Complaint·August 17, 2023

(Continue from LIC9099) Another interview revealed, they are called dumb by another child. Another child reported they were hit in the belly and hit in the butt by another child. Another child (C5) reported a child always asks them “is that your poo poo or pee pee”, and that the child is always breaking down the blocks C5 has built. C1 reported the younger children listen to the older children and the older children tell the younger children to do mean things such as break down other children’s blocks. All children’s interviews revealed the licensee tells the children who are being mean, they are not listening and to stop. Based on interviews conducted the preponderance of evidence standard has been met and the above allegation is found to be substantiated. The California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1, section 102423(a)(1) is being cited on attached LIC 9099D . This report was reviewed with the Licensee and an exit interview was conducted. Licensee’s signature was recorded on this Complaint Investigation Report (CIR), a copy was provided. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were provided. (Continue from LIC9099) Two guardians were interviewed between 05/17 and 08/10. One interview revealed there was an issue with the children at school where they were smacking each other’s butts but couldn’t remember if it was happening at the daycare. Guardian interviews corroborated they don’t believe there is a lack of supervision at the daycare. Based on interviews conducted although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. This report was reviewed and discussed with the licensee, She was provided with a copy of this CIR; and Appeal Rights. All licensing reports are public information and must be made available upon request for at least three years.