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La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 41 children
- Phone
- (714) 827-2850
- Address
- 5112 La Palma Avenue
- 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.
2025
- 101216.1(b)(1)Type B
TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 2 staff files have early childhood education certificates but do not have transcripts for verification which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2024
- 101174(d)(2)Type B
Based on interview, the director did not comply with the section cited above. No proof of documented disaster drill could be provided to LPA. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101223(a)(2)Type B
PERSONAL RIGHTS
Based on observation, the director did not comply with the section cited above. During physical plant inspection, LPA observed toys, arts and crafts materials, and office supplies cluttered on a shelf above the children's toilet and toys in a box next to the toilet. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101239(o)(1)Type B
FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited. During playground inspection, LPA observed a wooden play structure with two screws halfway out with screw heads sticking out.This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
5 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-04-22.
4 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit. 1 complaint on record.
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection3 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
4 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in La Palma
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2020.
How many citations does La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool have?
La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool has 4 citations on record: 4 Type B citations. It has received 5 visits (4 inspections, 1 complaint visit).
When was La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool last inspected?
La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool was last inspected on April 22, 2026 (about 2 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool?
La Palma Pepper Tree 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 41 children. It is located in La Palma, Orange County, California.
How does La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool compare to other daycares in Orange County?
La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool has 4 citations. The county average is 2.0 citations per facility. There are 1,669 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool have any serious violations?
La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool has no Type A (serious) citations. All 4 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
Has La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool had any complaint inspections?
La Palma Pepper Tree Preschool has received 1 complaint-triggered inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
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