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Inspection visit

Complaint

DESERT YMCA/LA QUINTA PRESCHOOLLicense 3309108551 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

LPA interviewed 5 staff. 3 of 5 staff confirmed hearing inappropriate statements being verbalized to children or inappropriate statements being said about children in front of them. Based on interviews conducted, the allegation that staff speak inappropriately to or about children in their presence is Substantiated and a citation is being issued. A finding that is Substantiated means the allegation is valid because the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, along with the LIC-9099D and Appeal Rights is provided to Program Director Cheryl Hughes. A Notice of Site visit was given, and the Licensee understands that it must remain posted for 30 days. LPA conducted interviews with 5 staff members. 2 of 5 staff revealed they have heard S1 and S2 yell at children; however, the remaining 3 staff could not corroborate the allegation. Although LPA attempted interviews with children, LPA was unable to obtain information regarding the allegations. Based on interviews conducted, the allegation is found to be Unsubstantiated. A finding of Unsubstantiated means that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided. A Notice of Site visit was given, and the Licensee understands that it must remain posted for 30 days.

Citations

2 citations 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.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

    (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature.. clothing, medication or aids to physical functioning. This requirement was not being met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, and S1 admission, the requirement to ensure that each child is free from mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature was not met. This is a potential personal rights risk to children in care.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

    Personal Rights:(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(1) To be accorded dignity in his/her personal relationships with staff and other persons. This was not being done as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted it was determined that staff have spoken to children inappropriately or to other staff in front of other children. This is a potential personal rights risk to children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the December 4, 2025 inspection of DESERT YMCA/LA QUINTA PRESCHOOL?

This was a complaint inspection of DESERT YMCA/LA QUINTA PRESCHOOL on December 4, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to DESERT YMCA/LA QUINTA PRESCHOOL on December 4, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(3) To be free from corporal or ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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