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Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 123 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (510) 537-0773
- Address
- 20600 John Drive
- Licensed since
Alameda County context
1,746*CCLD
Total facilities
2.5*CCLD
Avg citations
5.6*CCLD
Avg visits
1.2*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
3 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
What does Type A vs Type B mean?
Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.
Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.
- 101170(e)(1)Type A
CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE
Based on interview & record review, the facility did not comply with the section cited above as one staff member's criminal background check is still in process and therefore does not have an eligible clearance which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238(g)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the facility did not comply with the section cited above as toileting wipes, disinfecting wipes, adult scissors, and shaving cream were being stored in a low, unlocked cabinet or drawer which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101223(a)(2)Type B
PERSONAL RIGHTS
(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations...This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA viewing of a video posted online (YouTube) as well as statement by staff member, it was determined that unmasked children were in close quarters during a holiday event. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-03-05.
3 routine inspections, 4 complaint visits. 2 complaints on record, 1 of 2 substantiated.
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type A · 1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
3 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Castro Valley
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care licensed in California?
Yes, Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 1974.
How many citations does Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care have?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care has 3 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 2 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (3 inspections, 4 complaint visits).
When was Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care last inspected?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care was last inspected on March 5, 2026 (about 2 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care is a Child Care Center (CCC), which is a facility-based program typically serving larger groups of children with multiple staff members with a licensed capacity of 123 children. It is located in Castro Valley, Alameda County, California.
How does Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care compare to other daycares in Alameda County?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care has 3 citations. The county average is 2.5 citations per facility. There are 1,746 licensed childcare facilities in Alameda County.
Does Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care have any serious violations?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care has 1 Type A citation on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to children. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care had any complaint inspections?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care has received 4 complaint-triggered inspections. 1 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care serve?
Happiness Hill Preschool and Day Care serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 123 children.
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