Routine inspection·November 12, 2025

On 11/12/2025 at 3:30 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an Annual / Random Visit. LPA met with the Teacher Prashansa Kanegaonkar and explained the purpose of today's visit. Present on this visit were 2 staff and 3 preschool children. The facility\342\200\231s operating days and hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA toured the facility with Teacher Prashansa to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Facility resides on the property of St. James Orthodox Church. Facility\342\200\231s License, Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. Facility was observed to follow teacher to children ratio requirement during LPAs' inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. The facility operates in 3 classrooms, namely, Colorful Souls, Miles of Smiles and Performing Arts. The classrooms, bathrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Teacher Prashansa stated that the facility does not possess nor 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, changing table, and chairs were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Bathrooms 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. Food and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Snacks are being provided at AM and PM. Children's lunches are brought from home. The food storage area was clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations, fire extinguishers. The Facility Representative stated that the school conducted a Fire and Earthquake Disaster Drills. The facility does not provide transportation for children, but Teacher Prashansa understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in park vehicles. Facility files were reviewed. Children sign in and out procedures and today\342\200\231s logs were reviewed. A sampling 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 AB 1207 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. Teacher Prashansa stated that 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\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Last Child Care Lead Samples Results were on 10/08/2025. The Facility Representative 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. 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. The facility representative 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Teacher Prashansa.