LEARNING JUNGLE ESCONDIDO EAST

1851 E WASHINGTON, Escondido, CA 92027LICENSED
D

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

D
Below Average60.0 / 100
Health100/100
Safety100/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance0/100

99

Total Violations

Feb 18, 2026

Last Inspection

12

Capacity

Complaint History

14 complaint investigations on record.

13

Substantiated

0

Inconclusive

18

Unsubstantiated

Feb 18, 2026
1 substantiated2 unsubstantiated2 citations
Dec 26, 2025
2 substantiated1 citation
Dec 5, 2025
3 substantiated3 citations
Nov 14, 2025
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated1 citation
Oct 24, 2025
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated3 citations
May 1, 2025
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated1 citation
Apr 22, 2025
1 substantiated1 citation
Mar 21, 2025
1 substantiated1 citation
Jan 27, 2025
1 substantiated1 citation
Apr 8, 2024
4 unsubstantiated
Mar 22, 2024
1 unsubstantiated
Oct 24, 2023
5 unsubstantiated
Feb 2, 2023
3 unsubstantiated
May 12, 2022
1 substantiated1 citation

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (99)

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintFeb 18, 2026

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintFeb 18, 2026

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101427(j)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101438.3(e)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

(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.

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)ComplaintJan 15, 2026

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

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)ComplaintJan 15, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(3)(B)ComplaintJan 15, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101427(j)ComplaintJan 15, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Type AComplaintJan 15, 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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101438.3(e)ComplaintJan 15, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101438.3(e)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Type AComplaintJan 15, 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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101427(j)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(3)(B)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(3)(B)Type BComplaintJan 15, 2026

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintDec 26, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintDec 5, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintDec 5, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintDec 5, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintNov 14, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(2)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219(f)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219(f)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101212(a)(1)(E)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type AComplaintNov 10, 2025

; 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.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101212(a)(1)(E)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

; 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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219(f)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type AComplaintNov 10, 2025

; 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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(2)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(2) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be maintained with the child's name and shall be dated.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(2)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(2) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be maintained with the child's name and shall be dated.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219(f)Type BComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

CRITICALSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type AComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

CRITICALSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type AComplaintNov 10, 2025

(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.

CRITICALSTAFFING101229(a)(1)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

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

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101212(a)(1)(E)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

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

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219(f)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219(f)ComplaintNov 10, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintOct 24, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintOct 24, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintOct 24, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)ComplaintAug 7, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)Type BComplaintAug 7, 2025

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)Type BComplaintAug 7, 2025

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.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintMay 1, 2025

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintApr 22, 2025

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintMar 21, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintJan 27, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(n)Type BAug 30, 2023

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

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439(g)Type BAug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101429(a)(2)(B)(1-3)Type BAug 30, 2023

(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101429(a)(1)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101429(a)(2)(B)(1-3)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(3)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439(g)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(n)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101171(a)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101171(a)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101429(a)(2)(B)(1-3)Type BAug 30, 2023

(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following:

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(3)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(3)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101439(g)Type BAug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101429(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101429(a)(1)Type BAug 30, 2023

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101171(a)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(1)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Aug 30, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(2)Type BAug 30, 2023

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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(n)Type BAug 30, 2023

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

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintMay 12, 2022

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.

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