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Inspection visit

Facility-requested visit

CREC PRESCHOOL IN CAMPBELLLicense 434417158
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On January 14, 2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Martha Jimenez-Villanueva and Janette Cruz conducted an unannounced case management inspection in response to a request for change of capacity from 33 to 58 preschool children ages 2-6 years in rooms Peace, Love, Joy, A & B. LPAs met with Zanzhu Chen, Director, and explained to her purpose of today\342\200\231s inspection. Also present during inspection is Ginjen Ju, facility owner. The Preschool Program currently serves children ages 2 years - entry to first grade. The Facility received a fire safety inspection approval from the Santa Clara County Fire Department for the change of capacity on 11/06/2025. LPAs toured and measured the indoor and outdoor areas of the Facility during today's inspection. LPAs observed that the teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's visit. Preschool Classroom measurements are: The Indoor total measurements contain a total of {2069.62} square feet, which will accommodate Applicant's request for 58 preschool children. Preschool Outdoor Play measurements are: Outdoor total measurements contain a total of {1648.76} square feet, which will not accommodate Applicant\342\200\231s request for 58 preschool children. Facility owner stated that preschool children will access the outdoor playground on a staggered schedule. Applicant shall submit an outdoor waiver for playground use. LPAs observed classrooms are clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. All outdoor and indoor passage ways and other areas of potential hazard were free of obstruction. 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. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age-appropriate. There are 95 chairs, 19 tables, 48 cubbies, 20 hooks, 37 mats, 10 cots, 4 toilets, 1 urinal and 8 sinks available for preschool children. There is a separate staff toilet not utilized by the children which an isolated child can use if needed. Lunch will be provided by the parents while snacks will be prepared and provided by the facility. Drinking water is available via mounted filtered water refill station. Food preparation and storage areas was observed to be clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures shall be taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin. LPAs advised that facility maintains first aid supplies in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. LPAs observed outdoor area is fenced and free of hazards. The playground is enclosed by a fence at least four feet high to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. Shade was provided by trees and an outdoor sunshade structure. The areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides had resilient material (rubber matting) that can absorb falls. Climbing equipment is labeled for use of children ages 2-5 years. LPAs advised that per regulations, all play equipment and materials used by children shall be age-appropriate. LPAs observed no bodies of water. Director stated that there are no weapons within facility premises. Based on today's inspection, LPAs discussed the Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 with Director. 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. Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure. Facility owner was unable to provide LPA's with proof of water testing for lead. LPAs conducted an exit interview and advised Director that request for increase in capacity from 30 to 58 children shall be approved with the following conditions: 1. Approval of outdoor waiver for shared playground use. 2. Proof of water testing for lead. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Zanzhu Chen, Director and Ginjen Ju, facility owner. A deficiency was cited during today's inspection A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

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.

  • 101700(b)Type B

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What happened during the January 14, 2026 inspection of CREC PRESCHOOL IN CAMPBELL?

This was a other inspection of CREC PRESCHOOL IN CAMPBELL on January 14, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CREC PRESCHOOL IN CAMPBELL on January 14, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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