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Higher Learning Academy
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 62 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (619) 300-6964
- Address
- 9467 Jamacha Boulevard
- Licensed since
San Diego County context
2,659*CCLD
Total facilities
2.3*CCLD
Avg citations
4.4*CCLD
Avg visits
0.8*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
3 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.
- 101216(g)(1)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one (1) out of seven (7) staff did not have a health screening, TB test result or immunization records on file for review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101220(a)Type B
CHILD'S MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in three (3) out of 10 children did not have a medical assessment on file for review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101226(e)(3)(A)Type B
HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES
Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in five (5) out of 10 children's medication did not have a parent consent form or in the original packaging with a prescription label which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2025-06-04.
2 routine inspections, 5 complaint visits. 5 complaints on record.
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection3 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
3 citations across the record on file
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FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Higher Learning Academy licensed in California?
Yes, Higher Learning Academy is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2009.
How many citations does Higher Learning Academy have?
Higher Learning Academy has 3 citations on record: 3 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (2 inspections, 5 complaint visits).
When was Higher Learning Academy last inspected?
Higher Learning Academy was last inspected on June 4, 2025 (about 1 year ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Higher Learning Academy?
Higher Learning Academy 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 62 children. It is located in Spring Valley, San Diego County, California.
How does Higher Learning Academy compare to other daycares in San Diego County?
Higher Learning Academy has 3 citations. The county average is 2.3 citations per facility. There are 2,659 licensed childcare facilities in San Diego County.
Does Higher Learning Academy have any serious violations?
Higher Learning Academy has no Type A (serious) citations. All 3 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
Has Higher Learning Academy had any complaint inspections?
Higher Learning Academy has received 5 complaint-triggered inspections. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Higher Learning Academy serve?
Higher Learning Academy serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 62 children.
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