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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 343625084
Report Date: 07/26/2023
Date Signed: 07/26/2023 03:58:54 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME:GENIUS KIDS INFANTFACILITY NUMBER:
343625084
ADMINISTRATOR:SADISHKUMAR, KOTHAIFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:2740 LA LOMA DRIVETELEPHONE:
(925) 998-0385
CITY:RANCHO CORDOVASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95670
CAPACITY: 38TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 38CENSUS: 4DATE:
07/26/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:00 PM
MET WITH:Kothai SadishkumarTIME COMPLETED:
04:45 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Erwina Pascual-Golamco and Kyrsten Williams and Licensing Program Manager Natalie Dunaway met with Applicant Kothai Sadishkumar for the purpose of an announced pre-licensing (change of ownership) inspection. Also present during this inspection was co-owner Sadish Thiyagarajan. Facility was previously licensed under facility number 343622469. Applicant is requesting infant license with a maximum of 38 infant children. The program operates Monday through Friday from 6:30AM to 6:00PM. Census included 4 infant children and 2 staff. The fire clearance was granted on 07/18/2023.

LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311A, Records To Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted. Applicant acknowledges that the following documents must be posted at all times: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, Effects of Lead Exposure, car seat poster, menus, and daily schedule.



Applicant stated the facility will provide AM/PM snack, and a lunch for infants who are transitioning to solid food. Applicant stated parents will provide milk and formula for the younger infants.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Erwina Pascual-Golamco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/26/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: GENIUS KIDS INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 343625084
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:
The classrooms are equipped with sufficient infant size furnishing, cubbies and hooks, and a variety of age-appropriate toys that appear to be in good repair. LPA observed 4 cribs and 12 more are available when needed. Applicant acknowledges there will be a maximum of 16 infants under 12 months old, due to available cribs. There is a kitchen to support the food service equipped with a stove and refrigerator. This area is off-limits to the children. The infant napping area is physically separated from the activity space.

There are four infant classrooms. The total square footage for the two classrooms is 1330.63 sq. feet. Rooms were previously measured on 2/22/18. This measurement will accommodate the requested capacity of 38 infants. There is a separate staff restroom located in Room 1. Children who become ill during the day will be isolated in the office.

There is a first aid kit in each of the classrooms. Medication will be stored in the office and inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed cleaning disinfectants appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Applicant stated there are no firearms or weapon on the premises. Applicant stated indoor and outdoor drinking water is provided via water coolers or water pitchers with individualized water bottles. LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors throughout the facility. LPA observed an electronic sign-in/sign-out system.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Erwina Pascual-Golamco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: GENIUS KIDS INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 343625084
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:
The outdoor play area is fenced and is equipped with age-appropriate equipment. Water jugs are available outdoors and individual water bottles are provided. There is sufficient resilient material underneath age appropriate climbing structures. The outdoor play area contains a total of 4875.030 square feet, that was previously measured on 2/22/18, which will accommodate the applicant's requested capacity of 38 infants.

There is one outdoor area on the property designated for infants and is separate from the preschool outdoor activity space. The outdoor play area is surrounded by a fence that is at least four feet tall. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate outdoor toys and equipment. The playground is shaded by canopies.

LPA discussed the following: 100% supervision is required at all times; personal rights; inspection authority; reporting requirements; staff to children ratios and capacity; staff qualifications; and maintaining buildings and grounds. LPA discussed with Applicant any changes that may occur regarding the director or an employee acting in the director's absence must be reported to department within 10 working days.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Erwina Pascual-Golamco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: GENIUS KIDS INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 343625084
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/
safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

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/.

Applicant 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Erwina Pascual-Golamco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: GENIUS KIDS INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 343625084
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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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 childcare 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 Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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. Director was informed of the https://mychildcareplan.org/; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Applicant was encouraged to visit the Department website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for childcare updates, current forms, legislation, and regulation information. A copy of this report will remain on file for a period of three years for public review upon request.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Erwina Pascual-Golamco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: GENIUS KIDS INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 343625084
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2023
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Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform.

To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

The following items are required before a license will be issued:

  1. Transcripts for assistant infant director – Vanessa cannot be both director and assistant. Tiani cannot be director at two addresses. Until transcripts are received, infant capacity cannot exceed 24. Transcripts must be received by Friday, August 4, 2023. Until the transcripts are received, the license will be in provisional status which will expire October 26, 2023 and cannot be renewed.
  2. Pending Licensing Program Manager Natalie Dunaway’s final review
  3. Association for Kothai Sadishkumar.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant, Kothai Sadishkumar and Sadish Thiyagarajan.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Erwina Pascual-Golamco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2023
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