Routine inspection·September 3, 2025

On 9/3/2025 at 10 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an Annual / Random Visit. LPA met with the Licensee / Director Renuka Sharma and explained the purpose of the visit. On this visit, there were 6 staff and 30 preschool children. Facility operates from Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 6:30 pm. LPA toured the facility to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection with the Director. Facility\342\200\231s License, Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster, Personal Rights and Activity Schedules were observed to be posted. LPA observed that the facility follows teacher to children ratio requirement and children\342\200\231s activities were conducted under the visual supervision of the teachers, at the time of the visit. Classrooms number 1 to 3 are the licensed rooms. The classrooms, restrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. The Director stated that the facility does not possess or store any weapons on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment such as mats, cots, tables, and chairs were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children's use were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Outdoor activity space is fenced and was inspected. The play equipment was maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There were no bodies of water observed. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were shaded rest areas for children. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. Menus were posted. LPA reviewed the month\342\200\231s menu from \342\200\234School Caterers\342\200\235 and obtained a copy. Children\342\200\231s lunch and snacks are brought from home or from the \342\200\234School Caterers.\342\200\235 Food preparation and storage areas were observed to be clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures are being taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin. Disaster drills were conducted at least every six months. LPA reviewed the documented drills. The facility possesses a 2025 Fire Department Permit. Facility rosters of children and staff were reviewed, and a copy was obtained. Children\342\200\231s files were reviewed, which included records of receipt for Parents' Rights Notice, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, and Immunization. "Bright Wheel" and "Kaymbu" Software Application for Facility Operation such as but not limited to Children's Sign in and Out, Activity Log and Parent Teacher Communication. Facility files were reviewed. Child sign in and out procedures, logs were reviewed including the "paper" or manual copy on each classroom. LPA also obtained a copy of Children's Sign in and Out for the day. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm A sample of Staff's files was taken for review. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility during inspection. LPA reminded the Facility Representative that Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Providers training online at https://mandatedreporterca.com/ requires 2-year requirement. LPA reviewed Staff Immunization records of Measles and Pertussis immunization, Influenza vaccination and TB clearance. LPA reminded Facility Representative that only the Influenza vaccination can be decline with a written declination. LPA obtained copies of LIC 500 and Facility's Children's Roster. Directors were reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA discussed to the Director about the 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. The first date of water sampling was taken on 12/17/2022. Director Renuka was interested on adding a toddler program on the existing license. LPA discussed to Renuka that a licensee wishing to add a toddler component to its existing preschool or infant care program shall submit an amended application to the Regional Office. LPA provided a copy of, to the Director, the Application Booklet (LIC 281A). LPA discussed to the Director of the PIN 25-14-CCLD COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION (CCLD) COMMUNITY COMMUNICATION SURVEY. The survey will be available from 9/1/2025 to 11/30/2025 and will remain on the CCLD website to collect ongoing responses. https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN-25-14-CCLD.pdf LPA discussed to the Director of the Waivers and Exceptions for Program Flexibility, Section 101175. 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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 . In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed at the time of the visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee / Director Renuka Sharma.