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KINDERCARE CUYAMACA CENTERLicense 3766003181 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On October 16, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Leilani Curtis conducted an unannounced inspection to obtain additional information in regards to the above allegation. Upon arrival LPA met with Assistant Director Ana Pacheco and proceeded to tour the facility. There were 34 children present. At approximately 8:10 a.m. LPA observed 13 children with one staff member in the two year old classroom. The classroom was out of ratio. LPA conducted interviews with facility staff who also state that the facility has been out of ratio in the morning on several occasions, including 10/10/23 when classroom Preschool B (2/3 year olds) was out of ratio. Based on observation and staff interviews the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 101216.3(a) is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. An exit interview was conducted with Director Monica Collins. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC9213) and Appeal Rights (LIC9058) were provided to the director and her signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. LPA observed Notice of Site Visit being posted. Notice of Site visit must remain posted at the facility 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.

  • 101216.3(a)Type B

    TEACHER-CHILD RATIO

    101216.3 Teacher-Child Ratio: (a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance...This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation and staff interviews facility classrooms have been out of ratio on several occasions including 10/10/23 & 10/16/23. This poses a potential health, safey or personal rights risk to the children in care.

  • 101438.3(b)Type B

    INDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE FOR INFANTS

    101438.3 Indoor Activity Space for Infants: (b) Indoor activity space for infants shall be physically separate from space used by children in the child care center and school-age child care center components. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted by LPA, infant/toddlers are allowed to use the preschool activity space with the preschoolers 30 days prior to their second birthday. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to the children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 16, 2023 inspection of KINDERCARE CUYAMACA CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of KINDERCARE CUYAMACA CENTER on October 16, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KINDERCARE CUYAMACA CENTER on October 16, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101216.3 Teacher-Child Ratio: (a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than ..."

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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