Follow-up·May 28, 2025

On 5/28/25 at 8:40am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jeanine Lipsey and Laticia Thompson conducted an unannounced case management licensee-initiated inspection for the purpose of a capacity increase. LPA’s met with Director Rahmath Khalid and announced the reason for the visit. The childcare center operates Monday – Friday 7AM-6:00PM. The licensee is requesting an increase to their infant license program from 8 to 13 infants, ages newborn to 24 months. The visit is to ensure that health, safety and personal rights as requires by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. There were 8 infants present being supervised by 3 staff during this inspection. The fire clearance was approved on 4/29/25. Indoor measurements are : The Indoor measurements contain a total of 442.06 which will not accommodate Directors request for 13 infants. Based on today’s measurement the facility capacity limit for indoor space is 12 infants. Outdoor Play measurements are: The outdoor activity space measurements were not measured due to the facility was not prepared for the capacity increase. A chain link fence was present separating the new space from the old space. The play yard space was not clearly defined. Indoor/Children’s Area: The following was observed: Parents/Authorized Representative sign in and out electronically under the Brightwheel Application. The smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and working properly. Staff restrooms were not separated from Preschoolers Per Director, the staff and the children share the same restrooms staff has access to a separate stall. The facility has filtered water dispensers where children can fill their personal water bottles for outdoor and indoor activities. LPA observed First aid kit with the required materials including a handheld digital thermometer. Medication is stored in a box located above a 5 foot cabinet out of reach of children. Ill children use the directors desk area for isolation. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting lids. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in locked cabinets. The classrooms were clean in good repair. Classrooms have adequate lighting. Windows were in good repair free of chipping paint, dirt, insects or debris. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. There is a sufficient quantity and variety of age- appropriate play equipment in good condition. Tables and chairs were observed to meet the needs of the children. There are cubbies in all classrooms for storage of children clothing and personal belongings. There are 5 cribs for napping but not enough to accommodate the current capacity of infants. The classrooms have central air for heating and cooling. The required postings are posted in an area were parents and visitors can review. The facility provides lunch and snacks. The kitchen and food-preparation storage areas were observed to be clean and free of litter and rubbish. Menus are in writing and are posted in advance in an area accessible for review by the child's authorized representative. Copies of the menus as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the child's authorized representative and the Department upon request. There is a refrigerator located in the kitchen that has a thermostat to regulate the temperature. The facility does/ not provide transportation. Per Licensee, there are no Firearms and other weapons on the premises. The entire outdoor activity grounds are enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence is at least four feet high. The surface of the outdoor activity space has artificial grass for cushioning to prevent injury from falls. The outdoor activity space was observed to be maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. There was not adequate shade in the outdoor activity area. Facility Representative/Director stated there are not any bodies of water on the facility grounds. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. The director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep , as an additional resource. LPA's printed out regulations for the director to read and understand. An exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Rahmath Khalid. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.