Routine inspection·April 29, 2026

On April 29, 2025 at approximately 3:30PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katie Krenn arrived to conduct an unannounced annual inspection visit at the facility. LPA met with Licensee, Natalia Dontova (L1) and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit in addition to L1, was one helper, nine preschool children and one infant. L1 has a large license and is operating within the capacity limits and ratios during today's visit. All adults living and working in the home have obtained criminal record fingerprint clearance from the Department of Social Services. DAY CARE AREAS the living room (main play area), bedroom #2 (napping room), bedroom #3 (additional napping area), bathroom #2, the backyard, and an accessory dwelling unit (classroom). OFF LIMIT AREAS the kitchen, dining room, bedroom #1, bathroom #1, and garage. Off limit areas are made inaccessible with child safety door handles and installed child safety gates. Per L1, there are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property. LPA observed that all required postings—including the Facility License, Notification of Parents’ Rights (PUB 393), and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist—were displayed by the front door in the entry area where children are dropped off and picked up. LPA observed that the home is equipped with a fully stocked accessible first aid kit, a fully charged fire extinguisher, two combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and emergency supplies. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be functioning. Last emergency drill was conducted in March 2026 and LPA saw that it was documented. continued on page 2 Page 2 LPA observed the childcare roster that L1 maintains, all children present at the time of the inspection were listed on the roster. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and verified that disaster drills are conducted at least every six months. Per L1, there are no weapons or firearms in the home and no smoking on the property. LPA toured day care areas of home with L1. LPA observed the home to be in good condition with proper temperature and ventilation. Home is equipped with a variety of toys and materials that were observed to be in good condition. LPA did not observe any accessible cleaning supplies, poisons, and solutions in day care areas. All cleaning supplies are kept in areas inaccessible to the children. LPA observed electrical outlets to be made inaccessible with outlet covers. LPA observed that the fireplace was made inaccessible with furniture. Per L1, she provides breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for the all the children in care. Per L1, none of the children currently in care have a documented allergy nor require L1 to administer any medications. LPA observed bathroom for children's use was in proper working condition. LPA observed bathroom to include appropriate toileting equipment and sanitation products. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials to be accessible to children in the bathroom. L1 has toddler beds and a play yard for each child to rest or nap. LPA observed the beds and play yard and found that they met the requirements for safe sleep, including tightly fitting mattress and sheets. Per L1, the bedding goes home with children on Fridays for laundering. The entire backyard is fully enclosed by a fence. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property. LPA observed the artificial grass around and under climbing equipment, slides, and swings. LPA reviewed five children records to ensure that all the necessary documents were complete. The children’s files were complete with emergency identification information and required immunizations. LPA observed that infants under 24 months had 15 minute sleep checks. continued on page 3 Page 3 LPA reviewed staff records for L1 and staff present. Both L1 and staff have current Mandated Reporter Training certifications and current Pediatric CPR First Aid. Immunization records were available for L1 and staff. TB clearance for staff was not available for review. L1 said that L1 would email LPA the TB clearance by Friday, May 1, 2026 Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 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 the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee 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. continued on page 4 Page 4 Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters, and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/communitycare-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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 . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Natalia Dontova