Learn and Play Montessori Milpitas

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type B

The licensee was in violation of the section 101229 (a)(1) No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time…. This requirement is not met as evidenced by LPA’s staff interviews, that on 5/20/2026, C1 was left in the children’s restroom, unsupervised, for approximately less than a minute, between 10:50 am to 10:55 am. S1 saw C1 in the hallway approximately at 10:55 am and brought her back to C1’s classroom. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety, of the children in care.

CCR 101216.3(b)(1) · Type B

Section 101216.3(b)(1) A ratio of one fully qualified teacher and one aide for every 18 children in attendance in a preschool program is allowed when the aide meets the qualifications specified in Section 101216.2(d). This requirement was not met as evidenced by: On 03/05/26, LPA observed 1 teacher & 1 aide with 19 children; On 03/12/26, LPA observed 3 aides with 27 children; On 03/19/26 LPA observed 1 teacher & 2 aides with 27 children; & On 03/25/26, LPA observed 1 teacher & 2 aides with 29 children.

WD 101804(b)(2) · Type B

Care for Toddlers within a Licensed Preschool Center WD 101804(b)(2) - a ratio of six children to each teacher shall be maintained for all children in attendance in the toddler component. An aide who is participating in on-the-job training may be substituted for a teacher when directly supervised by a fully qualified teacher...... This requirement is not met as evidenced by, at 8:20 am, LPA observed with the Director C., 1 teacher (S1) supervising 7 toddlers in classroom 7A. At 8:22 am, another toddler walked in classroom 7A. At 8:24 am, another teacher (S2) walked into classroom 7A. At 9:03 am, LPA observed with the Director, 1 teacher (S3) supervising 8 toddlers in classroom 7A. At 9:04 am, another teacher (S4) walked in classroom 7A. At 8:20 am, classroom 7A was out of ratio with 1 teacher supervising 7 toddlers. At 9:03 am, classroom 7A was out of ratio with 1 teacher supervising 8 toddlers. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Neglect/Lack of Supervision - facility staff are not supervising children at all times. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 07/23/2025 at 11:30 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M.E. conducted a complaint investigation. LPA met with the Authorized Representative S.N. and explained the nature of the visit. Present on this visit were 25 Staff Member, 157preschool children, and 15 toddlers. The facility operates from Monday to Friday 8 am to 6 pm. The Reporting Party (RP) alleged the above allegation. Finding was delivered on this visit. During the investigation, LPA conducted a physical plant inspection and conducted interviews, record reviews and observation. Based on the interviews and information obtained throughout the investigation, the allegation is unsubstantiated. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted with the Authorized Representative S.N. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: 90

CCR 101212(d)(B) · Type B

Reporting Requirements Section 101212 (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events….(B) Any injury to any child that requires medical treatment…. This requirement is not met as evidenced by, based on LPA’s interview, C1 had an “allergic reaction” on C1’s face from a “food” that C1 ate in the classroom during lunch. This happened sometimes in April to May 2025, the exact date was not confirmed. S1 administered and provided “Zyrtec” medication. There was no incident reports made to the Department. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights to children in care.