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GRAND CENTRAL PRESCHOOLLicense 1977501811 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 3/04/2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Isabel Ortega and Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced complaint inspection to on the above allegation. LPAs met with Assistant Director and Darrell Maston Licensee, toured the facility. Upon arrival LPA observed 20 children and 6 Staff providing care and supervision. During the course of the investigation, LPAs conducted file reviews and Staff #10 was found to not be fingerprint cleared. This allegation is deemed SUBSTANTIATED, and a citation was issued (See LIC 9099-D for cited deficiency). A finding being substantiated means that the allegation was valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. This facility was cited a Type A Staff #10 is not fingerprint cleared in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health & Safety codes. Facility was informed for the next 12 months new enrolled parents shall be informed of citation and sign the LIC9224 Acknowledgement of receipt of licensing report. Exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report, appeal rights and a notice of site visit were provided to facility.

Citations

4 citations 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.

  • 1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type A

    Criminal Record Clearance Requirements - Initial Clearance

    Criminal Record-(b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision... this requirement was not met as evidence by Based on record review. LPAs reviewed staff files and Staff #10 is not fingerprint cleared. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to children in care.

  • 101216.1(c)(1)Type B

    TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES

    101216.1 Teacher Qualifications(c) To be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall...: (1) Twelve...units in early childhood education or child development..., with passing grades, at an accredited... college or university. This requirement was not met as evidence by: Based on interview, observation, and record review, facility staff are not able to provide required CDE units, record keeping orientation and preventative Health and safety certificate to be a qualified Director. Facility admitted be acting as the Assistant Director which poses is a potential Health and Safety Risk to children in care.

  • 1596.7995(a)(1)Type B

    ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions

    Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having 7 staff members not submit prood of immunizations which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B

    ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 staff not having proof of Child Abuse Mandated Certificate which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 4, 2025 inspection of GRAND CENTRAL PRESCHOOL?

This was a complaint inspection of GRAND CENTRAL PRESCHOOL on March 4, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GRAND CENTRAL PRESCHOOL on March 4, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Criminal Record-(b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemptio..."

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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