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Hilltop Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 97 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (858) 486-6712
- Address
- 12348B Casa Avenida
- 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
7 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.
- 101223(a)(2)Type A
PERSONAL RIGHTS
Based on observation and interview of Director Martin the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that none of the children in the Ladybug classroom (2 yr olds), Dragonfly classroom (PreK) rooms and one out of 8 children in the Fireflies room were wearing masks. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- 101238(g)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that cleaning supplies including Clorox wipes and disinfectant spray were accessible to children in the Catepillar Class, Dragonfly Class and Ladybug Class. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101239.1(b)(5)Type B
Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Several mats in the toddler room, room #1, were torn exposing the foam. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101239(o)(1)Type B
FIXTURES, FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA's observed three tricycles on the playground missing foot pedals. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101429(a)(2)(B)Type B
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION FOR INFANTS
Based on record review and interview with Director the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The facility does not maintain documentation on the 15 minute checks on sleeping infants. This 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 in 6 out of 12 staff members were missing immunization records. 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 the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 out of 12 staff members are missing current mandated reporter certifcations. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
8 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2026-01-06.
2 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit. 1 complaint on record.
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type A · 6 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
7 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Poway
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Hilltop Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, Hilltop Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2018.
How many citations does Hilltop Preschool have?
Hilltop Preschool has 7 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 6 Type B citations. It has received 8 visits (2 inspections, 1 complaint visit, 5 other visits).
When was Hilltop Preschool last inspected?
Hilltop Preschool was last inspected on January 6, 2026 (about 4 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Hilltop Preschool?
Hilltop Preschool 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 97 children. It is located in Poway, San Diego County, California.
How does Hilltop Preschool compare to other daycares in San Diego County?
Hilltop Preschool has 7 citations. The county average is 2.3 citations per facility. There are 3,330 licensed childcare facilities in San Diego County.
Does Hilltop Preschool have any serious violations?
Hilltop Preschool has 1 Type A citation on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to children. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has Hilltop Preschool had any complaint inspections?
Hilltop Preschool has received 1 complaint-triggered inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Hilltop Preschool serve?
Hilltop Preschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 97 children.
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