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STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTERLicense 0734082401 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 5/22/23 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monica Mathur and Christina Watts conducted an Initial Complaint Investigation at Stepping Stones Learning Center. LPAs met with Licensee, Francie Small and explained the purpose of today's inspection. LPAs inspected the facility, observed classrooms, reviewed files, conducted interviews and obtained relevant documents. During today's inspection and interviews conducted, it was observed that facililty was out of ratio during outdoor time for 2-3 minutes while LPAs are present. There were 1 fully qualified teacher, 1 Aide (6 units, not enrolled) with 20 children. Staff interviews revealed there have been multiple occasions where a class has been out of ratio with 20 children, 1 fully qualified and 1 Aide (6 units, not enrolled). 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 Licensee, Francie Small. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED, AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 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.

  • 101216.3(b)(1)Type B

    101216.3(b)(1) A ratio of one fully qualified teacher (as specified in Section 101216.1(c)) 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 is not met as evidenced by: LPAs observed facililty was out of ratio during outdoor time for 2-3 minutes. There was 1 fully qualified teacher, 1 Aide (6 units, not enrolled) with 20 children. Staff interviews revealed multiple occasions where class has been out of ratio with 20 children, 1 fully qualified staff, 1 Aide (6 units, not enrolled). This poses a potential risk to safety of children,

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 22, 2023 inspection of STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER on May 22, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to STEPPING STONES LEARNING CENTER on May 22, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101216.3(b)(1) A ratio of one fully qualified teacher (as specified in Section 101216.1(c)) and one aide for every 18 ch..."

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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