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San Juan Montessori
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 45 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (949) 496-2927
- Address
- 32143 Alipaz Street
- 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
7 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
- 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 that S2 did not have a copy of their measles immunization in file for review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238(a)(1)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
101238 Buildings and Grounds (a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents.This requirement was not met by: Based on LPA observation and interviews, the facility did not comply with the section cited above. Staff and children stated they have observes cockroaches inside the facility and outside on the play yard, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2023
- 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 reviewing files of six staff, four staff did not have verification of MMR Vaccine, and 3 staff lacking Tdap vaccine. Six staff did not have verification of Flu vaccine or declined statement on file which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1597.16(a)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 3. Administration
Based on the observation and interview with director, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the whole facility which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Facility failed to complete the water testing prior to their deadline.
- 1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type A
Criminal Record Clearance Requirements - Initial Clearance
Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one out of six persons which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The staff, Victoria Leininger did not have criminal record clearance from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment. She has been working at the facility as of June 2023.
- 101220(a)Type B
CHILD'S MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
Based on observation, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one child out of 5 files which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Child # 3 did not have the medical assessment (Physician Report) on file
2021
- 1596.8662(4)(b)(1)Type B
1596.8662 (4) (b) (1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care...employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training... mandated reporter training.THis requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on records reviewed 1 staff did not have mandated reporter training which poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2025-12-02.
3 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits. 2 complaints on record, 1 of 2 substantiated.
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type A · 3 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
7 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in San Juan Capistrano
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is San Juan Montessori licensed in California?
Yes, San Juan Montessori is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2014.
How many citations does San Juan Montessori have?
San Juan Montessori has 7 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 6 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (3 inspections, 3 complaint visits, 1 other visit).
When was San Juan Montessori last inspected?
San Juan Montessori was last inspected on December 2, 2025 (about 5 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is San Juan Montessori?
San Juan Montessori 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 45 children. It is located in San Juan Capistrano, Orange County, California.
How does San Juan Montessori compare to other daycares in Orange County?
San Juan Montessori has 7 citations. The county average is 2.4 citations per facility. There are 2,923 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does San Juan Montessori have any serious violations?
San Juan Montessori 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 San Juan Montessori had any complaint inspections?
San Juan Montessori has received 3 complaint-triggered inspections. 1 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does San Juan Montessori serve?
San Juan Montessori serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 45 children.
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