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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701404
Report Date: 09/16/2026
Date Signed: 09/16/2026 12:48:54 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
376701404
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		ZELINDABETH GARCIA PORTILLFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:6545 BALBOA AVENUE, SUITE BTELEPHONE:
(858) 279-2009
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92111
CAPACITY: 43TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 18CENSUS: 11DATE:
09/16/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Zelindabeth GarciaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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On 9/16/26 at 9:00a, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Qwatevyia Edwards and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Keturah Lane met with Director Zelindabeth Garcia, for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 11 infants present with 5 staff, in 3 rooms. Facility is within ratio and capacity.

LPA toured the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible. There are no medications provided to enrolled children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors are clean and safe. The child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Facility maintains a carbon monoxide detector that meets the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12.

Playground equipment was observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space has been maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. Children were observed to be under the supervision of qualified staff. An isolation area is designated for children who become ill during the day.

Children’s records were reviewed, and 5 of the 11 files were found to be incomplete. The records for C2, C3, C7, C9, and C10 did not contain updated Needs and Services Plans as required on a quarterly basis. Sign-in/sign-out logs were also reviewed. All children were signed in and out by an authorized representative using their full legal signature and recording the time of day. The children’s records also contained admission agreements and medical assessments. (Cont...page 2)

Renesha Askew
Qwatevyia Edwards
DATE: 09/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/16/2026
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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Created By: Qwatevyia Edwards On 09/16/2026 at 11:03 AM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701404

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/16/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101419.3(a)
Modifications to Infant Needs and Services Plan
(a) The written infant needs and services plan shall be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in C2, C3, C7, C9, and C10 did not have their Needs & Servces plan updated quarterly which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/07/2026
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The Director stated that the completed forms would be emailed to LPA by 10/7/26. The Licensee also stated that they would review the children's files and update the document quarterly, as required.
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Section Cited
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(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:
(2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 101170(f) or

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in S1 did have a criminal background clearnance but was not associated to the facility which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/07/2026
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Director stated that they will complete the LIC 9182 Criminal Background Clearance Transfer and submit proof to LPA via email by 10/7/26.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Renesha Askew
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Qwatevyia Edwards
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/16/2026


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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
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701404
VISIT DATE: 09/16/2026
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Infant care teachers meet the educational requirements. A review of staff records indicated that S1 has a criminal record clearance but is not associated with the facility. The Director has not exceeded the conditions, limitations, or capacity specified on the license. Several staff members present during the inspection were trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Staff records contained health screenings as required by regulations. S3’s Mandated Reporter Training has expired. This training must be renewed every two years. Staff records reviewed contained immunization records indicating that staff members had been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

All infant furniture & equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There are no walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers or jumpers in the room. Highchairs or feeding tables have broad-based legs, plastic seats in good repair, and tray locked. Hazardous materials are inaccessible to children. Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by infant’s authorized representative are labeled with the infant’s name and current date. The changing table is within arm's reach of sink. There is at least 1 potty chair or toilet for every 5 infants being toilet trained. Caregivers wash hands before and after each feeding and each diaper change. Toys are safe, with no sharp edges, splinters or protruding points, nor small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. Floor mats and cots are available for infants able to climb out of cribs. Cribs or napping equipment are available. Bedding is identified and stored separately for each infant. Napping infants is under visual observation by staff. Facility maintains individual feeding plans for each infant on file.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the Director of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Renesha Askew
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Qwatevyia Edwards
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/16/2026
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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
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701404
VISIT DATE: 09/16/2026
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Regarding Lead testing, the facility stated they only use bottled water and previously filed the form with Licensing.



See LIC809D deficiency cited

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Zelindabeth Garcia.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to [email protected]. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Renesha Askew
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Qwatevyia Edwards
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/16/2026
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Created By: Qwatevyia Edwards On 09/16/2026 at 12:21 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL INFANT CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701404

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/16/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter…every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in S3 had not renewed their Mandated Reporter training which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/07/2026
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The Director stated that staff would complete the required training and email proof of completion to LPA by 10/7/26. LPA reminded the Director that Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed every two years for all staff.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Renesha Askew
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Qwatevyia Edwards
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/16/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/16/2026


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