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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 414004526
Report Date: 08/20/2025
Date Signed: 08/20/2025 04:46:44 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/20/2025 04:46 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME:SAFARI KID MENLO PARKFACILITY NUMBER:
414004526
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MENON, SANDHYAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:107 CLOVER LANETELEPHONE:
(650) 322-0192
CITY:MENLO PARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94025
CAPACITY: 24TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 16CENSUS: 16DATE:
08/20/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Case Management - Annual ContinuationUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:02 AM
MET WITH:Sandhya MenonTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:15 PM
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On August 20, 2025 at approximately 8:00AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katie Krenn arrived at the facility to conduct a continuation of an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Director, Sandhya Menon and explained that the purpose of today's visit. There were 16 preschool children being supervised by two teachers. The facility remains within its capacity limits and meets the required ratios for today’s visit.

LPA reviewed the sign in app where parents sign their children in and out of the facility.

Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday: 7:30AM - 5:30PM.
There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property.

LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, notification of parents’ rights, personal rights, car seat laws, emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist, and notice of site visit were displayed and visible to the public where children are dropped off and picked up by parents and caregivers.

LPA reviewed the files of four staff members, confirming that all the necessary paperwork was complete and in order. LPA informed the director that one staff member's CPR FA paperwork was for adults only. LPA informed the director that the requirement includes Pediatric or Infant/Child. During the visit both the director and another fully qualified teacher have current Pediatric or Infant/Child FA CPR.

LPA reviewed five children's files during the previous visit on July 16, 2025, so LPA did not review any children's files during this visit.
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Daniel J Oquendo
Katie Krenn
DATE: 08/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/20/2025
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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: SAFARI KID MENLO PARK
FACILITY NUMBER: 414004526
VISIT DATE: 08/20/2025
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LPA and the director toured the facility to inspect for health and safety hazards.

LPA observed the outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The areas around and under climbing equipment, swings, and slides are cushioned with a rubberized tanbark type of product. There was a cover for the sandbox. Per the Director, the sandbox is covered after closure and is uncovered and inspected in the morning. Sometimes cinnamon is added to the sand. There is a large tree from the neighbor that hangs over the sandbox and the facility has good communication with the neighbor regarding tree maintenance. LPA observed age appropriate bikes and cars for riding, all in good condition. LPA was concern about a bit of exposed pipe near the wall. LPA discussed options with the director to cover the exposed pipe.

Children bring reusable water bottles to school which are filled from the sinks, which have past lead water testing. If a child forgets their water bottle at home disposable cups or water bottles are available.

LPA observed that the classroom had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child labeled with their name and photo, which included cubbies with hooks and bins. LPA did not observed any accessible electrical outlets. The classroom had a bathroom with two child sized toilets and two child height sinks available for children. LPA observed that the bathroom was clean, fully operational, and equipped with suitable toileting equipment and sanitation products. A separate bathroom was available for staff.

The preschool program does not currently provide lunch for the children. The families provide lunches and snacks for their children. LPA observed that each child had lunch boxes in their designated storage space. According to the director, a child does have a documented allergy, but each child consumes their own food from home. The facility has additional snacks available for the children. The facility has prescription medication available for some children. LPA observed that the medication was centrally stored, inaccessible to children, and clearly labeled.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Daniel J Oquendo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katie Krenn
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/20/2025
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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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: SAFARI KID MENLO PARK
FACILITY NUMBER: 414004526
VISIT DATE: 08/20/2025
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The facility offers mats for children to rest or nap. LPA observed that sheets and blankets were available for the children. The families provide blankets for their children, which are sent home on Fridays to be laundered.

LPA observed the emergency drill log, which documented that the last emergency drill was documented in July 2025. LPA observed that emergency drills were documented at least every six months. LPA observed two fully charged fire extinguishers in the classrooms.

To improve the quality and value of the 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 tools, please send them by email 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 reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

No citations were issued during today's visit.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Sandhya Menon.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Daniel J Oquendo
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Katie Krenn
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/20/2025
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