Routine inspection·April 23, 2026

On April 23, 2026, at 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with Director Ananda Triulzi. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection, and the facility was toured both indoors and outdoors for a health and safety inspection. There was one (1) preschool-age child present during the inspection and no additional staff. The facility’s current hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The facility is located on a former elementary school campus owned by Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC), which leases former classrooms to daycare providers; multiple licensed childcare facilities operate on the premises. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained the required clearance or exemption and are properly associated with the facility. LPA conducted a census of the children, and it matched the one signature recorded on the sign-in sheet. At approximately 2:00 PM, LPA reviewed one child’s file, which contained the required documentation, including Personal Rights, Parent’s Rights, Medical Consent forms, and Identification and Emergency Information. At approximately 2:20 PM, LPA reviewed one (1) staff file. The file contained the required Health Screening, Employee Rights, and Statement Acknowledging the Requirement to Report Child Abuse forms. At least one opening and closing staff member has a current CPR and First Aid certification. LPA tested the facility’s smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and found them to be functioning properly. The facility also has a working telephone, first aid kits in each room, and multiple fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers mounted on the walls in each classroom, meeting the standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, with the most recent drill completed on April 1, 2026. The two (2) classrooms were inspected around 2:45 PM, and teacher-to-child ratio was observed to be maintained. The classrooms are arranged to support children’s exploration across different learning areas. There are adequate play and learning materials available. The floors were clean, and the furniture was appropriately sized for preschool-age children. All play equipment is age-appropriate and in good repair. Each child has access to individual storage space for their belongings. The designated isolation area for ill children is the Director’s office, separate from other children in care. All required licensing documents are posted in a publicly accessible area. See LIC 809-C. This facility provides lunch and snacks for children in care, and weekly menus are posted. In the kitchen area, LPA observed a refrigerator that was clean and free of any evidence of rodents. LPA reminded the Director that all individuals involved in food preparation and service must follow proper personal hygiene and food sanitation practices to prevent contamination. All solid waste storage containers were observed to have tight-fitting covers and were in good repair. 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 link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . LPA observed that the center’s restroom is shared by staff and children. The restroom includes a designated stall marked for staff use. Per the Director, adults only use the restroom when no children are present. LPA verified that the toilets were functioning properly by flushing them to ensure they were in safe operating condition. LPA also checked the water temperature to confirm it was not excessively hot for children in care. The center maintains an adequate supply of soap, toilet paper, and paper towels for children. The playground area is fully fenced and was observed to be free of defects and hazardous conditions at the time of the inspection. There are no play structures or swings on the yard. All play equipment is age-appropriate and in good repair. Available outdoor equipment includes a climbing apparatus, building blocks, sand, digging tools, water tables, and wagons. Trees on the playground provide adequate shade for children during outdoor activities. California Law requires Child Care Centers licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child's parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. The director was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com . See 809-C. Lead Testing – Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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 . The director 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. The director 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. There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director Ananda Triulzi .