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The Rancho Viejo School
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (949) 459-0199
- Address
- 29782 Avenida De Las Banderas
- Licensed since
Orange County context
2,923*CCLD
Total facilities
2.4*CCLD
Avg citations
5.6*CCLD
Avg visits
1.3*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
9 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.
2025
- 101161(a)Type B
LIMITATIONS ON CAPACITY
101161 (a) Limitations on Capacity A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation.This requirement is not met as evidence by: Based on interviews, observations, record review, LPAs Carreiro and Thompson observed 5 additional preschool children in the lower Elementary Classroom which is not part of the preschool license with 1 preschool staff member #1 (S1).
- 101223(a)(2)Type B
PERSONAL RIGHTS
101223 Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews it has been determined facility staff are not aware of children's allergies. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101226(e)(3)(A)Type B
HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES
101226 Health-Related Services (e) In centers where the licensee chooses to handle medications(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met (A) Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as... prescribed by the child's physician. Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. C1 had an expired epi-pen and medication stored at the facility. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1596.885(c)Type B
HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION
1596.885(c) Conduct which is inimical to the health, morals, welfare, or safety of either an individual in or receiving services from the facility or the people of this state. Based on observation and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff stated children's allergies are posted in the classroom. LPA did not observe all children's allergies posted. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2023
- 101174(d)Type B
DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY PLAN
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed last fire/disaster drill was documented on 1/18/2022 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101170(e)(1)Type A
CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions with the exception of Allison Joy Bierman which poses an immediate 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 observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed staff (S1) mandated reporter certification expired 4/26/22 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [count] out of [total count] [(objects) (persons)] [identifiers] which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1596.7995(a)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions
Based on record review, the facility representative / Director did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 9 persons which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
13 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-03-02.
4 routine inspections, 8 complaint visits. 7 complaints on record, 2 of 7 substantiated.
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Other2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type A · 2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
9 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Rancho Sta Margarita
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is The Rancho Viejo School licensed in California?
Yes, The Rancho Viejo School is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 1998.
How many citations does The Rancho Viejo School have?
The Rancho Viejo School has 9 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 8 Type B citations. It has received 13 visits (4 inspections, 8 complaint visits, 1 other visit).
When was The Rancho Viejo School last inspected?
The Rancho Viejo School was last inspected on March 2, 2026 (about 2 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is The Rancho Viejo School?
The Rancho Viejo School 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 120 children. It is located in Rancho Sta Margarita, Orange County, California.
How does The Rancho Viejo School compare to other daycares in Orange County?
The Rancho Viejo School has 9 citations. The county average is 2.4 citations per facility. There are 2,923 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does The Rancho Viejo School have any serious violations?
The Rancho Viejo School has 1 Type A citation 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 The Rancho Viejo School had any complaint inspections?
The Rancho Viejo School has received 8 complaint-triggered inspections. 2 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does The Rancho Viejo School serve?
The Rancho Viejo School serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 120 children.
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