Routine inspection·January 21, 2026

On 01/21/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja met with Director, Varsha Kumar, for an unannounced annual/random inspection. The facility is licensed to serve 55 children ages 3-6 years with a toddler component for 32 children, ages 18-36 months in a total of 5 rooms. The facility has two active waivers on file for shared outdoor space between preschool and toddler component children and to have a maximum of 40 children in the outdoor area at any one time. LPA observed the required posted materials near the entrance. Monthly menu and daily activity schedule for each classroom were observed to be posted along with the outdoor schedule for the toddler and preschool program. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Director to submit an updated Facility Sketch (LIC 999) to LPA by 01/30/2026. LPA and Director toured classrooms and outdoor areas of the facility and observed the following ratios: Room 1 (Oak)- 9 children : 3 staff Room 2 (Maple)- 8 children: 2 staff Room 3 (Willow)- 8 children : 3 staff Toddler Component : Room 4 (Cherry Blossom)- 14 children : 4 staff Room 5 (Busy Bees)- 15 children : 4 staff LPA explained to Director that classrooms licensed for operating a toddler component cannot interchangeably be used for preschool children and toddler ratios must be maintained at all times. Written permission to participate in the toddler program must be obtained from the child's authorized representatives and maintained for review. Continued on Page 2 Once children transition to the preschool program an updated agreement must be obtained from the child's authorized representative and maintained in child's file for review. Classrooms, children's restrooms, staff restroom, kitchen and office area were inspected. Children were engaged in various table and carpet activities under visual supervision of teachers. Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning products and medicines were stored inaccessible to the children in care. Rooms used for storage were observed to be locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in the rooms. LPA observed appropriate changing tables that have raised sides and have vinyl changing pads in Rooms 4 and 5. Trash can with tight fitting cover was observed for the disposal of diapers. Napping mats are appropriate. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. Staff has one separate bathroom. Sick children will be isolated in the Director's Office or away from the other children and isolation equipment will be provided. Staff restroom in Room 2 will be used by sick child if needed. Medication for children was observed to be stored in the office. LPA observed fire extinguishers, working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on 10/27/2025 which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. Drinking water is readily available for children indoors and outdoors via individual water bottles and refilled using water pitcher. Water lead testing was completed for the facility on 02/19/2023 and no Action Level Exceedances were reported. 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 to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Facility provides morning and afternoon snacks and lunch to the children. Food and beverages were stored safely to prevent contamination and spoilage. Food storage and preparation areas were observed to be sanitary. LPA reviewed the Healthy Beverages in Child Care with Licensee during today's visit. Continued on Page 3 LPA observed that the playground is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe. Play equipment is age appropriate and free of hazards. Shade is provided by trees and building overhang. Areas under and around the play structure is cushioned with rubber flooring to absorb falls. No bodies of water were observed. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Authorized representatives sign children in and out using a personal PIN on the Brightwheel application. LPA reviewed ten (10) children’s files during today's inspection. Each child's file reviewed contained the required forms including the 15- minute sleep check log. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director 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 Director 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. Six (6) staff files were reviewed. One staff, S1 was observed to be cleared but not associated to the facility. Director reviewed Guardian and observed a request for additional verification. Director completed the association during today's inspection. LPA reminded Director to verify staff association's prior to staff being present or working at the facility. Staff files reviewed contain the required transcripts/verification of experience. At least one staff member on site has a current CPR and First Aid certification. Director understands that there shall be at least one person, with valid CPR and First Aid certifications, on site at all times or present during off-site activities (field trips). All staff have the required immunization's against pertussis, measles and statement declining influenza. One staff, S4 has not renewed the required Mandated Reporter Training which has expired. LPA reminded Director that the training needs to be renewed every 2 years. Director 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. Continued on Page 4 This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. Facility has an approved IMS Plan on file with San Jose Regional Office. LPA reminded Director to check labels, return any expired medication and obtain new medication and parental consent for children in care. 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/ . Facility does not provide transportation to children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. 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. One Type B deficiency and one technical violation was cited as a result of today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Varsha Kumar. Appeals Rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. 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