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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 073409582
Report Date: 01/15/2026
Date Signed: 01/15/2026 02:34:12 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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:A LITTLE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
073409582
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SURAJ DE ALWISFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:324 37TH STREETTELEPHONE:
(510) 412-2244
CITY:RICHMONDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94805
CAPACITY: 49TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 49CENSUS: 18DATE:
01/15/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:07 AM
MET WITH:Suraj De AlwisTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:50 PM
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On 1/15/2026, Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Domantay met with Director Suraj De Alwis for the purpose of a pre-licensing inspection and to remeasure the indoor and outdoor areas. Applicant is requesting to add a new infant program ages 12 months to 24 months (capacity 18), to the facility license with existing preschool ages 2 years to first grade entry (30 capacity). Facility is requesting to be licensed to serve a total of 48 children. The infant and preschool program will operate Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Facility provides morning and afternoon snacks for children, lunch is provided by families from home. Water is provided by public tap water and children bring personal water bottles to utilize and also offer bottled water. 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.

The fire clearance was granted on 4/7/2025 from the City of Richmond Fire Department for 18 infants and 30 preschool age children.

INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:
There is 1 indoor area for the infant program, Infant Room 1. There is 4 areas for the preschool program, Room 1 (main big room), Room 2 (dining room), Room 3 (circle time room), and Room 4 (stage area). LPA observed a sufficient amount of equipment, furniture, toys, tables, chairs, and mats in classrooms. Per Director they will not be caring for crib aged infants, infants will be utilizing mats for napping. LPA observed a changing table that is in hands reach of a sink in the infant classroom. LPA observed Applicant installed a metal steel gate barrier between infant and preschool indoor areas, to separate infant and preschool classroom areas. Page 1
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Domantay
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/15/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/15/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: A LITTLE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 073409582
VISIT DATE: 01/15/2026
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Infant Indoor measurements are:
Indoor total measurements contain a total of 317.20 square feet, which will not accommodate Applicant’s request for 18 infant children.

Preschool school Indoor measurements are:
Indoor total measurements contain a total of 1301.04 square feet, which will accommodate Applicant’s request for 30 preschool children.

Individual measurements are recorded on the Capacity Worksheet (LIC 9024).

LPA observed cleaning disinfectants are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Applicant must send video testing and photo of functional carbon monoxide. LPA observed there is a kitchen on site in the facility. Director stated that facility will utilize a manual sign-in/sign-out system. There are 4 sinks and 4 toilets available for the preschool children and a separate private restroom for the staff is located in the building. Children who become ill during the day will be isolated in the office and will use the staff restroom, if necessary.

LPA advised director that the following first-aid supplies in a location accessible to staff must be inaccessible to children: current edition of a first-aid manual, sterile first-aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, and antiseptic solution.

The facility was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children and employees. LPA notified applicant a comfortable temperature for children shall be maintained at all times. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Domantay
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: A LITTLE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 073409582
VISIT DATE: 01/15/2026
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Infant Outdoor Play Yard measurements are:

Outdoor total measurements contain a total of 725.27 square feet, which will not accommodate Applicant’s request for 18 infant children.

Preschool Outdoor Play Yard measurements are:

Outdoor total measurements contain a total of 2333.05 square feet, which will accommodate Applicant’s request for 30 preschool children.

Individual measurements are recorded on the Capacity Worksheet (LIC 9024).


INFANT AND PRESCHOOL OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE:

LPA measured the outdoor infant program play area and preschool program play yard. The infant and preschool outdoor play area is fenced with wooden and cement brick fencing that is at least four feet tall. LPA observed stone mats surrounding the infant outdoor play area and stone mats and tan bark in the preschool outdoor play areas as cushioning to cushion a child's fall. LPA observed there were sufficient amount of age appropriate equipment and toys in the infant and preschool play yards. LPA observed a black metal gate with wood that is at least 4 feet tall that has been installed between the infant and preschool play areas as a barrier/gating between each programs play yards. There is shading provided by trees and cabana in the infant play yard. LPA notified applicant and director additional shading must be installed in the preschool play yard area. Applicant must provide photo of shading once installed to LPA. LPA did not observe any play structures in the infant or preschool play yards during the inspection. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA notified Director, Suraj that water tables must be fully emptied after every use.




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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Domantay
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: A LITTLE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 073409582
VISIT DATE: 01/15/2026
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Drinking water from a non-contaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. 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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16.

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 licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information)

Applicants were reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A 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, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Domantay
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: A LITTLE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 073409582
VISIT DATE: 01/15/2026
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Applicants and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at:https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep, as an additional resource. LPA also informed Applicants 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.

Applicants were 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.

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 platforms. 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.

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

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

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Domantay
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
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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
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: A LITTLE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 073409582
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A notice of site visit was given to Applicant Suraj De Alwis and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Applicant Suraj De Alwis.

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



1. Licensing Program Manager (LPM) final file review.

2. Applicant must submit revised LIC200A with updated capacity of 9 infants and 30 preschoolers total capacity 39 children.

3. Applicant must install additional shading in the preschool play yard. Applicant must provide photo of shading once installed to LPA.

4. Applicant must send video testing and photo of functional carbon monoxide.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Melissa Domantay
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/15/2026
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