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Pleasant Hill · Licensed center

Center of Gravity, Inc.

At a glance

  • Medium center, licensed for 60 children.

What the state has found

The state cited rules at 3 of its 12 licensing inspections since November 2021.

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Licensing inspections

  • Oct 22, 2026Nothing cited
  • Sep 10, 2026Nothing cited
  • Aug 20, 2026Nothing cited
  • Aug 12, 20261 citation
    • CCR 101227(a)(7)(b)Type B
      • “101227 Food Services (a) In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: (7) Modified diets prescribed by a child's physician as a medical necessity shall be provided. (B) A child shall not be served any food to which the child's record indicates he/she has an allergy. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when C1 was given an allergen which poses an possible risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.”

        CCR 101227(a)(7)(b)

  • Aug 6, 20261 citation
    • CCR 101229(a)(1)Type B
      • “101229 Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision (a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. (1) No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time...Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when staff did not adequately supervised C1 and C1 pulled their pants down in front of other children which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.”

        CCR 101229(a)(1)

  • May 1, 2026Nothing cited
  • Sep 22, 2025Nothing cited
  • Apr 25, 2024Nothing cited
  • Aug 3, 2023Nothing cited
  • Feb 15, 2023Nothing cited
  • Jun 22, 2022Nothing cited
  • Nov 1, 20211 citation
    • CCR 101174(d)Type B
      • “(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Last drill was conducted in February 2020 which poses a potential health, safety risk to persons in care.”

        CCR 101174(d)

The state cited rules at 3 of this center's 12 inspections. Most Bay Area centers inspected 10 or more times had rules cited at some but not all of theirs, as this center did: 100% of 89.

How all 89 Bay Area centers inspected 10 or more times compare

Of the 89 Bay Area centers the state inspected 10 or more times, how many of those inspections cited a rule:

  • Some100%This center
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State record — California CDSS Community Care Licensing

Last visit
October 22, 2026
On file
12 visits since November 2021 — 9 cited nothing · 6 complaint investigations
Most serious
Type B — 101227 Food Services (a) In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: (7) Modified diets prescribed by a child's physician as a medical necessity shall be provided. (B) A child shall not be served any food to which the child's record indicates he/she has an allergy. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when C1 was given an allergen which poses an possible risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care. · August 12, 2026

California CDSS publishes the full investigation narrative for a complaint, including its disposition, and classifies a citation Type A — an immediate risk to a child — or Type B.

Oct 2026 Licensing visit nothing cited
Sep 2026 Licensing visit nothing cited
Aug 2026 Licensing visit nothing cited
Aug 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · August 12, 2026

CCR 101227(a)(7)(b) · Type B

101227 Food Services (a) In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: (7) Modified diets prescribed by a child's physician as a medical necessity shall be provided. (B) A child shall not be served any food to which the child's record indicates he/she has an allergy. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when C1 was given an allergen which poses an possible risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

Request Denied

State report

Aug 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · August 6, 2026

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type B

101229 Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision (a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. (1) No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time...Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when staff did not adequately supervised C1 and C1 pulled their pants down in front of other children which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

