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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, conducted an unannounced 1- year annual inspection. LPA was granted access to the home by Licensee, Magdalene Nguyen, and explained the nature of today’s inspection. LPA observed 3 adults (Licensee, Staff- Tien Vu and Owner- Theresa Nguyen who does not work with the children) and 11 preschool children in the home during today’s inspection. Licensee cares for only 3-5 year olds. Licensee was operating within the ratio and capacity requirements of her license. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. LPA observed all required posted materials near the kitchen area of the home. The adults that reside in the home are Owner, Licensee and Staff- Tien Vu.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. Licensee has a working telephone in the home (408-238-9351, cell phone 669-274-8051). LPA observed age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition. The floors were free of tripping hazards with toys put away in shelves. The home has central heating/cooling and ventilation for comfort of children. Off limit areas inside the home: bedrooms, chapel, laundry room, attached garage and barricaded fireplace in on limits living room area. Off limit areas outside the home: entire backyard. The small front yard area on the right side of the home is used for outdoor activity. A locked gate was observed that prevents children from going to the off-limits backyard. A sliding gate is present at the entrance to the home. There is a separate building behind the backyard which is off limits. There are no bodies of water. There are no wall heater units inside the home. LPA observed that the bathroom used by children was in operating condition. Toilets and faucet are clean and operable. The shower area is free on any hazards. All detergents, cleaning compounds and similar items are stored inaccessible to children.
LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher in the kitchen area and working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. The facility has a fire alarm system with a pull station. The Licensee states that she does not have any weapons or pets in the home.
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