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Complaint

BABY ACADEMY, THELicense 0134219932 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 8/20/25 Licensing Program Analyst Tasha Alexander met with center director Lakesha Aarif to deliver the findings to the above complaint allegation. Today there are 8 preschool children present along with staff. On this analyst last visit, a tour of the facility and interview with owner was conducted and records were reviewed. Today additional records have been reviewed and it is discovered on at least one occasion unqualified staff were supervising children. Based on LPAs observations and interviews which were conducted and record reviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1 are being cited on the attached LIC. 9099D. An exit interview was conducted with owner Lakesha Aarif.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

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.

  • 101216.2(a)(e)Type B

    101216.2 Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties(a) In addition to Section 101216, the following shall apply:(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.THIS REQUIREMENT WAS NOT MET AS EVIDENCED BY A TOUR OF THE FACILITY WHICH REVEALED 2 AIDES SUPERVISING CHILDREN IN CARE.

  • 101216.3(a)Type B

    TEACHER-CHILD RATIO

    101216.3 Teacher-Child Ratio(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.THIS REQUIREMENT WAS NOT MET AS EVIDENCED BY A TOUR OF THE FACILITY WHICH REVEALED TWO AIDES WERE SUPERVISING 8 CHILDREN IN CARE MAKING THE CLASSROOM OUR OF RATIO.

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What happened during the August 20, 2025 inspection of BABY ACADEMY, THE?

This was a complaint inspection of BABY ACADEMY, THE on August 20, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BABY ACADEMY, THE on August 20, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "101216.2 Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties(a) In addition to Section 101216, the following shall apply:(e) An aide ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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