Routine inspection·October 20, 2025

On 10/20/2025 at 12:25PM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Licensee, Eleandra Goncalves de Souza. The purpose of today\342\200\231s visit was explained and was for an unannounced, annual/ random inspection. Present was the licensee and two assistants caring for 11 children. ( 2 infant-age, 9 preschool-age). Adults have criminal record clearances on file. The licensee\342\200\231s home is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 level house. Per licensee, days and hours of operations are: Monday- Friday, 7:30AM- 5:30PM. The areas of the home designated for childcare are: Living Room (Playroom); Bedroom #1 (Napping Room); Bathroom #1; and Backyard Area. The areas of the home designated as off-limits: Garage (Pass through only); Bedroom #2; #3; and Kitchen (Pass through only). LPA inspected the facility for health and safety hazards. At 12:40PM., the following was observed: Facility clean, neat, with age-appropriate playthings available for the children. The floor and ground surfaces were clear of obstructions or hazards. The children\342\200\231s furniture, materials, and toys were in good repair, and free of sharp corners or splinters. The accessible fireplace and electrical outlets have been covered. The off-limit areas have been made inaccessible with child safety gates, and knobs. LPA observed tables, chairs, scaled to the appropriate size, located in the backyard. For napping services, LPA observed infant play pen and mat stored on bedroom #1. The facility bathroom (#1) was observed clean, with faucet and toilet in operating condition. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and items which can pose a danger, have been stored in the off-limit areas. The facility was comfortable with ventilation and lighting. Facility has telephone service; carbon monoxide/ smoke combination detectors; and fire extinguisher (2A:10BC). (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.) (PAGE 2) LPA inspected the backyard area. The area was completed enclosed with playthings in good repair. LPA observed scooters and tricycles available. Per licensee, several safety helmets are stored on-site. Home does not have any pools; fishponds; jacuzzi; or other bodies of water. At 1:30PM., LPA reviewed facility records including the children and staff files. Staff files were reviewed and included proof of required immunization; and Acknowledgement to Report Suspected Child Abuse (LIC9108). LPA reminded licensee to ensure staff\342\200\231s mandated reporter training certifications (AB1207) are stored in the facility files. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued. The children\342\200\231s files were reviewed and included the: Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700); Immunization Records; Consent for Medical Treatment (LIC627); Health History (LIC702); and Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A). The licensee\342\200\231s cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/ Pediatric First Aid Certification was current, expiring on 7/2027. The licensee\342\200\231s proof of the completed mandated reporter training course (AB1207) was current, expiring on 6/2026. Facility is conducting required disaster drill every 6 months, with last drill done on 6/2/2025 properly logged. The required forms are posted in facility and include the: License; Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights (PUB379); and Written Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610). Per licensee, isolation of an ill child is in the playroom. Per licensee, facility provides daily snack/ meal service for several children. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.) (PAGE 3) The licensee was reminded that all adults 18 years and over living in the home, person who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employee and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain criminal clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. 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 discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep Web page at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesource/child-care-licesning/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on United States consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at http://www.cpsc.gov and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Facility was informed of the www.mychildcareplan.org site is a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting to child care providers and resources and referral agencies (R&R) throughout California. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see PIN 20-02-CCP. When an IMS is provided, a plan for 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- 0382 (TTY) and link to publications: Commonly asked questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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 tool, please send them 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/inforesource/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Based on today's inspection, no deficiencies were cited in areas evaluated according to California Title 22, Div. 12 Chap. 3, Health and Safety Code of Regulations. An exit interview and facility evaluation report was discussed with Licensee, Eleandra Goncalves de Souza. The licensee\342\200\231s signature on this form acknowledges the receipt of these documents. During exit interview, licensee confirmed no registered sex offenders are living in the facility, and LPA completed RSO profile. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.