Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 11/18/2025 at 11 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an Annual / Required Visit. LPA met with Licensee, Sahil Saini. Present on this visit were 9 Staff members and 62 preschool children. The facility operates from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm.
The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection with the Licensee. There are 7 licensed rooms, only 6 are in operation currently.
Facility\342\200\231s License, Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, Waiver, were observed to be posted. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. The facility is within ratio and in capacity compliance today.
The classrooms, restrooms, kitchen/pantry, storage room, staff room and office area were inspected. 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, but not limited to, mats, cots, and feeding 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 spaces are physically separate from space used by children in other programs. 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.
The food-preparation and storage areas were observed to be clean and free of litter. All food was protected against contamination. Children\342\200\231s lunch and snacks are brought from home. LPA advised the Licensee that any personal belongings, including lunch and snacks, shall be a labeled with the child's name. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair.
Facility files were reviewed. LPA observed Children\342\200\231s attendance clipboard in each classroom. LPA observed Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations, fire extinguishers and sprinkler system. The facility conducted Fire and Disaster Drills monthly, and the last drills were conducted this month of November. The facility does not provide transportation for children.
A sample of Children's files was taken for review. The records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, and Immunization.
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. 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/
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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 a 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.
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.
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 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
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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, Sahil Saini.