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Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (949) 493-4533
- Address
- 31642 El Camino Real, #3
- Licensed since
Orange County context
1,669*CCLD
Total facilities
2.0*CCLD
Avg citations
5.1*CCLD
Avg visits
0.9*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
4 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.
2024
- 101223(a)(3)Type A
PERSONAL RIGHTS
101223 (a)(3) Personal Rights (3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature including but not limited to: interference with functions...This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: During LPA’s visit on 01/29/2024, LPA interviewed five (5) staff members. During interviews, 4 out of 5 staff stated they have witnessed S1 raise their voice at the children. LPA also observed S1 speak loud and direct to the children during their visit. This is an immediate personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101170(e)(1)Type A
CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE
101170(e)(1) Criminal Record Clearance. Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review shall obtain a clearance or criminal record exemption. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's record review and interviews, there is no criminal clearance Staff Aida Gurrola who has been employed at the facility since 01/16/2004.This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
2023
- 101216.3(a)Type A
TEACHER-CHILD RATIO
101216.3 Teacher-Child Ratio(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance...This requrement is not met as evidenced by. LPA met with teacher Heidi Argent at 9:29 a.m. When LPA’s arrived, LPA’s observed 14 preschool age children with 1 preschool age staff. Teacher stated she understands the ratio but a child had to use the restroom. Teacher was left with 14 children as the assistant assisted a child to the restroom.
- 101223(a)(1)Type A
PERSONAL RIGHTS
101223 Personal Rights(a)The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the... personal rights: (1)To be accorded dignity... personal relationships with staff...This requirement is not met as evidenced by Based on interviews conducted with parents and staff as well as documentation received, a teacher handled a child/children in a rough manner. This is an immediate risk to the personal rights to the children in care.
Inspection record
10 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-03-04.
3 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit. 1 complaint on record.
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other2 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
4 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in San Juan Capistrano
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 1992.
How many citations does Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool have?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool has 4 citations on record: 4 Type A (more serious) citations. It has received 10 visits (3 inspections, 1 complaint visit, 6 other visits).
When was Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool last inspected?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool was last inspected on March 4, 2026 (about 4 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool 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 48 children. It is located in San Juan Capistrano, Orange County, California.
How does Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool compare to other daycares in Orange County?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool has 4 citations. The county average is 2.0 citations per facility. There are 1,669 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool have any serious violations?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool has 4 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.
Has Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool had any complaint inspections?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool has received 1 complaint-triggered inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool serve?
Capistrano Usd/san Juan State Preschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 48 children.
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