MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL

1636 WEST CATHERINE DRIVE, Anaheim, CA 92801LICENSED
F

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

17 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: LICENSED

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

February 12, 2026

Provenance

California licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL
License number
Not listed
Location
1636 WEST CATHERINE DRIVE, Anaheim, CA 92801
Status
LICENSED
Safety grade
F (Poor), score 46.5/100
Inspection record
17 inspections, last inspected February 12, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

F
Poor46.5 / 100
Health100/100
Safety55/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance0/100

55

Total Violations

Feb 12, 2026

Last Inspection

20

Capacity

Complaint History

9 complaint investigations on record.

1

Substantiated

0

Inconclusive

14

Unsubstantiated

Mar 6, 2025
1 unsubstantiated
Jan 27, 2025
2 unsubstantiated
May 8, 2024
3 unsubstantiated
Feb 6, 2024
1 unsubstantiated
Aug 22, 2023
2 unsubstantiated
May 26, 2023
2 unsubstantiated
May 15, 2023
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated1 citation
Apr 14, 2023
1 unsubstantiated
Apr 12, 2021
1 unsubstantiated

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (55)

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.954Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY101700.3(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439.1(f)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32(Continued, Page 2...) Sleeping area for the younger infants includes cribs that do not hinder the entrance or exit to the classroom. Cribs were free of loose articles and materials and included a tight fitting sheet. During visit, LPAs observed an infant in a crib that was placed on their back. Infant staff utilize a sleeping log that documents the 15 minute time check of when a napping infant is checked on. LPAs reviewed sleeping logs utilized by infant staff. Upon review, LPAs did not observe a consistent daily sleeping log for napping infants. LPAs observed sleeping logs to include random days throughout the month. LPAs requested infant staff to provide sleeping log from 10/19/2023. Per staff, sleeping log was not maintained for 10/19/2023. There is a separate room utilized for sleeping for the older infants. Cots are utilized for the older napping infants. LPAs observed cots to be appropriately stored. Sheets are stored in infants' individual cubbies. Per director, staff do not maintain sleeping logs for older infants sleeping in cots. LPAs reminded director a daily sleeping log must be maintained for all infants under 24 months. LPAs observed poisons, cleaning solutions and poisons to be inaccessible in classrooms. Both the infant classroom and infant napping area is equipped with a carbon monoxide detector, smoke alarm system and fully charged fire extinguisher. During visit, LPAs tested both carbon monoxide detectors in classroom and sleeping room, which were observed to be working. Infant program shares indoor atrium with preschool program on rotation schedule. LPAs observed atrium to have sufficient toys and materials that were in good condition. There are portable climbing structures with resilient padding underneath. Poles located in atrium were observed to be padded. Licensing documents were observed to be pro

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439.1(f)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32(Continued, Page 2...) Sleeping area for the younger infants includes cribs that do not hinder the entrance or exit to the classroom. Cribs were free of loose articles and materials and included a tight fitting sheet. During visit, LPAs observed an infant in a crib that was placed on their back. Infant staff utilize a sleeping log that documents the 15 minute time check of when a napping infant is checked on. LPAs reviewed sleeping logs utilized by infant staff. Upon review, LPAs did not observe a consistent daily sleeping log for napping infants. LPAs observed sleeping logs to include random days throughout the month. LPAs requested infant staff to provide sleeping log from 10/19/2023. Per staff, sleeping log was not maintained for 10/19/2023. There is a separate room utilized for sleeping for the older infants. Cots are utilized for the older napping infants. LPAs observed cots to be appropriately stored. Sheets are stored in infants' individual cubbies. Per director, staff do not maintain sleeping logs for older infants sleeping in cots. LPAs reminded director a daily sleeping log must be maintained for all infants under 24 months. LPAs observed poisons, cleaning solutions and poisons to be inaccessible in classrooms. Both the infant classroom and infant napping area is equipped with a carbon monoxide detector, smoke alarm system and fully charged fire extinguisher. During visit, LPAs tested both carbon monoxide detectors in classroom and sleeping room, which were observed to be working. Infant program shares indoor atrium with preschool program on rotation schedule. LPAs observed atrium to have sufficient toys and materials that were in good condition. There are portable climbing structures with resilient padding underneath. Poles located in atrium were observed to be padded. Licensing documents were observed to be pro

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.954ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439.1(f)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439.1(f)(3)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)Type AComplaintFeb 12, 2026

LPA and LPM observed Staff #1 supervising 15 children while Staff #2 went into the kichen behind closed door and was also observed coming from a different classroom upon arrival, leaving Staff #1 out of ratio. This poses an immediate riskto the safety to the children in care.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSSAFETY101700.3(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.954Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.954Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439.1(f)(3)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(f) Cribs shall be free from all loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows. (3) There shall be no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439.1(f)(3)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(f) Cribs shall be free from all loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows. (3) There shall be no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

SERIOUSSAFETY101700.3(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.954Type BComplaintFeb 12, 2026

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.954ComplaintFeb 12, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BJan 14, 2025

(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101170(e)(1)Jan 14, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Jan 14, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101170(e)(1)Type BJan 14, 2025

(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BJan 14, 2025

(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101170(e)(1)Type BJan 14, 2025

(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintMay 15, 2023

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL's safety grade?

MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 46.5 out of 100.

How many violations does MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL have?

MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL has 55 total violations on record, including 4 critical, 51 serious, and 0 minor.

When was MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL last inspected?

MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL was last inspected on February 12, 2026.

Has MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL had any complaints?

MAGICAL STAR MONTESSORI-PRESCHOOL has 9 complaint investigations on record, with 1 substantiated allegation, 0 inconclusive, and 14 unsubstantiated.

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