Routine inspection·May 22, 2026

On 5/22/2026 at 8:30 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an annual / random visit. LPA met with the Licensee / Director Oksana Bzhenova. and LPA explained the nature of the site visit. Present on this visit were 9 staff members and 57 preschool children. The facility is open from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA toured the facility with the Head of School and the Director to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules and Waiver were observed to be posted. Facility was observed to follow teacher to children ratio requirement during the LPAs' inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. The classrooms Blue (A), Green (B) and Pink (C) are the licensed rooms. The classrooms, restrooms, storage room, office area were inspected. The facility's designated isolation room is the "sick room." 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. LPA reminded the Director that firearms and other weapons are not allowed on or stored on the premises of a childcare center. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. 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 and Snacks are provided for the morning and the afternoon. Children's lunches brought from home and or pre-selected through "Hot Lunch," a third-party food provider. Facility files were reviewed. Facility has waivers to use the outdoor play area. Children and Staff sign in logs were reviewed and LPA obtained copies. The facility is currently using an electronic sign-in and out system called "Brightwheel" application, and also for Record Keeping. LPA observed Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations and fire extinguishers. The facility conducted Fire and Disaster Drills monthly and the last drills were conducted in May 13.2026. Facility does not provide transportation for children. A sampling of Children's files was taken for review. The reviewed records included Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, and Immunization. A sample of Staff's files was taken for review. The reviewed records included Staff Qualification, Immunization, TB clearance and Mandated Reporter Training Certificates. LPA obtained copies of an updated LIC 500 and Facility's Children's Roster. The facility does handle medications and does currently have children in care who requires Incidental Medical Services - IMS Epinephrine and Inhaled Medication. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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 . 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 21-21.1- CCP). LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information The director was 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. The Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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 . There are no deficiencies cited on this visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee / Director Oksana Bzhenova.