Routine inspection·October 17, 2025

On October 17, 2025, at 8:20 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced annual/random inspection and met with licensee Naga Jonnalagadda . LPA disclosed the purpose of the visit and conducted a health and safety inspection , touring the facility both inside and outside. Present during the inspection were the licensee\342\200\231s fingerprint cleared assistant, the licensee\342\200\231s husband, and four children in care\342\200\224one (1) infant and three (3) preschool-age children. The facility operates Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM . This single-story home , owned by the licensee, consists of three (3) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room, living room, childcare room (converted garage), and a fully fenced backyard. The home was observed to be clean, orderly, and well maintained , with central heating, air conditioning, and proper ventilation for safety and comfort. LPA asked the licensee if she transports children in care, and the licensee stated that she does not provide transportation . The licensee also stated that there are no firearms or weapons of any kind in the home. At 8:45 AM, LPA inspected the backyard area and confirmed that no pools, hot tubs, or other bodies of water were present, in compliance with childcare licensing regulations. The outdoor play area is fully fenced and free of hazards or dangerous conditions . The left side of the backyard is off-limits to children in care and is secured by a black safety fence . The backyard area contains age-appropriate play equipment , including small slides with cushioning underneath to help absorb falls. The backyard area also has trees that provides adequate shade to children during play. On-limit areas include: the kitchen , main bathroom , living room , childcare room (converted garage), and the main section of the backyard . The isolation area for an ill child will be the living room , away from other children in care. Off-limit areas include: the dining room (converted office) , master bedroom and master bathroom , two additional bedrooms , and the rear side yard separated by a small black fence on the left and rear left of the home. Off-limit areas are made inaccessible to children through the use of closed and/or locked doors , gates/fencing , and/or constant visual supervision . See LIC 809-C for continuance. LPA inspected the cabinets in all on-limit areas , which include the kitchen , main bathroom , living room , and the childcare room (converted garage) . No hazardous materials or toxins were observed to be accessible to children during today\342\200\231s inspection. LPA tested the dual smoke and carbon monoxide detector located in the childcare room and verified that the device was functioning properly . The home is equipped with a pull down fire alarm system, a working telephone , a first aid kit , and two fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguishers , all of which meet the standards established by the State Fire Marshal . At 9:15 AM , LPA requested and reviewed the files of three (3) children in care and one (1) staff file . All children\342\200\231s files contained the required documentation, including Identification and Emergency Information , Parent\342\200\231s Rights (LIC 995) , and Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627) . The staff file contained Employee Rights (LIC 9052) , a Mandated Reporter Training Certificate , and a Statement of Acknowledgment Requirement to Report Child Abuse (LIC 9108) . During the review, LPA Woods also verified the health records of the licensee, staff, and children, confirming that the licensee is in compliance with current immunization requirements applicable to childcare providers. At approximately 9:45 AM , LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with the licensee and provided 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 advised the licensee to check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ for infant device recalls and register all infant equipment to receive recall notifications. The licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills every six months , with the most recent drill conducted on May 30, 2025 . The licensee\342\200\231s Health and Safety Training is current, and her CPR and First Aid Certification is valid until April 2027 . Additionally, the licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training on June 18, 2025 . The facility roster was reviewed and found to accurately reflect all children currently enrolled and those no longer attending . Effective August 1, 2003, California Law requires Family Child Care Home licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to children\342\200\231s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624B). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. LPA informed the licensee that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov and encouraged the licensee to email childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov to be included in the Child Care Quarterly Updates distribution list. The licensee was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("Generl" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com . See 809-C. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/ . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. 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 inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. 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 . The licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Naga Jonnalagadda .