Routine inspection·July 7, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham conducted an unannounced random annual inspection on 07/07/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 11:48 AM. LPA met with Director Uranus Noorzay who guided LPA on tour of the facility. This is a single licensed childcare center licensed for 18 infants and 80 preschoolers. Facility consists of 8 classrooms, only 6 classrooms are in use. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 7:00pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff were present during this visit: 9 infants with 3 staff and 23 preschoolers with 2 staff. Teacher/child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be always under visual supervision of a teacher. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed. Preschool napping equipment (mats) were observed in each classroom. For infants each crib and mat are occupied by only one infant at time and cribs are kept free from all loose articles including blankets and pillows and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Staff physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and Page 1. documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness, and labored breathing. Documentation for infants up to 12 months includes sleeping position if it is other than on their back. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. Staff-infant ratio requirements are being met while infants are sleeping. Indoor space is physically separate from other child care components. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Toys were observed to be safe, and do not have sharp points, edges, splinters and are not made of small parts that can pose a choking hazard. LPA did not observe any baby walkers or any items that fall into that category present in the facility. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. LPA observed that infant changing tables have a padded surface no less than one-inch-thick and are covered with washable vinyl. The infant changing tables have raised sides that are at least 3 inches high. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the office. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms via water dispenser. Children bring their own water bottle. LPA also observed water fountains on the playground. LPA observed during file review that the water was tested for lead in November 2022. LPA informed Director water must be tested for lead once every 5 years. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detector was observed in the classroom and is operable. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Food is provided by the facility. The facility provides lunch and PM snack. Per Director, all meals for infants are provided by the center except for Page 2. formula and infants are fed in accordance with the individual plan. First Aid supplies were observed. Per Director, medication is not administered at the facility. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Infants have a physically separate outdoor activity space from the preschoolers. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility. A sample of children’s records were reviewed for Admission Agreement, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 613-Personal Rights, LIC 702-Health History, and LIC 701 Physicians Report, and Immunization Records. A sample of staff records were reviewed for Education, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC503- Health Screening, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. LPA did not observe a current Mandated Reporter Certificate for the Director and 1 staff is missing their TB clearance. 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. Page 3. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Uranus Noorzay. 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 will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/ tion-process . Page 4.