State report

May 2026 Licensing visit nothing cited
Mar 2026 Complaint Unsubstantiated

Complaint · March 4, 2026

ALLEGATION(S): NEGLECT/LACK OF SUPERVISION-Staff left child unsupervised while in care RATIO-staff operate out of ratio Food Service-Staff do not ensure the posted menu is provided INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 4/2/2026 at approximately 1:30pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) J.M. and A.H. conducted a subsequent complaint investigation at Center of Gravity Preschool to deliver investigation findings. LPAs met with owner/director M.G. and explained the purpose of today’s visit. During today's inspection there were 55 preschool children in care with 13 staff members present. Director stated there are 60 children enrolled. Findings determinations for the above allegation was delivered during today's inspection. Complaintaint alleges staff left child unsupervised while in care. continues on 9099-C Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: On 4/2/2026 at approximately 1:30pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) J.M. and A.H. conducted a subsequent complaint investigation at Center of Gravity Preschool to deliver investigation findings. LPAs met with owner/director M.G. and explained the purpose of today’s visit. During today's inspection there were 55 preschool children in care with 13 staff members present. Director stated there are 60 children enrolled. Based on observations, interviews, and record review, LPAs did not obtain sufficient evidence to support the allegation that staff were operating out of the required teacher-to-child ratio. During the inspection, LPAs observed classrooms and conducted head counts of children and staff present. At the time of observation, classrooms were operating within the required ratios. Continues on 9099-C Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: On 4/2/2026 at approximately 1:30pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) J.M. and A.H. conducted a subsequent complaint investigation at Center of Gravity Preschool to deliver investigation findings. LPAs met with owner/director M.G. and explained the purpose of today’s visit. During today's inspection there were 55 preschool children in care with 13 staff members present. Director stated there are 60 children enrolled. Based on interviews and record review, LPAs did not obtain sufficient evidence to support the allegation that staff failed to ensure that the posted menu was provided to children in care. Staff interviews indicated that meals and snacks are prepared and served in accordance with the posted menu, with occasional substitutions made as necessary. Continues on 9099-C Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

State report

Sep 2025 Licensing visit nothing cited
Mar 2025 Complaint Substantiated

Complaint · March 19, 2025

CCR 101223(a)(2) · Type B

(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted it was determined that the facility had been having an odor in one of the classrooms due to a dead rodent in the wall which posed a potential risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of children in care.

State report

Apr 2024 Licensing visit nothing cited
Aug 2023 Licensing visit nothing cited
Feb 2023 Licensing visit nothing cited
Dec 2022 Complaint Unsubstantiated

Complaint · December 9, 2022

ALLEGATION(S): Staff restrained a child while in care INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 1/18/23, at 2:56PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) C.F. arrived unannounced to deliver the findings to the above allegation. LPA met with Director U.S. Present in care were 47 preschoolers and an additional eight staff members. During the course of the investigation LPA F. did a walk through of the center, conducted interviews and reviewed center files. An allegation was made that staff at the center were restraining a child in care. However, after interviews and reviewing center documents the staff at the center have been trained in safe holds for children. Therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated, although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Exit interview conducted Report and Appeal Rights provided. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

State report

Nov 2022 Complaint Substantiated

Complaint · November 29, 2022

CCR 101237a · Type B

Alterations to Existing Buildings or New Facilities (a) Prior to construction or alterations, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change(s). This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews the parking lot is being used as a play space for the children which is a potential safety risk to children in care.

State report

Oct 2022 Complaint Unsubstantiated

Complaint · October 6, 2022

ALLEGATION(S): Staff inappropriately restrained minor in care. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 12/8/22, at 3:40PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) C.F. arrived unannounced to deliver the findings to the above allegations. LPA F. met with Director U.S. and Assistant Director R.S. Present in care were 30 preschoolers and six additional staff members. During the course of the investigation, LPA F. conducted interviews, reviewed center documents and observed the children in care. Interviews indicated conflicting information regarding the above allegations. Therefore, the allegations are unsubstantiated, although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Exit interview conducted Report and Appeal Rights provided Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

State report

Jun 2022 Licensing visit nothing cited
Nov 2021 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · November 1, 2021

CCR 101174(d) · Type B

(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Last drill was conducted in February 2020 which poses a potential health, safety risk to persons in care.

State report

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Details

Phone
(925) 954-8399
Address
2702 Pleasant Hill Rd., Pleasant Hill, 94523
License
073408199

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State record

The state’s licensing transparency data reports 10 complaint-related visit(s) to this facility, while 5 complaint investigation report(s) are published on the transparency portal. State complaint counts: substantiated=3, inconclusive=0, unsubstantiated=5, unfounded=CONFIDENTIAL, Type A citations=0, Type B citations=2. The state publishes no further detail for the difference.

From California CDSS Community Care Licensing’s published reports, last checked November 5, 2026.

Details

Medium means the middle half of Bay Area’s 439 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 31 to 75 children. Small is 8 to 30; large is 76 to 312.

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