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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HILLSBOROUGH PRIVATE SCHOOLLicense 3043717301 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 06/01/26 at 1:30pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Anna Chan conducted an unannounced onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random Visit. LPA met with Director Aleea Castillo and toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. This is a single license childcare. Census was taken. The overall census observed was 42 children and 5 staff (consists of 36 preschool with 3 staff and 6 infants with 2 staff). Children were napping LPA arrived. Director stated 51 preschool and 9 infants are enrolled. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7a.m.- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Age-appropriate materials were provided. Facility provides snacks to children. Lunches are brought from home. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is filtered Brita water pitcher available to children indoors and sports bottle are also brought by children from home with the child’s name on it. Page 1 of 4 The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, and bedding is stored individually. Blankets and sheets are brought home on the last day the child is in school. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The play yard was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The cushioning material is wood chips which appeared to be enough to absorb falls. There is a separate yard for infants on the grass which appeared to be enough to absorb falls. There is a waiver for shared yard with staggered schedule. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by Brita water pitcher and sports bottles with the child’s name on it. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained, in good repair and free of hazards and sharp edges. There is an in-ground pool that is not being utilized by the facility therefore the gate was locked by a padlock. The facility had a routine inspection for the Swimming Pool and was inspected on 04/29/26 by County of Orange Public Health Services, Environmental Health Division with a “Pass” result. LPA reviewed the facility’s daily pool log. LPA was provided a copy of the inspection report. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. The facility conducted an emergency drill on May 21, 2026. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. 5 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1596.7995 (a) (1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. During record review, 3 of 5 staff are missing Health Screening done by a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment Page 2 of 4 Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporter training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 02/2028. 6 Children's records were reviewed; there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. Sign in/out sheet was reviewed. 15-minute sleep checks for infants 24 months and under were reviewed. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. The facility conducted Lead Testing on October 4, 2023. Currently, there are medications for children. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Transfer Request (LIC9182). The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Page 3 of 4 NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials · Always place infants on their backs for sleeping · Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress · Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib · Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard · Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them · Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping · The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold For the purpose of licensing, infants are 0 to 24 months. Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The areas that were evaluated, the facility is in violation of of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Section 101216(g)(1) Personnel Requirements. 1 Type B violation cited. See LIC809D An Inspection and exit interview were completed with Director Aleea Castillo. The report and deficiency was reviewed and discussed. “Notice of Site Visit” was posted and must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Appeal rights were provided. Page 4 of 4

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

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.

  • PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 of 5 staff are missing Health Screening LIC503 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 1, 2026 inspection of HILLSBOROUGH PRIVATE SCHOOL?

This was an inspection of HILLSBOROUGH PRIVATE SCHOOL on June 1, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HILLSBOROUGH PRIVATE SCHOOL on June 1, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 of 5 staff are missi..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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