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LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.License 0702151261 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/29/2023 at 8:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Watts conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at La Petite Academy, Inc. LPA met with Director, Lorna Hearn and explained purpose of the investigation. During today's inspection, there were 27 preschool children with 8 staff in three classrooms. Director stated there are 50 preschool children enrolled. Finding for the above allegation was delivered during the inspection. Complainant alleges that Staff handled child in rough manner. During the course of the investigation, LPA inspected the facility, reviewed records and conducted interviews. During the investigation, it was discovered that staff was snatching toys from children and handling C1 in a rough manner. Based on the interviews and information obtained throughout the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the allegation is SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 is being cited on 9099-D page. Exit interview was conducted with Director, Lorna Hearn. Appeal rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECTIVE DAYS.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 101223(a)(3)Type B

    PERSONAL RIGHTS

    101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment...This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when: Staff snatched toys from children and roughly handled C1 which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the November 29, 2023 inspection of LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.?

This was a complaint inspection of LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC. on November 29, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC. on November 29, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To b..."

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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