Routine inspection·February 25, 2026

On 02/25/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Gonzales was greeted and granted access to the facility by Staff Maria Garcia. LPA stated the reason for todays visit was to conduct an unnanounced annual inspection. LPA took a census in the classrooms. Classroom 3 had three toddlers, 6 preschoolers and 2 staff. Owner Alka Sharma later arrived at the facility and took over the inspection. LPA discussed with owner that children from the toddler component need to be separated from the preschool component. LPA toured both indoors and outdoors of the facility during the inspection. LPA observed 7 toddlers and one staff (S2). LPA discussed toddler and staff ratio during the time of inspection with owner. LPA observed all required postings near the office. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday – Friday, 8:00AM-5:30PM. The classrooms have age-appropriate materials, toys, furnishing, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. The children's napping equipment were observed to be stored in a healthful manner. Bedding is provided by the parents and is washed weekly or as needed. Facility offers (full) day program and provides midmorning snack children. Parents provider afternoon snacks. Snacks are stored in the kitchen located in the Turtle building (building 1). The center provides hot lunch provided by a private catering company during some days of the week. Parents also have the option of bringing in lunch. Menu is in writing is posted and accessible to authorized representatives. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food is well maintained, clean, and sanitized after each use. LPA observed 4 snacks in containers in the kitchen cabinet that were not properly labeled with the name of snack and expiration date and were previously stored in containers that previously contained nuts. During an interview with the owner she stated that the containers were washed prior to the containers being used and that there were no children with allergies to nuts in the facility. Staff removed the snack from the containers and placed them in containers with proper labels. Continued on page 2... Trash cans for the disposable of solid wastes are equipped with tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available for children by water bottles from home labeled with the children’s names. Water bottles are filled throughout the day by teachers by water fountain. The outdoor play areas are fully fenced. Shade is provided by canopies. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. LPA observed a climbing structure with sufficient resilient material under and around the structure. Owner states that the facility does not provide transportation for children. At least one staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid certification. Fire/disaster drill was conducted on 02/03/2026. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC9040), and fire/disaster drill log during today’s inspection. LPA observed two fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The isolation area for sick children is classroom 2 located in the Turtle (building 1) or in the office. LPA reviewed 6 random children files during today's inspection for the following records: Admission Agreement, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC 700), Notification of Parents Rights (LIC 995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627), Physician’s Report with TB test (LIC 701). One toddler's file was missing the 15 minute infant sleep log. During interview with staff it was stated that they do not complete the 15 minute physical infant sleep check or log. LPA reviewed the regulation with owner, Alka Sharma and left a copy at the facility. LPA reviewed five staff files for the following records: Health Screening Report (LIC 503), TB Test, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse (LIC 9108), Employee rights (LIC 9052), staff qualifications, Mandated Reporter Training, Health Screening Report (LIC 503). Owner was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training every two years. Owner 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. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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 21-21.1-CCP.). CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE. LPA referred owner to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Continued on Page 3... LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with owner 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 owner of the importance of checking for 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 22-02CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) 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/ . Owner 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. 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 . Deficiencies were cited during today's inspection and details can be found on the 809-D pages. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Owner, Alka Sharma Appeal Rights provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.