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Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (909) 616-1101
- Address
- 1701 Baker 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
6 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.
2026
- 101226(e)(3)(A)Type B
HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 6 children's files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2025
- 101238(e)Type A
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there is a body of water present at the facility. LPA observed a fishpond in the nature yard which is accessible to children and not properly fenced 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 interview and ecord review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 staff memebers missing or expired Mandated Reporter Training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1597.16(a)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 3. Administration
Based on interview and record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the facility was unable to provide documentation that lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives as outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2024
- 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Based on LPA's record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 5 staff members' certificates were expired which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1597.16(a)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 3. Administration
Based on LPA's record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as there were tests performed at the facility which show a lead exceedance for two outlets which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-03-10.
3 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit. 1 complaint on record.
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type A · 2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
6 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Costa Mesa
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2022.
How many citations does Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool have?
Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool has 6 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 5 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (3 inspections, 1 complaint visit, 3 other visits).
When was Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool last inspected?
Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool was last inspected on March 10, 2026 (7 weeks ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool?
Seaside Costa Mesa 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 70 children. It is located in Costa Mesa, Orange County, California.
How does Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool compare to other daycares in Orange County?
Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool has 6 citations. The county average is 2.4 citations per facility. There are 2,923 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool have any serious violations?
Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool 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 Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool had any complaint inspections?
Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool has received 1 complaint-triggered inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool serve?
Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 70 children.
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