Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Tatiana Bickham and DeCondia Ferguson conducted an unannounced random annual inspection on 04/22/2026. LPA arrived at the facility at 10:25 AM. LPA met with Director/Licensee Uranus Noorzay who guided LPAs on tour of the facility. This is a single licensed center for 18 infants and 80 preschoolers. Facility consists of 8 classrooms, with 6 classrooms currently in use. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 6:00pm.
All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff were present during this visit: 21 preschoolers being supervised by 4 staff and 6 infants being supervised by 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 not observed to be always under visual supervision of a teacher. LPAs observed a child in the restroom with the door closed alone, LPAs informed the Director children must be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times.
LPAs were unable to review the children’s roster. The facility is currently using Bright-Wheel for their roster, Bright-Wheel does have all the documentation that is required by Licensing. LPAs informed the Director to create a roster using LIC 9040 form. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Children present were signed in. This facility uses Bright-Wheel which is an electronic sing-in and sign-out system. Disaster
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drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 04/16/2026. LPAs observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in the entrance. LPAs informed the Director to update the Licensing Forms with the correct address in the classrooms.
Furniture and equipment throughout the facility were inspected and found to be age-appropriate and in good repair. LPAs observed the wrap around the poles on the preschool playground to be torn. LPAs informed the Director to re-install the wrap surrounding the poles on the yard. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated and are in operating condition. The isolation area for infants and preschoolers is located in the office. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were available and in good repair in all restrooms. All indoor floors were clean and safe, and materials accessible to children were free of toxins. LPAs observed two dead roaches in the classrooms that are not currently in use, LPAs informed the Director to have staff clean to rooms and inspect for insects. LPAs informed the Director to continuously spray the facility to ensure they are no insects in the classrooms.
The infant’s indoor space is physically separate. Toys were observed to be safe, free of sharp points, edges, splinters, and choking hazards. No baby walkers or similar items were present. Cribs are used individually per infant, LPAs did not observe any objects hanging above or attached to cribs. Infants are placed on their backs to sleep, and staff physically check on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes, documenting any signs of distress such as flushed skin, increased body temperature, restlessness, or labored breathing. Documentation for infants up to 12 months includes sleeping position if other than on their back, and an Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is on file for each infant. 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. LPA observed 15-minute safe sleep documentation for infants in care. LPAs observed Staff-infant ratio requirements being met while infants were sleeping. At 12:45 PM LPAs observed 5 infants napping in their cribs, LPAs observed 1 infant napping with a bottle in their mouth and 3 infants napping with their bottles next to them. LPAs informed the Director infants are not allowed to nap with any loose items in their crib, LPAs informed the Director the infants sleeping with bottles in their mouth can be a potential choking hazard.
LPA reminded Licensee that at no time shall Infants be swaddled while in care. LPA observed that infant changing tables have a padded surface no less than one-inch-thick and are covered with washable vinyl or plastic. The infant changing tables have raised sides that are at least 3 inches high.
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Parents provide linens for infants, which are sent home weekly for washing. Infants have individual cubbies and fridge boxes for storing belongings. LPAs observed the fridge in the infant room to have a temperature of 10 degrees, LPAs informed the Director the fridge must have a temperature of 45 degrees. Bottled drinking water is available indoors, and infants use personal sippy cups brought from home. Bottles, dishes, and food containers brought by parents are labeled with the infant’s name and current date.
Preschool children have their own cubbies to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed. Napping equipment (mats) were observed in the classroom storage room. LPAs observed the mats in the classroom to be same color on both sides, LPAs informed the Director one side of the mat must be labeled so that the sleeping side can be distinguished from the floor side. Drinking water is available in classrooms via personal water bottles and sparkles drinking water containers, which are also present in the playground. LPA observed during file review that the water was tested for lead in March 2023, LPAs reminded the Director that the water must tested once every 5 years.
Disinfectants, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be accessible. LPAs observed cleaning supplies in the children’s bathroom accessible to children in care, LPAs informed the Director cleaning supplies must be inaccessible. According to the Director, medication is not administered to a child at the facility. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. First Aid supplies were observed. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements.
Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides lunch and PM snacks for older infants who eat table food and follow the needs and service plan for the younger infants. For preschool children lunch and PM snacks are provided by the facility. LPAs informed the Director all full day programs must provide AM snacks and PM snacks..
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 movable bins, have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and are in good repair. All foods/beverages are not stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.
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Outdoor spaces for infants and preschoolers are physically separate. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area has adequate shade. No firearms, pools, or bodies of water were present on the premises.
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.
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.
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.
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
Based on the LPA’s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.
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A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year).
The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent.
Licensee was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit.
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.
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