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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 410517378
Report Date: 09/17/2026
Date Signed: 09/17/2026 03:57:03 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 BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME:CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)FACILITY NUMBER:
410517378
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		GARCIA RIOS, ALMAFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:590 MYRTLE STREETTELEPHONE:
(650) 364-1178
CITY:REDWOOD CITYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94062
CAPACITY: 84TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: 32DATE:
09/17/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:35 PM
MET WITH:Alma Garcia RiosTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:10 PM
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On September 17, 2026, at approximately 12:35pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria Olguin-Leon conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Program Lead, Alma Garcia Rios. LPA explained the purpose of the inspection. Present in the facility today was Program Lead and 3 staff supervising 32 school age children. All staff present have criminal background clearances. Facility is in compliance with staff/child ratios. Facility hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 6:30AM to 8:15 AM and 1:45 PM to 6:00PM, Thursday 1:00 PM to 6:00PM, and minimum days vary. Facility is closed during the summer.

After school program is licensed to operate in portable CDC2, classroom #104 and classroom #204 on the campus of Orion Elementary School. Currently, classroom #204 is not in use for afterschool program. Facility has licensing documents properly displayed and visible for parents to review. Documentation includes License, Parents rights, Personal rights, Car seat law and Earthquake Preparedness checklist.

Facility utilizes Hubbe app. on an iPad to sign children in and out of program. Staff sign children into the afterschool program and parents sign children out using a unique pin and signature. When children become ill, isolation area will be in an area where no children are present, and sick child will be kept away from other children.

LPA observed that each classroom is equipped with age-appropriate furniture, which includes child size tables & chairs, sofas and floor pillows to provide comfort. Age-appropriate toys, crafts, board games and other activities are available in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector were tested during today’s visit and were in working condition. Classrooms #104 and #204 have an integrated sprinkler alarm system in each classroom. Carbon monoxide detectors are available and stored in facility emergency backpacks, along with first aid kits. Each classroom is equipped with fully charged fire extinguisher. Storage cubbies and hooks are available for children to store personal belongings. Classrooms have proper temperature, ventilation and lighting. Per Program Lead, there are no guns or firearms on the premises.

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Marie Rodriguez
Maria Olguin-Leon
DATE: 09/17/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/17/2026
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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)
FACILITY NUMBER: 410517378
VISIT DATE: 09/17/2026
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Facility provides snacks to children in care and menus are maintained up to date. LPA observed kitchenette area to be clean, and food properly stored to avoid spoilage and contamination. Facility uses plastic plates and spoons, which are washed after each use. Kitchenette area is equipped with two refrigerators, stove, sink and microwave. A stepping stool is available for children to use for hand washing. All poisons, cleaning solutions and hazardous materials are stored inaccessible to children in off limit areas or facility high shelves. Children bring their own individual drinking water bottles that are refilled as needed, from a kitchen sink.

Classroom #104 restrooms were observed to be clean and toilets and sinks in working condition. Portable classroom CDC2 uses school restrooms located in school building. LPA observed toilets and sinks to be in working condition. LPA reminded Program lead to follow up with school janitorial service regarding water puddles, urine odor in restroom and broken urinal, as this may cause a slipping hazard, technical violation issued.

There are two separate outdoor playground areas which are completely enclosed with the school premises. TK/Kinder playground is in good condition and includes a large climbing slide play structure, playhouses and play kitchen, all in good condition. TK/Kinder playground is located behind classroom #104 and is equipped with rubber flooring to absorb and cushion falls. Second playground is for older children and located on upper part of school and includes an age-appropriate climbing play structure and asphalt area. Flooring underneath play structure is tanbark to absorb and cushion falls.

During today’s inspection, LPA reviewed facility records that included 4 children's records and 4 staff records. LPA observed children's files to be complete. At least one employee has an up-to-date CPR & First Aid certificate. Staff Mandated reporter training certificate are missing QR code validation, technical violation issued. Two staff were missing personnel files; type B citation was issued for this deficiency. Last emergency drill was conducted on September 3, 2026, and is properly documented. Facility conducts emergency drills monthly.

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2026
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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 BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)
FACILITY NUMBER: 410517378
VISIT DATE: 09/17/2026
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Facility representative was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a child care facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662.

Facility representative is aware that all staff are required to complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com. LPA observed the completion certificate on file. LPA encourages the director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before

January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16.

For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP.).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information)

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2026
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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 BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)
FACILITY NUMBER: 410517378
VISIT DATE: 09/17/2026
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Facility representative 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.

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.

See page LIC809D for deficiencies issued during today’s visit under title, 22.

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

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Program Lead, Alma Garcia Rios. Appeal Rights provided.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Maria Olguin-Leon
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/17/2026
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Created By: Maria Olguin-Leon On 09/17/2026 at 03:35 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
, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066

FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)
FACILITY NUMBER: 410517378

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/17/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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Personnel Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 4 staff did not have personnel files available for review, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/24/2026
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Program Lead will request personnel records from Site Supervisor and will have personnel records available for LPA review by POC due date.
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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.
Marie Rodriguez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Maria Olguin-Leon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/17/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/17/2026


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