complaint·February 1, 2024

S1 stated that she did not see the bathroom incident happen and she and L1 supervise the children when they use the bathroom. Multiple individuals interviewed stated that at times L1 and S1, sits at the kitchen table or on the couch in the living room. S1 is frequently on her computer at the kitchen table. L1 frequently watches television or rests during facility operating hours while the children are playing. A child was punched near or in the bathroom while L1 and S1 were sitting at the kitchen table. Allegation for Licensee does not prevent a day care child from being bullied while in care which is a violation of a child\342\200\231s personal rights is substantiated. There was insufficient supervision of the children to prevent inappropriate behavioral interaction between C2 and other children. Due to the lack of supervision and because of the proximity of were L1 and S1 were in relation to the children\342\200\231s bathroom. This was corroborated by interviews that stated that C2 will enter the bathroom while other children are present, attempting to see their genitals. It was reported that L1 was told that there was inappropriate behavior from a child and L1 told the child to \342\200\234stop\342\200\235 but the behavior continued. On 11/09/23, during investigation visit LPA Castro observed a blind spot from where the kitchen/dining room table is located while viewing the location of the bathroom in the sunroom/playroom which is utilized for the children in care. The allegation Licensee does not provide adequate supervision to day care children is substantiated. Based on evidence obtained from interviews and observations the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the allegations are found to be substantiated. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, is being cited on the attached LIC 9099-D. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was read and discussed with the Licensee, Maria Jauregui. Appeal rights were provided and discussed. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days from today's visit. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.