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AMES CHILD CARE CENTERLicense 4344080351 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melanie Otsuji arrived to the facility unannounced to conclude investigation into the above allegation. LPA was met by Acting Director, Thao "Kryssie" Nguyen. Also present today were 8 additional staff members and 40 preschool aged children. During the course of the investigation multiple interviews stated that they either observed or heard of S1 "bopping" a child on the head with a soft block and playfully hitting a child on the back. Based on LPAs observations and interviews which were conducted and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1), are being cited on the attached LIC. 9099D. Exit interview conducted with Acting Director, Kryssie Nguyen. Appeal rights provided.

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.

  • 101223(a)(2)Type B

    PERSONAL RIGHTS

    To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. -This regulation is not being met as evidence by: multiple interviewees state that they observed or heard of S11 "bopping" a child on the head with a soft block and S11 hitting a child on the back resulting in the children crying. Which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 12, 2023 inspection of AMES CHILD CARE CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of AMES CHILD CARE CENTER on December 12, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to AMES CHILD CARE CENTER on December 12, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. -This re..."

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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