Mini Bay Tots Preschool

HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) · Type B

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and record reviews, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above as three out of four Teaching Staff did not have mandated reporter training which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 102416(c) · Type B

(c) The licensee and other personnel as specified shall complete training on preventive health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and record reviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as four out of four Teaching Staff did not have a current CPR/First Aid ceritificate which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

ALLEGATION(S): NEGLECT/LACK OF SUPERVISION - Day care child sustained an injury at the facility due to neglect/lack of supervision. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 12/18/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A.H. conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at Mini Bay Tots Preschool. LPA met with Director R.W. and explained the purpose of the investigation. During today’s inspection LPA observed four (4) preschoolers and two (2) Teaching Staff including Director R.W. The finding for the above allegation was delivered during the inspection to which the Complainant alleges that Day care child sustained an injury at the facility due to neglect/lack of supervision. During the investigation, LPA inspected the facility, conducted interviews with staff and parents, and reviewed records. It was determined that this allegation may or may not have occurred. 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, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. No Deficiency has been cited for this allegation. Exit interview was conducted with Director R.W. and appeal rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECTIVE DAYS. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101225(a) · Type B

Transportation 101225(a) Only drivers licensed for the type of vehicle operated shall be permitted to transport children. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by the owner/director's statement that V.M. is the driver that transports children to/from this facility in a 15 passenger van that he owns, but does not have a driver's license with a passenger endorsement. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

Request Denied

ALLEGATION(S): Personal Rights ~ Staff did not pick up day care child from school in a timely manner. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On November 8, 2022 at 8:20 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) N.B. and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Mayla Mendoza conducted an unannounced complaint investigation inspection regarding the above allegation. LPA and LPM entered the facility at and met with Director R.W. Present during the inspection were 3 teachers, (4) Preschool, and (5) Toddlers present for a Health and Safety inspection, During the investigation LPA conducted staff and Parent Interviews. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging staff did not pick up day care child from school in a timely manner. Based on LPA's interviews which were conducted and a record review, provider was not aware of the new pick up location in advance, but text threads between parent and provider indicated provider was given new pick up location. although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. Exit interview conducted with Director W.R. and appeal rights were provided and discussed. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: 60

CCR 101216.1(b)(1) · Type B

Prior to employment, a teacher shall meet the requirements of (b)(1) or (b)(2) below: (1) A teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least six postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units of the education requirement specified in (c)(1) below, or shall have obtained a Child Development Assistance Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher C. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by review of the files for two staff that are present and caring for children, and the director's statement that they are enrolled in school but do not have units. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

Request Denied

CCR101161(a) · Type B

A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by observation of a school age child in the preschool age classroom. The director confirmed that the child is 8 years old and starting the 3rd grade next week. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

Request Denied

CCR 101170(e) · Type A

101170(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (1) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by LPM's observation of staff member M.W. caring for children. The director confirmed that she began working at the center on 8/8/22. LPM checked and found that M.W. does not have a criminal record clearance. This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

Request Denied