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First Step Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 30 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (760) 398-4828
- Address
- 84711 Avenue 51
- Licensed since
Riverside County context
2,053*CCLD
Total facilities
3.3*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
7 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
- 101216(g)(1)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that S2 and S3 did not have a current health screening report and Tuberculosis test which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101227(a)(1)Type B
FOOD SERVICE
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Licensee had served bagels and cheese that were expired which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238(a)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that certain parts of the classroom where drywall is deteriorating which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238(g)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed cleaning items under the kitchen sink and desitin cream in the childrens bathroom which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101239(n)Type B
FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed furniture (storage cubby/ childrens table) in the classroom that was not in good repair which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 101227(a)(18)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the kitchen under the sink there are signs of dirt and dark stain of unknown source which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101227(a)(19)Type B
FOOD SERVICE
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPA observed a total of 3 open food bags that were not properly protected, seal and can possible become contaminated. LPA did not observe signs of contamination at this time, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
5 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-04-02.
4 routine inspections.
- Inspection5 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
7 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Coachella
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is First Step Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, First Step Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2013.
How many citations does First Step Preschool have?
First Step Preschool has 7 citations on record: 7 Type B citations. It has received 5 visits (4 inspections, 1 other visit).
When was First Step Preschool last inspected?
First Step Preschool was last inspected on April 2, 2026 (4 weeks ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is First Step Preschool?
First Step 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 30 children. It is located in Coachella, Riverside County, California.
How does First Step Preschool compare to other daycares in Riverside County?
First Step Preschool has 7 citations. The county average is 3.3 citations per facility. There are 2,053 licensed childcare facilities in Riverside County.
Does First Step Preschool have any serious violations?
First Step Preschool has no Type A (serious) citations. All 7 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
What ages does First Step Preschool serve?
First Step Preschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 30 children.
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