Routine inspection·January 30, 2026

On 01/30/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, conducted an unannounced annual/random inspection. LPA was granted access to the home by Licensee, Aarti Aggarwal and explained the nature of today\342\200\231s inspection. There were no children present during the inspection as licensee only cares for school age children. Licensee stated that she will leave to pick children at 3pm after dismissal from school. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM. LPA observed all required posted materials in the family room of the home. Four adults and no minor children reside in the home. Licensee submitted an updated Application for a Family Child Home License (LIC 279) and Current Children in the Home (LIC 279B) forms during today's inspection. Licensee to email proof of negative TB test for two adults residing in the home to LPA by 02/06/2026. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. Licensee has a working telephone in the home. All detergents, cleaning compounds, poisons, medications, sharp objects and other similar items were observed to be stored inaccessible to children. The home has central heating/cooling and ventilation for comfort of children. The home is single story with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. In use areas inside the home: family room and bathroom next to the living room. LPA observed a barricaded fireplace in the family room. Off limit areas outside the home: gated left side section and five storage sheds. LPA observed a locked and covered hot tub up a flight of stairs. Licensee has a water fountain at a higher inaccessible location. Backyard is fenced and both sides of the home are gated. The outdoor space and play equipment were observed to be age appropriate and free of hazards. LPA observed that the bathroom used by children was in operating condition. Toilets and faucet are clean and operable. The shower area is free of any hazards. Licensee understands that smoking is prohibited in the home. LPA observed a fenced play area in the backyard that Licensee states that it is for younger children and is not used by school age children Continued on page 2 LPA observed a 3A40BC fire extinguisher that was last serviced on 06/09/2025 and working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee states that she does not have any weapons. Licensee has two pet dogs in the home. Drinking water is readily available for children in the home via individual water bottles and through a water dispenser when outdoors. Licensee states that she provides snacks to the children in care. Licensee understands that any food brought from home shall be labeled with each child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. LPA reviewed Healthy Beverages in Child Care with Licensee. LPA reviewed a current children's roster and obtained a copy. Last fire/disaster drill was logged on 08/06/2025 which is within the 6-month requirement for facilities. LPA reviewed 2 children's files and both were observed to be complete with the required forms. Licensee does not have liability insurance for the day care and issues the Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance for Family Child Care Home (LIC 282) to all families. LPA reviewed licensee's file for the required forms and found them to be current and up to date. All individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee has current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification which expires on 03/11/2026. Licensee has the required immunization's in file for measles, pertussis and statement declining influenza. Licensee's Mandated Reporter Training expires on 05/08/2027. Licensee understands the training is mandatory to all Licensees and adults in the home in contact will children and requires renewal every two years. 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. Supervision of children was discussed with Licensee, and she understands that she or a qualified adult must be present in the home during day care hours and ensure that the children are supervised at all times. Continued on Page 3 LPA discussed the requirement for Licensee to be present at the facility 80 percent of the hours the facility is in operation and that temporary absences shall not exceed 20 percent of the hours that the facility is providing care per day. Licensee understands her capacity options and she understands that she cannot have more than 14 children in the home at any time and a qualified assistant must be present. Licensee understands in absence of a helper her license capacity is reduced to 8 and ratio (age of the children) must be observed. LPA discussed "zero tolerance" related regulations which includes the assessment of an immediate $500 per day civil penalty for any violation of a "zero tolerance" related regulation. A $500 immediate civil penalty is assessed for serious violations such as absence of supervision, accessible bodies of water, accessible firearms, refused entry of licensing staff, presence of an excluded person, and violations that result in illness or injury. An ongoing civil penalty of $100 per day continues until the violation(s) is corrected. Licensee was encouraged to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing updates and regulations. Licensee currently has overdue fees and LPA provided Licensee with information to complete the payment. Licensee completed the payment during today's visit. 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. Licensee is not administering any medication or IMS to children at this time. 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/ . Licensees stated that she transports children. LPA reminded Licensee that children cannot be left in parked vehicles unattended at any time, the motor vehicles used to transport children shall be maintained in safe operating conditions, and all vehicle occupants must be secured in an appropriate restraint system. 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. During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. As a result of today's inspection, there were no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Aarti Aggarwal. Appeal rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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 .