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Alka Montessori Inc
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (408) 871-0320
- Address
- 70 South San Tomas Aquino
- Licensed since
Santa Clara County context
1,913*CCLD
Total facilities
2.6*CCLD
Avg citations
5.1*CCLD
Avg visits
1.0*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
8 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
What does Type A vs Type B mean?
Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.
Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.
2026
- 101429(a)(2)(B)Type B
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION FOR INFANTS
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above staff stated that they do not complete 15 minute physical sleep check which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101804(b)(2)Type B
Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA observed 7 toddlers with one staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 10121616.4(a)(2)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above during the facility tour of the toddler classroom LPA observed 7 toddlers and one staff (S2) in classroom number 1 which posesa potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101416.2(b)Type B
INFANT CARE TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES
Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties. Prior to employment, an infant care teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least three postsecondary semesters or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development, and three postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units related to the care of infants, at an accredited or approved college or university.This requirement is not met as evidenced by:Based on record review, one staff file was reviewed and were missing units for Infant &Toddler and child family and community which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101416.5(1)Type B
(1) An aide may be substituted for a teacher when all of the following conditions are met:(A) There is a fully qualified teacher directly supervising no more than 12 infants... This requirement was not met as evidenced by:LPA observed two teacher aides alone with 6 toddler children in the outdoor playground while the fully qualified toddler teacher was on her 15 minute break.
2023
- 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Based on record review, two staff files reviewed had expired Mandated Reporter training for child care providers, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101216.1(b)(1)Type B
TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES
Based on record review, one staff file reviewed was missing units for child development and cirriculum which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 101223(a)(1)(3)Type A
101223 Personal Rights(a)The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(1) To be accorded dignity in his/her personal relationships with staff and other persons.(3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature including but not limited to: interference with functions of daily living including eating, sleeping or toileting; or withholding of shelter, clothing, medication or aids to physical functioning.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on the interview with staff, staff lifted a child's shirt during class time. This poses an immediate risk to the Health, Safety or Personal Rights to children in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-02-25.
2 routine inspections, 4 complaint visits. 2 complaints on record, 2 of 2 substantiated.
- Inspection3 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
8 citations across the record on file
Nearby
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FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Alka Montessori Inc licensed in California?
Yes, Alka Montessori Inc is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2012.
How many citations does Alka Montessori Inc have?
Alka Montessori Inc has 8 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 7 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (2 inspections, 4 complaint visits, 1 other visit).
When was Alka Montessori Inc last inspected?
Alka Montessori Inc was last inspected on February 25, 2026 (about 2 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Alka Montessori Inc?
Alka Montessori Inc is a Child Care Center (CCC), which is a facility-based program typically serving larger groups of children with multiple staff members with a licensed capacity of 65 children. It is located in Campbell, Santa Clara County, California.
How does Alka Montessori Inc compare to other daycares in Santa Clara County?
Alka Montessori Inc has 8 citations. The county average is 2.6 citations per facility. There are 1,913 licensed childcare facilities in Santa Clara County.
Does Alka Montessori Inc have any serious violations?
Alka Montessori Inc has 1 Type A citation on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to children. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has Alka Montessori Inc had any complaint inspections?
Alka Montessori Inc has received 4 complaint-triggered inspections. 2 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Alka Montessori Inc serve?
Alka Montessori Inc serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 65 children.
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