Incident investigation·February 5, 2026

On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted a Case Management-Incident visit to the above facility regarding an incident received by the Department indicating that the facility no longer has a designated Facility Director. Upon arrival, LPA met with the Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala who granted entry into the facility and guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. The facility currently has a total of 54 children currently enrolled stated by Sheela Deraniyagala, owner. LPA Perry took a census and observed a total of 35 children present. It was reported to the Department on January 20, 2026, that effective January 20, 2026, the facility would no longer have a designated Facility Director and will be looking to fill the position. During the visit, LPA Perry spoke with Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala, who confirmed that the facility at this time does not have an designated Facility Director. Per owner, Sheela Deraniyagala, she will take responsibility for the operation and oversight of the facility and the health and safety of the children in care until a fully qualified facility Director is hired. LPA perry did verify the facility had an LIC 308 – Designation of Responsibility assigned in case Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala is not able to be at the facility. Additionally, LPA reviewed Sheela Deraniyagala qualifications. LPA provided Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala information on Title 22 regulations related to Facility Director requirements and informed Sheela Deraniyagala that childcare centers are required to have a qualified and designated Facility Director. LPA also informed Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala that when a Facility Director position becomes open, the licensee shall appoint a fully qualified director within 30 days as well as required to report to the department per title 22 regulations. Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala, understood. LPA provided Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala with Director Checklist and informed Sheela Deraniyagala to notify the Department once a director has been selected and to submit a complete Director Packet to the department. At the time of this visit, the facility was operating within ratio and staffing requirements and is currently in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. No deficiencies are being cited at this time. An exit interview was conducted with Owner, Sheela Deraniyagala and a copy of this report was provided to the facility representative. Appeal rights were discussed and provided.