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Inspection visit

complaint

HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERLicense 3767012481 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Based on interviews conducted, the allegation that staff inappropriately handle children in care is SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1) are being cited on the attached LIC9099D. Appeal rights were issued and discussed with licensee and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed by Director, Belen Esteban. A notice of site visit was given to director and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to the interior side of the main door for 30 days. The report must be made available to the public for three years. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Citations

1 citation 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

    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 requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that staff wrapped their arms around a child to restrict the childs movement which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 15, 2025 inspection of HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER on October 15, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HAPPY TIMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER on October 15, 2025?

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

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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