Routine inspection·March 11, 2026

On 03/11/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), D. Valdez Santana conducted an onsite visit for the purpose of a random Annual Inspection. LPA and Director, Madhuri Fernando toured the facility inside and outside the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. The overall census was 2 staff and 23 preschool-age children. Director stated they currently have 42 children enrolled. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are from 6:30a.m.- 6:00p.m. Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is provided by parents; facility provides morning and afternoon snacks. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by children’s own water bottles with each child’s name on it staff refill them as necessary. The children's bathroom was clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots and bedding is stored individually and is taken home weekly to be washed by parents. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. Last drill conducted was on 02/27/2026. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguishers. Continue to page 2 Page 2 Facility met all posting requirements . The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material rubber nuggets commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by water by drinking fountain and children’s own water bottles and disposable cups. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on today’s date, 3 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles and influenza for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. All staff have current Mandated Reporter training certificates. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 07/2027. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 of children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached, when necessary, Immunization records, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Notification of Parent’s Rights (LIC995A), and medical assessment. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Continue to page 3. Page 3 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 . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Facility tested their water for lead on 01/07/2023, Passed with no high exceedance of lead. This facility does not provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Director stated they do not administer medications at this time. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Continue to page 4 Page 4 Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative Madhuri Fernando. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights discussed. Facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. Page 4 of 4. End of Report.