Routine inspection·April 2, 2026

On 4/2/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Trinh conducted an on-site inspection for the Annual Inspection. The director was not at the facility due to her health. LPA met with Assistant Director Jain Payal and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) was verified. The census was taken in individual classrooms. Overall, the census observed 21 preschool children and three (3) preschool teachers, including the Assistant Director. The Assistant Director stated that total enrollment is currently 31 children. However, children attend different program schedules. During the inspection, it was determined that the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and in compliance with staff-to-child ratios. Facility hours are 6:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE: A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date, 04/2/2026. The Assistant Director, Jain Payal, understands 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 the initial presence in a licensed childcare facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a citation of a deficiency and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code. INDOOR INSPECTION. The LPA inspected the indoor areas and areas accessible to children at the time of the visit. The facility was equipped with working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, working telephone service, and at least one fire extinguisher that meets statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. A record review shows that the last drill was documented on 3/25/2026. The Assistant Director Jain Payal stated that there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility; none were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items that could pose a danger if readily available were inaccessible to children in care . No poisons or other items that could pose a danger to children were observed during the inspection. The facility provides age-appropriate toys, play equipment, and materials for the children served. Continued page 2. page 2. ON-SITE FOOD PREPARATION: The Center does not provide lunch to children. Lunch and snacks are not provided. Drinking water is available to children indoors. Children bring their own water bottles from home, each with their name on it, and each classroom has a water jug with disposable cups. The LPA observed that the facility’s floors, equipment, furniture, and children’s bathrooms were clean, in good repair, and free of sharp edges. The facility meets all posting requirements. OUTDOOR INSPECTION. The LPA inspected the outdoor areas. The playground is enclosed by a fence at least four feet high and is in good repair. At the time of inspection, the surface of the outdoor activity area was maintained and free of any observable hazards. The areas around and under high-climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with impact-absorbing material. The outdoor equipment and toys are in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors in sports bottles labeled with their names. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The inspected outdoor facilities are safe, sanitary, and in good repair. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. PERSONNEL RECORDS. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date; 2 out of 2 staff files were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states that a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a child day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff members was reviewed and in compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training and to renew it every 2 years. Staff files were reviewed for compliance. At least one staff member present has current EMSA-approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid 6/2027 certifications. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Children's records were reviewed for compliance present during the facility inspection on this date; 5 out of 5 children's files were reviewed. Each child has a separate, complete, and current record. The sign-in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. Transportation is not offered to children in care. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. 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 a link to the publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . Continued page 3. Page 3. The Assistant Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov Director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The facility representative was informed, and the website given, that the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. LEAD TESTING: 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 childcare 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 Assistant Director stated on May 18, 2023. The director submitted a self-attestation letter and a facility sketch of preschool and infant centers. Assistant Director Jain Payal uses the bottle of water to serve the children. CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE: The assistant director understands 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 the initial presence in a licensed child care facility. Violation of this requirement will result in a citation of a deficiency and civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days. Subsequent violations within a twelve (12) month period will result in a civil penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of thirty (30) days in accordance with Section 1596.871 of the Health and Safety Code. Continued page 4. Page 4. In the areas that were evaluated, NO deficiencies were observed in the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. A technical violation was also given for CCR 101216.1 Teacher Qualification and Duties. 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/process Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The Assistant Director Jain Payal was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058), and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the Assistant Director Jain Payal. End of the Report.