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25 | On 7/29/2026 at 9:05AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Director/ Licensee, Leah Potash. The purpose of today's visit was explained and was for an unannounced, annual-random inspection. The facility located at the address above is a licensed preschool program. Present was the director and 5 staff supervising 19 children. The children present had been signed in by their guardian. The days and hours of operation are: Monday- Friday, 8:45AM- 5:00PM. The childcare program utilizes 2 classrooms: The Lower Classroom (2–3 year-old), Upper Classroom (3- 4 year old) and the shared outdoor play area. The LPA inspected facility, inside and outside, for health and safety hazards.
At 9:25AM., LPA observed the following: The facility was neat and orderly, with age-appropriate materials available for the children. The two classrooms had been divided by separate activity area including carpet/ library, art, and seating areas. The floors, including carpets and other ground surface were clear of obstructions or hazards. The accessible furniture and playthings inspected were in good repair, free of sharp corners or splintered edges. The classroom was equipped with labeled cubbies and hangers for storage of children’s belongings.
The LPA observed several tables and chairs, scaled to the appropriate size. LPA observed large storage cabinets available for extra classroom and staff items. For nap/ schedule rest, stackable cots are stored in each of the classroom. Per director, the nap supplies (linens/ blankets) are taken home by families on Friday, to be washed and returned.
The children’s bathroom was maintained clean with liquid soap and paper towels available for hand washing. The LPA observed step stools available near sinks.
At 10:00AM., Based on observation, LPA confirmed child (C3) alone in bathroom on lower area. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9103TV) was issued.
The cleaning detergents, spray bottles, toxins, and disinfecting wipes were made inaccessible and stored in the off-limit areas. The facility had adequate ventilation, was well lit, and maintained at a comfortable temperature for children in care. The facility had a functioning telephone service; carbon monoxide/ smoke detector (built-into building); and fire extinguisher size, 2A10BC. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)
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