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San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C.
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 40 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (818) 206-2117
- Address
- 17601 Lassen Street
- Licensed since
Los Angeles County context
6,562*CCLD
Total facilities
2.1*CCLD
Avg citations
4.4*CCLD
Avg visits
0.6*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
11 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
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(f)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on record review and interview, Licensee did not meet above regulation by 1 of 1 staff not having proof of current Pediatric First Aid/CPR with FR having one that expired on 10/07/2021. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101220(a)Type B
CHILD'S MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
Based on record review, Licensee did not meet above regulation by 2 of 4 children not having a physician's report. LPA observed a Health Examination Waiver in children's file that is not applicable to this program. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101226(e)(1)(A)Type A
Based on LPA observation, record review, and interview, Licensee did not meet above requirement. LPA observed two cough medicines in high cabinet with no lock and FR's perscription medication in an open drawer in Teacher Desk that was fully visible and accessible to children at time of inspection. This poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101226(e)(2)Type B
HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES
Based on LPA observation and interview, Licensee did not meet above regulation. LPA observed two cough syrups stored in high cabinet in Preschool 2-3 that did not have a child safety and not be labeled or dated at time of inspection. FR states this medicine was for C1 that she no longer takes. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101226(e)(4)(B)Type B
Based on record review, Licensee did not meet above requirement. FR states this medication was for C1, LPA record review did not observe anything written approval for medicine in C1's file or attached to medicine at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101227(a)(1)Type B
FOOD SERVICE
Based on LPA observation and interview, Licensee did not meet above regulation. LPA did not observe any snacks available for children, FR states that children bring lunches and snacks from home and that they only provide milk and limited snacks. LPA observed children eating their lunch and requesting additional food to which there was only a limited amount. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101238.2(d)(2)Type B
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE
Based on LPA observation, Licensee did not meet the above regulation. LPA observed a variety of hazards in outdoor play area including a loose screw, dried out plants, and spider webs through out play yard and on outdoor play equipment at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101238.5(a)(1)Type A
Based on LPA observation and interview, Licensee did not meet above regulation. LPA observed a plastic wading pool right in front Preschool 4-5 entrance that was filled with water at time of inspection and covered with plastic. FR states that this was used in preparation for water play and for water to warm. This poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 101238(a)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on LPA observation, Licensee did not meet the above regulation. LPA observed Preschool 4-5, that is being used by children, to have clutter through out the room with items stacked and leaning unbalanced at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 1596.7995(a)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions
Based on record review and interview, Licensee did not meet above regulation from 1 of 1 staff files reviewed at time of inspection. FR states she does not have it in the file at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
- 1596.954Type B
ARTICLE 2. Licensure Requirements
Based on LPA observation and interview, Licensee did not comply with the above redgulation. LPA observed carbon monoxide detector in Preschool 4-5 that had no batteries at time of inspection, FR states battery was removed as it was beeping and requested maintenance to come yesterday to fix it. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
Inspection record
2 visits on record since 2024. Most recent on 2024-08-26.
1 routine inspection.
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type A · 9 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
11 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Northridge
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. licensed in California?
Yes, San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 1996.
How many citations does San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. have?
San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. has 11 citations on record: 2 Type A (more serious) and 9 Type B citations. It has received 2 visits (1 inspection, 1 other visit).
When was San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. last inspected?
San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. was last inspected on August 26, 2024 (about 2 years ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C.?
San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. is a Child Care Center (CCC), which is a facility-based program typically serving larger groups of children with multiple staff members with a licensed capacity of 40 children. It is located in Northridge, Los Angeles County, California.
How does San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. compare to other daycares in Los Angeles County?
San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. has 11 citations. The county average is 2.1 citations per facility. There are 6,562 licensed childcare facilities in Los Angeles County.
Does San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. have any serious violations?
San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. has 2 Type A citations on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to children. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
What ages does San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. serve?
San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C. serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 40 children.
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