430756823-3-25-2026-07-CC-JBER-DSHULK-20260325154053

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 430756823
Report Date: 03/25/2026
Date Signed: 03/25/2026 03:41:16 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/25/2026 03:41 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 JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	SMITH, NIKI & CLAUDE		FACILITY NUMBER:	430756823
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	SMITH, NIKI		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(408) 289-8278
CITY:	SAN JOSE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95125
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 11	CENSUS: 7	DATE:	03/25/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	01:30 PM
MET WITH:	Niki & Claude Smith - Licensees		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	04:00 PM

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On 03/25/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jennifer “Jen” Beehler conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by the Licensee, Claude Smith. LPA provided the reason for the visit, toured the facility and collected the census. There were seven (7) (5 - preschool-age/ 2 - Infant-age) children and two (2) Licensees present, which is compliant with the home license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the day care. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday – Friday, 07:30AM-05:30PM. There are no active waivers.

Licensee states that the adults, over the age of 18, residing in the home are Niki and Claude Smith.

Licensees, Niki and Claude Smith were reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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.

All adults present and living in the home have criminal record clearance and are associated on the Guardian Roster for the facility.

LPA reviewed facility roster (LIC9040) and fire/disaster drill log during todays inspection. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 02/27/2026, which is compliant with the six month requirement for homes. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher last serviced 11/13/2025 which is compliant with State Fire Marshall Regulations.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2026

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: SMITH, NIKI & CLAUDE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430756823
	VISIT DATE: 03/25/2026

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LPA observed a fully functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Licensee states that she does not have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services and does not administer medication at this time.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Indoor areas of the home were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. Off-limits areas of the home is the main residence. The day care is located in the permitted accessory dwelling unit in the back yard. There are no open-faced heaters or fireplaces. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via filtered water from the refrigerator. Children bring water from home in reusable bottles labeled with their names along with their meals. The bathroom for the facility is clean, sanitary, and operable. The Licensee states that they use her mobile phone to communicate with parents. There are no stairs in the property.

The backyard area of the home was inspected. LPA observed sufficient play equipment and supplies for the children that are in good condition and age-appropriate. Off-limit areas outside of home include: The driveway and front yard. No bodies of water were observed.

Infant Safe Sleep regulations (PIN 20-24-CCP) were discussed with the Licensees, Niki and Claude Smith, including the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC9227). LPA reminded Licensee that infants up to 12 months of age should be placed on their back to sleep, that cribs should be free of all loose articles and hanging objects, and that infants should not be swaddled. Infants should be supervised while sleeping and documentation of sleep checks every 15 minutes should remain in the infant’s file. Documentation should include the time of the check, the infant’s physical condition, and initials of the staff member checking on the infant.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2026

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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: SMITH, NIKI & CLAUDE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430756823
	VISIT DATE: 03/25/2026

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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensees, Niki and Claude Smith and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource.

LPA also informed licenses, Niki and Claude Smith of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Five (5) children’s files were reviewed for the following documents during today's inspection: Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700), Immunization Records (PM286), Individual Infant Sleep Plan (LIC9227), Infant Sleep logs. LPA observed all children's files to be complete.

The Licensees files were reviewed for the following documents: Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza or statement declining influenza. Licensee has current CPR/First-Aid that expires 04/2026. The Licensee has current Mandated Reporter Training that expires on 03/21/2028. LPA reminded the Licensees that Mandated Reporter training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years and one staff with current CPR/First-Aid must be present at all times, including during off site activities such as field trips. LPA discussed the Preventive Health and Safety course that includes nutrition and lead poisoning training. Licensees did not have proof of certification. Licensees can locate an EMSA approved course at www.emsa.ca.gov/childcare_provider. Licensees were encouraged to schedule and complete the course in accordance with written directives.

Supervision of children was discussed with the Licensees and they understand that they must be home during day care hours and ensure that children are supervised at all times. The Licensees state that they do not transport any day care children. LPA reminded Licensees that children should not be left unattended in parked vehicles and that car seats shall only be used for transportation and shall not be used for sleeping.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2026

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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: SMITH, NIKI & CLAUDE	FACILITY NUMBER: 430756823
	VISIT DATE: 03/25/2026

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Licensees were 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.

On 03/25/2026, Licensees, Niki and Claude Smith, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders (RSO) living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

As a result of todays inspection, no deficiencies were cited. Exit interview conducted with Licensees. Report was reviewed and provided to Licensees, Niki and Claude Smith along with appeal rights.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/25/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/25/2026

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