms:
There are _10 __ toilets and _8 __ sinks available to support the total preschool requested 108. Toddler classroom has 1 toilet and 2 sinks, Infant and Toddler classrooms also have changing tables and potty charis.

Outdoor Space:
• Preschool: 13,866/75 = 185
• Infant/Toddler: 804/75 = 10

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750229
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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INFANT NAPPING AND SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES

LPA reviewed safe sleep regulations and provided the Director with the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep.

LPA also advised the Director to check for recalled infant equipment on the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and to register all infant devices for recall notifications.

Safe sleep requirements were reviewed as follows:
• Sleeping infants shall be directly supervised by sight and sound at all times.
• Staff shall conduct and document physical checks of sleeping infants every 15 minutes.
• If the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) Section C is incomplete, infants must be placed on their backs to sleep.
• Cribs must be free of all loose articles, including blankets and pillows.
• Pacifiers may be used only if nothing is attached to them.
• Bumper pads are prohibited.
• Cribs and cots must be arranged to allow walkways and immediate access to each infant.
• Mattresses must be firm, fitted tightly with an appropriately sized fitted sheet.
• A Needs and Services Plan must be completed for each infant prior to their first day of care.
• Only one infant may occupy a crib, mat, or cot at a time.
• Bedding must be changed daily and as needed.

CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE

The Director is aware of Guardian, the Department’s background check system, and understands the requirement for all staff to obtain DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearances and be associated to the facility. Page #5

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750229
VISIT DATE: 06/11/2026
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FOOD SERVICES

The center will provide morning and afternoon snacks.
• Pesticides and toxic substances were not stored in or near food preparation or storage areas.
• Cleaning compounds were stored separately from food supplies.
• Food preparation and storage areas were observed clean and free of litter, rodents, and vermin.
• Trash containers have tight-fitting lids, are in good repair, and are rodent-proof.
• A refrigerator is available for storing medications requiring refrigeration.

HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES

Staff reported that the facility will not administer medications at this time.

LPA discussed Incidental Medical Services (IMS). For IMS guidance, refer to PIN 22-02-CCP. If IMS is provided in the future, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted.
Information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was provided, including contact information and a link to “Commonly Asked Questions About Child Care Centers and the ADA.”

LEAD TESTING

LPA verified that lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Requirements under Assembly Bill 2370 were reviewed.

POSTINGS

LPA observed the Parent Information Board with required postings, including local health department contact information and child passenger restraint information.

The Director was reminded to report unusual incidents and injuries to parents/guardians and Licensing within required regulatory time frames on form LIC 624B. Page #6

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750229
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A disaster and mass casualty plan must be maintained in writing and readily available.

Fire Clearance has been received for the requested total capacity of 134 children. Based on LPA’s measurements, the center can accommodate the requested capacity. children.

ITEMS NEEDED PRIOR TO LICENSURE

  • Waiver request to allow shared outdoor play yards for Infants/Toddlers and Toddler/ Preschool children with alternating schedules.
  • Missing Toddler Option statement; parent/legal guardian permission required
  • Health and Safety training that Includes Lead

An exit interview was conducted with the Director. The Director was provided a copy of this report. Final licensure determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager (LPM).

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Donna Maddox
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/11/2026
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