other — Facility-Requested Visit1 citation

September 12, 2025

SHANEL VALLEY ACADEMY EARLY LEARNING CENTER

What Happened

Violations cited for using outdoor space before receiving departmental approval and inadequate fencing height. Director unaware of approval requirement; children immediately moved to licensed playground upon correction.

Observations

  • Five children observed in unapproved outdoor space (grass lawn adjacent to blacktop) before departmental approval
  • Director Lucia Vasquez stated she was unaware that space request had not been approved
  • Proposed outdoor space measured at 5,620 square feet
  • Fence on far end of proposed space measured 40 inches high (requirement: minimum 4 feet)
  • Director immediately moved children to already-licensed playground upon notification

Inspector Focus

Physical Plant

Citations Issued

Type B101173(c)

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