LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
34 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: LICENSED
Last refreshed
April 3, 2026
Latest inspection
February 18, 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
- LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST
- License number
- Not listed
- Location
- 1851 E WASHINGTON, Escondido, CA 92027
- Status
- LICENSED
- Safety grade
- D (Below Average), score 60.0/100
- Inspection record
- 34 inspections, last inspected February 18, 2026
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
99
Total Violations
Feb 18, 2026
Last Inspection
12
Capacity
Complaint History
14 complaint investigations on record.
13
Substantiated
0
Inconclusive
18
Unsubstantiated
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (99)
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
(j) Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by the infant's authorized representative shall be labeled with the infant's name and the current date.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(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.
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(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.
(j) Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by the infant's authorized representative shall be labeled with the infant's name and the current date.
(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (B) For each prescription medication, the licensee shall obtain, in writing, approval and instructions from the child's authorized representative for the administration of the medication to the child.
(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (B) For each prescription medication, the licensee shall obtain, in writing, approval and instructions from the child's authorized representative for the administration of the medication to the child.
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in where classroom number 6 bathroom, which included the toilet and ceiling, were in disrepair until todays date. Additionally, the fire alarm is not in proper working order, classroom #3 back door does not lock allowing access to outside alley of the CCC, Classroom #5 and # 2 front door handle are not in proper working condition, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
; Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above where the licensee did not ensure that the fire protection system was not in working order at all times, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
; Based on interviews, evidence collected and records reviewed, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above where it was found that the allegation Facility does not follow admission agreement policies is Substantiated, Which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.
; On 03/27/2025 a child sustained injuries requiring medical treatment, by staffs own admission, corroborated interviews and video evidence, staff failed to provide supervision at the time of the injury.
(2) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be maintained with the child's name and shall be dated.
(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.
(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.
(2) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be maintained with the child's name and shall be dated.
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights
Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that sign in/out sheets were missing full signatures which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that sign in/out sheets were missing full signatures which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk
Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
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 32Records: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance. LPA reviewed 10 children’s files and 6 staff files. LPA evaluated transcripts and signed the Evaluation of Teacher Qualifications (LIC 9095) form for one staff member. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel report. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Mandated Reporter certificates were reviewed. Director was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certificates every two years. Sign in and out procedure was observed and documents reviewed. Emergency Drills are recorded and performed at least every six months. Per facility representative, there are no firearms on the premises. Documents required to be posted in a prominent area were reviewed. Observations: At 11:40am, LPA Uribe accompanied the director to escort two children from the day care to the neighboring elementary school. The elementary school is located two properties over from the facility and is a short walk's distance. LPA Uribe observed the procedure of dropping off the afternoon TK class students and the pick up of the morning TK class students as performed each day by facility staff. LPA Uribe, the director, and the child picked up from the elementary school arrived back at the facility around 11:55am. Children who attend school at the elementary school (TK or Kindergarten) will be picked up from or dropped off at their classrooms by facility staff at the child care center. LPA Uribe observed that the facility staff who escort the children to and from the school maintained visual supervision of the children at all times while walking them to, from, and on campus of the elementary school. LPA Uribe observed the staff member walk the children onto campus and to the door of their classroom and ensured t
(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.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (1) To be accorded dignity in his/her personal relationships with staff and other persons.
(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following:
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
(a) All child care centers shall secure and maintain a fire clearance approved by the city or county fire department, the district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal.
(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (1) To be accorded dignity in his/her personal relationships with staff and other persons.
101223 Personal Rights (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.
(a) All child care centers shall secure and maintain a fire clearance approved by the city or county fire department, the district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal.
101223 Personal Rights (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.
(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.
(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following:
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
101223 Personal Rights (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.
101223 Personal Rights (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.
(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature including but not limited to: interference with functions of daily living including eating, sleeping or toileting; or withholding of shelter, clothing, medication or aids to physical functioning.
(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature including but not limited to: interference with functions of daily living including eating, sleeping or toileting; or withholding of shelter, clothing, medication or aids to physical functioning.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(1) Each infant shall be constantly supervised and under direct visual observation and supervision by a staff person at all times. Under no circumstances shall ANY infant be left unattended.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.
(1) Each infant shall be constantly supervised and under direct visual observation and supervision by a staff person at all times. Under no circumstances shall ANY infant be left unattended.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
101223 Personal Rights (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.
101223 Personal Rights (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.
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 32Records: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance. LPA reviewed 10 children’s files and 6 staff files. LPA evaluated transcripts and signed the Evaluation of Teacher Qualifications (LIC 9095) form for one staff member. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel report. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Mandated Reporter certificates were reviewed. Director was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certificates every two years. Sign in and out procedure was observed and documents reviewed. Emergency Drills are recorded and performed at least every six months. Per facility representative, there are no firearms on the premises. Documents required to be posted in a prominent area were reviewed. Observations: At 11:40am, LPA Uribe accompanied the director to escort two children from the day care to the neighboring elementary school. The elementary school is located two properties over from the facility and is a short walk's distance. LPA Uribe observed the procedure of dropping off the afternoon TK class students and the pick up of the morning TK class students as performed each day by facility staff. LPA Uribe, the director, and the child picked up from the elementary school arrived back at the facility around 11:55am. Children who attend school at the elementary school (TK or Kindergarten) will be picked up from or dropped off at their classrooms by facility staff at the child care center. LPA Uribe observed that the facility staff who escort the children to and from the school maintained visual supervision of the children at all times while walking them to, from, and on campus of the elementary school. LPA Uribe observed the staff member walk the children onto campus and to the door of their classroom and ensured t
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST's safety grade?
LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST has a safety grade of D (Below Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 60.0 out of 100.
How many violations does LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST have?
LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST has 99 total violations on record, including 11 critical, 88 serious, and 0 minor.
When was LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST last inspected?
LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST was last inspected on February 18, 2026.
Has LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST had any complaints?
LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST has 14 complaint investigations on record, with 13 substantiated allegations, 0 inconclusive, and 18 unsubstantiated.