430709411-3-10-2026-07-CC-SYUU-DS2STH-20260310140930

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 430709411
Report Date: 03/09/2026
Date Signed: 03/10/2026 02:09:44 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	MANDALA CHILDREN'S HOUSE		FACILITY NUMBER:	430709411
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	JULIE SACCENTO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	5038 HYLAND AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(408) 251-8633
CITY:	SAN JOSE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95127
CAPACITY: 60	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 60	CENSUS: 33	DATE:	03/09/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:45 AM
MET WITH:	Aparna Veeraraghavan		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:20 PM

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Licensing Program Analysts (LPA), Shine Yu, conducted an unannounced Annual inspection today and met with office manager (OM), Janine Crawford and director, Aparna Veeraraghavan.

The Facility is licensed to serve age 2 to 6 years old children. Hours of operation: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday to Friday. The OM stated the facility did not have weapons on the premises, and there is no smoking on the premises. The facility provides snacks.

LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the Facility with the OM. Required posted materials, including the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148), Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Child Car Seat Law (PUB 269) and Daily Activity Schedule were observed.

The facility passed the fire inspection on 11/06/2025. LPA observed fully charged Fire Extinguishers, smoke/carbon monoxide detector, First Aid Kits in classrooms. The detector was out of battery, the OM stated will replace battery and show proof to LPA. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, sharps, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible. Restrooms for children to use were observed to be in operating condition. The OM checked the toilets flush and hand wash faucets. Play equipment were maintained in a good condition, free of hazards. The facility does not provide transportation to children.

The teacher/child ratio was in compliance during today's inspection. There were 12 children with 3 teachers in the room 1. There were 11 children with 4 teachers in the preschool room 3. There were 10 children with 3 teachers in the room 4.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Syhshyan Yu
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: MANDALA CHILDREN'S HOUSE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430709411
	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

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The main playground was outside of room 4. The climbing structures were surrounded with wood chips. There were sandbox and children play tables and benches. There were trees and canopy provide shade for play areas. There were age-appropriate toys in the playground and in good condition. There were two separate play yards outside of room 2 and room 3. There were age-appropriate tricycles and toys. There were two storage with locks which inaccessible to children. All 3 playgrounds were fenced and safe for children. There were no bodies of water observed in the playground.

Disaster drills was conducted on 02/28/2026, and LPA observed the preschool conducted drills once every month. LPA reviewed facility's sign in/out binder which was placed by the classroom door.

A sampling of 8 children and staff files were selected for review. Children records reviewed includes Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, Medical Assessment, and immunization. Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Background Check Clearance, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunization Record for Measles and Pertussis, Education Qualification, and required Training.

LPA reviewed the OM's current Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207) certificate, expires 9/26/2027, and current Pediatric CPR/1st Aid certificate, expires 08/21/2027.

The OM and director were 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.

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. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP).

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Syhshyan Yu
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: MANDALA CHILDREN'S HOUSE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430709411
	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

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LPA verified that the lead testing was completed on 08/23/2023 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1.CCP. LPA referred the director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Beginning January 1, 2019 AB2370 requires licensed homes and centers to share information on the risks and effects of lead exposure with enrolling and re-enrolling families.

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-carecenters/

The OM 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.

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.

1 type B citation was issued during today’s inspection and a copy of appeal right was provided to the licensee.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Aparna Veeraraghavan. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Syhshyan Yu
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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Document Has Been Signed on 03/10/2026 02:09 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Syhshyan Yu On 03/09/2026 at 11:55 AM

Link to Parent Document Below:

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: MANDALA CHILDREN'S HOUSE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430709411
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.954

Licensure Requirements

Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one smoker detector out of battery which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/16/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	The director stated will replace the battery and show proof to LPA. The direcotr will send a copy of plan of correction to LPA by POC due date.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

	Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Syhshyan Yu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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