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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

STRATFORD SCHOOLLicense 434417166
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 4/16/26, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA)Anna Morales conducted an Annual Random inspection and met with Director/Principal Jacqueline Soza and Head Master Swathi Krishnan. The facility is licensed to serve children ages 2 years to five years old, in rooms 1-8. LPA observed all the required posted materials, including snack and lunch menus. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm. LPA observed a current children’s roster. Last disaster drill was conducted on March 23, 2026. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. LPA observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. 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. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas classroom. LPA observed working fire extinguishers, working carbon monoxide detectors, and fire pull stations. Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning products, and medicines were stored in inaccessible to the children in care. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Floors were free from tripping hazards. Outdoor activity spaces are enclosed by fencing and are observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed play equipment were in good condition. Drinking water was observed to be readily available for children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via individual water bottles. Facility provides lunch which is prepared by a third party and serves two snacks(am/pm). 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 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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. LPA reviewed sign in and out record, and procedure. A sampling of children and staff files was taken for review during today's inspection. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Contact, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, receipt of Parent Rights Notice, Personal Rights Notice, Medical Assessment and Immunization. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. LPA reminded Director that the online AB1207 Mandated Reported Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/ . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Exit interview conducted and report reviewed with Jacqueline Soza. Appeal Rights were given. A Notice of Site Visit was issued and to post in a visible location for 30 days. No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the April 16, 2026 inspection of STRATFORD SCHOOL?

This was an inspection of STRATFORD SCHOOL on April 16, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to STRATFORD SCHOOL on April 16, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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