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Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 14 children
- Age range
- 0 months to 5 years (4 infants max)
- Phone
- (760) 580-7600
- Licensed since
San Diego County context
3,330*CCLD
Total facilities
2.3*CCLD
Avg citations
5.1*CCLD
Avg visits
1.2*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
11 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.
2023
- 102417(g)(7)Type B
OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 6 children's files reviewed do not contain signed consent for emergency medical treatment forms, LIC627 or completed ID and emergency information forms, LIC700. This poses posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102417(g)(9)(A)1Type B
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The last documented disaster/fire drill occurred on 2/17/23. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102418(g)Type B
IMMUNIZATIONS
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 6 children's files reviewed do not contain immunization documentation. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102419(d)(1)Type B
ADMISSION PROCEDURES AND PARENTAL AND AUTHORIZED
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one out of six files reviewed do not contain a signed LIC995A (Notification of Parents Rights). This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 102417(g)(4)Type B
OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee had medication accessible to children on a kitchen counter. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102417(g)(8)Type B
OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME
Based on record review and licensee statement, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee does not maintain a current roster of the children in care. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102417(g)(9)(A)Type B
OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME
Based on record review and licensee statement, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee has not conducted or documented a disaster/fire drill every six months. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102418(g)Type B
IMMUNIZATIONS
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two out of eight children present at time of inspection do not have immunization records available for review. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 102421(d)Type B
Based on record review and licensee statement, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee states that she has 13 children in care and she does not maintain the LIC9150, Notification of Additional Children in Care, in each child's file. This poses a potential 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 record review and licensee statement, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee and her helper/spouse George Kirkham do not have current mandated reporter certification. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1597.622(c)Type B
Family Day Care Homes
Based on record review and licensee's statement, George Kirkham does not have immunization records for measles and pertusis available for review. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
3 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2024-01-26.
2 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit. 1 complaint on record.
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection4 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection7 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
11 citations across the record on file
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FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care licensed in California?
Yes, Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 1996.
How many citations does Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care have?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care has 11 citations on record: 11 Type B citations. It has received 3 visits (2 inspections, 1 complaint visit).
When was Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care last inspected?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care was last inspected on January 26, 2024 (about 2 years ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care is a Family Child Care Home (FCC), which is a home-based program licensed to care for up to 14 children with a licensed capacity of 14 children. It is located in San Marcos, San Diego County, California.
How does Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care compare to other daycares in San Diego County?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care has 11 citations. The county average is 2.3 citations per facility. There are 3,330 licensed childcare facilities in San Diego County.
Does Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care have any serious violations?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care has no Type A (serious) citations. All 11 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
Has Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care had any complaint inspections?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care has received 1 complaint-triggered inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care serve?
Kirkham, Gemma Family Child Care serves children from infants to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 14 children.
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