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La Habra Montessori Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 57 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (562) 691-6450
- Address
- 230 S Idaho St
- 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
13 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
- 101161(a)Type A
LIMITATIONS ON CAPACITY
101161 Limitations on Capacity (a) 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 evidenced by: Based on observation, interviews, and pictures taken 3 school age children were commingling with preschool age children during lunch, nap and outdoor play. This is an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
- 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, except as specified in (b) and (c) below. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interviews conducted S1 had 15 preschool age children and S2 had 15 preschool age children upon arriaval.This is an immediate risk to the health and safety of the children in care.
- 101229(a)Type A
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION
Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision:101229(a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interviews conducted there were 3 preschool age children inside the classroom restroom unsupervised.This is an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
- 101216.3(a)Type A
TEACHER-CHILD RATIO
Based on observation, At 8:58am 2 additional preschool age children arrived making it 14 children with 1 staff, facility was out of ratio. At 9:03am LPAs took census inside the classroom and there were 27 preschool age children with 2 staff, the facility was out of ratio. the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101216(f)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on observation and record review, at 10:45am none of the staff members present possesses a current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101216(g)(1)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on observation and record review, 1 out of 3 staff did not have the Health Screening report and Tuberculosis (TB) test. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101229(a)(1)Type A
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION
Based on observation, interview, at 8:50am upon arrival LPAs observed 12 preschool age children playing on the playground while Staff Sonia Alvarez was going inside and out of the classroom assisting with children who were arriving. Staff Sonia was not providing supervision at all times while the children were on the playground. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238.2(d)(2)Type B
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE
Based on observation, at 9:56am during outdoor inspection LPAs observed broken tricycle seat and playhouse base that can pose a safety risk to children in care. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses 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 observation,record review, at 10:30am while reviewing staff files 2 out 4 staff did not have proof of immunization against pertussis, and measles in the staff’s files. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 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 observation, record review, at 10:40am while reviewing staff files 4 out 4 staff members did not have an updated mandated reporter training certificate in their file. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses 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 observation, interview, record review, At 11:00am while reviewing staff files 3 out 6 staff did not have proof of immunization against pertussis, and measles in the staff’s files. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 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 observation, interview, record review, At 11:15am while reviewing staff files 5 out 6 staff members did not have an updated mandated reporter training certificate in their file. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 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 1 out of 1 persons which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-02-23.
3 routine inspections.
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other3 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type A · 5 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
13 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in La Habra
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is La Habra Montessori Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, La Habra Montessori Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2017.
How many citations does La Habra Montessori Preschool have?
La Habra Montessori Preschool has 13 citations on record: 5 Type A (more serious) and 8 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (3 inspections, 4 other visits).
When was La Habra Montessori Preschool last inspected?
La Habra Montessori Preschool was last inspected on February 23, 2026 (about 2 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is La Habra Montessori Preschool?
La Habra Montessori 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 57 children. It is located in La Habra, Orange County, California.
How does La Habra Montessori Preschool compare to other daycares in Orange County?
La Habra Montessori Preschool has 13 citations. The county average is 2.4 citations per facility. There are 2,923 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does La Habra Montessori Preschool have any serious violations?
La Habra Montessori Preschool has 5 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.
What ages does La Habra Montessori Preschool serve?
La Habra Montessori Preschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 57 children.
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