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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434411591
Report Date: 04/19/2023
Date Signed: 04/19/2023 02:47:14 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/19/2023 02:47 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME:	HAPPY HEARTS ACADEMY		FACILITY NUMBER:	434411591
ADMINISTRATOR:	RUPA SETHNA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	550 NORTH ABEL STREET		TELEPHONE:	(510) 386-7041
CITY:	MILPITAS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95035
CAPACITY: 30	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30	CENSUS: 19	DATE:	04/19/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:28 PM
MET WITH:	Rupa Sethna		TIME COMPLETED:	03:15 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 1:30 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year Visit. LPA met with the Director Rupa Sethna and explained the nature of the visit. Present on this visit were 2 Staff and 19 preschool children. Facility operates from Monday to Friday 8 am to 6 pm. LPA toured the facility with Director to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, Waivers and Menus were observed to be posted. Facility was observed to follow teacher to children ratio requirement during LPAs' inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. There are two active classrooms namely as Shiny Stars (ages 4-5) and the Little Flowers (ages 2-3). The classrooms, bathrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Director stated that facility does not possess nor store any weapons on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment such as mats, cots, tables, and chairs were age appropriate and were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Bathrooms for children's use were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Outdoor activity space is fenced and was inspected. The play equipment was maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. There were no bodies of water observed. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were shaded rest areas for children. Drinking water are arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. See 809 C.

Jason Jang
Manel Estoesta
	DATE: 04/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: HAPPY HEARTS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 434411591
	VISIT DATE: 04/19/2023

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Food and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Snacks are being provided AM and PM. Children's lunches brought from home. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair.

Facility files were reviewed. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of Children's files was taken for review. The records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, and Immunization.

A sampling of Staff's files was taken for review. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility during inspection. LPA reminded the Facility Representative that AB 1207 Child Care Providers training online at https://mandatedreporterca.com/ requires 2-year requirement. LPA reviewed Staff Immunization records of Measles and Pertussis immunization, Influenza vaccination and TB clearance. LPA reminded Facility Representative that only the Influenza vaccination can be decline with a written declination.

Director stated that facility does handle medications and does currently have children in care who requires Incidental Medical Services - IMS Epinephrine and Inhaled Medication. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (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.

Facility had a Water Lead Testing conducted on 08/13/2021, LPA reviewed Certificate of Analysis with the Director and the Water Sampler was not certified. The Director will send a Waiver Request to the Regional Office.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Manel Estoesta
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: HAPPY HEARTS ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 434411591
	VISIT DATE: 04/19/2023

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LPA observed Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations, fire extinguishers and sprinkler system. Facility Representative stated that the school conducted a Fire and Earthquake Disaster Drills in March 2023. Facility had an Inspection from Milpitas Fire Department and LPA reviewed the permit that will expire in December 2023.

Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in park vehicles.

Facility Representative 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.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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.

LPA discussed the American Rescue Plan Act Survey and Child Care and Development Infrastructure Grant Program.

There are no deficiencies cited on this visit.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Rupa Sethna.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jason Jang
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Manel Estoesta
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/19/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2023

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