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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 015700607
Report Date: 05/20/2026
Date Signed: 05/20/2026 12:44:19 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 05/20/2026 12:44 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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE HEARTS LEARNING CENTER DBA SAFARI KIDFACILITY NUMBER:
015700607
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KRUTHI RAJAGOPALFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2500 POSITANO PARKWAYTELEPHONE:
(925) 490-2222
CITY:DUBLINSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94568
CAPACITY: 115TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 115CENSUS: 63DATE:
05/20/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Director, Kruthi Rajagopal TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jyoti Saini met with Director Kruthi Rajagopal for an unannounced Annual Random Inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the director. The Executive Director, Gagandeep Tulsi, arrived during the inspection.During the health and safety inspection, LPA observed 63 children, the director, the assistant director, and 7 staff members present. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, utilizing Rooms #3 through #7. Room #7 is designated exclusively for the toddler component; however, no toddlers were present during today’s inspection. The facility also holds a Heritage license, which operates separately in Rooms #1, #2, and #8. The licensee understands that children enrolled in the Heritage program must not be commingled with children enrolled in the childcare program licensed by CCLD.

The facility is equipped with a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, fully charged fire extinguisher, and a functional telephone. No bodies of water were observed, and the director confirmed that there are no firearms on the premises. The center is in good condition, maintains appropriate temperature and ventilation, and is free from hazards. Each classroom contains age-appropriate furniture and toys in good repair.A first aid kit and backpack are available, and medications are stored in cabinets inaccessible to children. A medication review confirmed that all medications are up to date. Children bring their own lunches, and the facility provides snacks. According to the fire drill log, the last drill was conducted on 5/20/2026.The facility utilizes the Procare system for signing children in and out. Eight children’s files and six staff files were reviewed. Opening and closing staff have current CPR and First Aid certifications.The outdoor play area is fenced for supervision, and the play structure has cushioning to absorb falls. There are three separate playgrounds assigned to toddlers, preschoolers, and the Heritage program. The toddler playground has a sunshade installed to provide shade for the children.The facility roster was reviewed, and a copy was obtained.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Wynn Norona
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jyoti Saini
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/20/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/20/2026
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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE HEARTS LEARNING CENTER DBA SAFARI KID
FACILITY NUMBER: 015700607
VISIT DATE: 05/20/2026
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Criminal Record Clearance -Facility representative 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.

Lead Testing – CCC COMPLETED TESTING

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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS)
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. 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/.

MyChildCarePlan.org
Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
see next page.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Wynn Norona
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jyoti Saini
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/20/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/20/2026
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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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE HEARTS LEARNING CENTER DBA SAFARI KID
FACILITY NUMBER: 015700607
VISIT DATE: 05/20/2026
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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.

No deficiency is cited today.

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



Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Kruthi Rajagopal .
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Wynn Norona
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jyoti Saini
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/20/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/20/2026
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