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Kids by the Sea
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (760) 303-4186
- Address
- 920 Balour Drive
- 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.
2025
- 101161(a)Type B
LIMITATIONS ON CAPACITY
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed site director's 7 month old child on site (in the office). Also observed was a baby walker. Ms. Arechiga stated that her child stays in the office with her and that the walker is also for her child's use. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101174(d)Type B
DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY PLAN
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The facility has not conducted a fire drill since October 1, 2023. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101216(g)(2)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff M.G. is missing a copy of Health screening on file. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101217(a)(14)Type B
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff N.T. fingerprint clearance is not associated to the facility. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101220(a)Type B
CHILD'S MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that child #2 did not have a copy of medical assessment on file. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101226(e)(2)Type B
HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that Child #1's Epi-pen has expired. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238.2(d)(2)Type B
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed several gaps in the outdoor activity space (rubber panels) that poses a tripping hazzard. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238(e)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that there is a man-made stream in the backyard that is accessible to children. Pockets of water that are about an inch deep were observed. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1596.7995(a)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff N.T. is missing proof of being immunized against measles on file. This deficiency 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, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff Silvia Tovar and Abigail Arechiga are missing proof of current Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 101238(e)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the facility did not comply with the section cited above in that a water feature was installed that has some pockets of water that are over 1 inch deep, creating a potential hazard to children in care.
Inspection record
2 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2025-04-16.
2 routine inspections.
- Inspection10 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
11 citations across the record on file
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FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Kids by the Sea licensed in California?
Yes, Kids by the Sea is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2016.
How many citations does Kids by the Sea have?
Kids by the Sea has 11 citations on record: 11 Type B citations. It has received 2 visits (2 inspections).
When was Kids by the Sea last inspected?
Kids by the Sea was last inspected on April 16, 2025 (about 1 year ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Kids by the Sea?
Kids by the Sea 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 36 children. It is located in Encinitas, San Diego County, California.
How does Kids by the Sea compare to other daycares in San Diego County?
Kids by the Sea has 11 citations. The county average is 2.3 citations per facility. There are 3,330 licensed childcare facilities in San Diego County.
Does Kids by the Sea have any serious violations?
Kids by the Sea has no Type A (serious) citations. All 11 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
What ages does Kids by the Sea serve?
Kids by the Sea serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 36 children.
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