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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434412165
Report Date: 04/24/2026
Date Signed: 04/24/2026 04:42:30 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/24/2026 04:42 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:SAFARI KID, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
434412165
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		NAMRATA WALANIFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1402 DEMPSEY ROADTELEPHONE:
(408) 945-9032
CITY:MILPITASSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95035
CAPACITY: 96TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 96CENSUS: 47DATE:
04/24/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
02:15 PM
MET WITH:Site Director Namrata WalaniTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:50 PM
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On 4/24/2026 at 2:15 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manel Estoesta conducted an annual / random visit. LPA met with the Director Namrata Walani and explained the nature of the visit.

Present on this visit were 9 staff, 11 toddlers and 36 preschool children. The facility operates from Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 6pm.

LPA toured the facility to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection with the Director. Facility was observed to be following teacher to children ratio requirement during the inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers.

The licensed classrooms (Safari Cubs - Toddlers, Tembo Tots and Curious Twiga), restrooms, storage room, and office area were inspected. The director stated that the facility does not possess or store any weapons on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. 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. Restrooms for children's use were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard.

Facility has a Toddler Option with a license capacity for 12 children in Safari Cubs Toddler Room. LPA observed bottles, dishes, and LPA advised the Director that containers of food brought by the toddler's authorized representative are labeled with the toddler's name and the current date. The toddler changing tables are placed within arm’s reach of a sink while in use.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Jason Jang
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Manel Estoesta
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/24/2026
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: SAFARI KID, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 434412165
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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Outdoor Activity space is fenced and 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 is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities.

Facility has a current waiver for Outdoor Playground and Children's Sign in and Out. LPA observed the waivers were posted. LPA reviewed the Facility's LIC 9040, LIC 500. Facility contracts with a third-party vendor who provides Lunch and Snacks for children. The snack menu is observed to be posted. LPA reminded the director that trash cans for solid waste require tight-fitting covers on and should be in good repair. All food preparation and storage areas are kept clean and free of litter and rubbish; and measures were taken to keep all such areas free of rodents and other vermin. The facility Fire Permit expires on 12/31/2026. Facility conducted and documented Fire and Earthquake Disaster Drills on March 11, 2026.

Facility files were reviewed. Children sign in and out procedures, and logs were reviewed. The facility is currently using an electronic sign-in and out system called "ProCare." LPA reviewed the system's operation/logging with the Director. A sampling of Children's files was taken for review. The records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Assessment, Immunization, Infant Needs and Services Plan, Sleeping Log and Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment.

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 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

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director 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 the director 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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Jason Jang
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Manel Estoesta
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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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: SAFARI KID, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 434412165
VISIT DATE: 04/24/2026
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The facility does provide transportation for children (after school program / registered heritage school), and the Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in park vehicles.

LPA reviewed Staff Files / Records, and the reviewed records include Staff Qualifications, Immunization, Health Screening Report, CPR and 1st Aid Training Certificates and Mandated Reporter Training Certificates.

The 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.

The Site Director 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.

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.

There are no deficiencies cited on this visit.

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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Namrata Walani.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Jason Jang
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Manel Estoesta
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/24/2026
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