STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

3315 E SIERRA MADRE, Fresno, CA 93726INACTIVE
D

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Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

14 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: INACTIVE

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

March 7, 2025

Provenance

California licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

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Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
License number
Not listed
Location
3315 E SIERRA MADRE, Fresno, CA 93726
Status
INACTIVE
Safety grade
D (Below Average), score 60.0/100
Inspection record
14 inspections, last inspected March 7, 2025
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

121

Total Violations

Mar 7, 2025

Last Inspection

21

Capacity

Complaint History

3 complaint investigations on record.

5

Substantiated

0

Inconclusive

0

Unsubstantiated

Mar 7, 2025
1 substantiated1 citation
Feb 28, 2025
1 substantiated1 citation
Feb 12, 2024
3 substantiated2 citations

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (121)

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintMar 7, 2025

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

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintFeb 28, 2025

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

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(f)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1597.16(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(b)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101212(b)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) The name of the child care center director, and any fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the child care center director's absence, shall be reported to the Department within 10 days of a change of child care center director or designee(s).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(d) The child care center director, or the substitute director as specified in (f) below, shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(b)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) All child care centers shall have a director.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

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 32LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child; however, children's files were missing Admissions Agreements. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with documentation of meeting educational qualification requirements; however, some staff files were missing immunization records, and other required employment records. Director Sanchez was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, t

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 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. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.3(b)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) The floors of all rooms shall have a surface that is safe and clean.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

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 32LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child; however, children's files were missing Admissions Agreements. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with documentation of meeting educational qualification requirements; however, some staff files were missing immunization records, and other required employment records. Director Sanchez was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, of the California Code of Regulations, t

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 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. (1) The licensee shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(b)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(b)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) All child care centers shall have a director.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.3(b)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) The floors of all rooms shall have a surface that is safe and clean.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101212(b)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) The name of the child care center director, and any fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the child care center director's absence, shall be reported to the Department within 10 days of a change of child care center director or designee(s).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(f)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

CRITICALSTAFFING101223(a)(1)Type AComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) Each record shall contain information including, but not limited to, the following: (6) A signed copy of the admission agreement specified in Section 101219.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101212(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

101212 Reporting Requirements (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events specified in (d)(1) below, a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working day and during its normal business hours. In addition, a written report containing the information specified in (d)(2) below shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(f)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(f) When the child care center director is absent from the center, arrangements shall be made for a fully qualified teacher as specified in Section 101216.1(c) to act as substitute. This substitute child care center director shall be aware of center operations, including total enrollment; shall be trained in program operation; and shall be designated as an authorized person to correct operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to children's health and safety.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

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

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(3)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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 BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(b) Each record shall contain information including, but not limited to, the following: (6) A signed copy of the admission agreement specified in Section 101219.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(o)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(o) Playground equipment shall be securely anchored to the ground unless it is portable by design. (1) Equipment shall be maintained in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.4(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(d) Combustibles, cleaning equipment and cleaning agents shall be stored in an area separate from food supplies in a locked cabinet or in a location inaccessible to children.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(d) The child care center director, or the substitute director as specified in (f) below, shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(o)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(o) Playground equipment shall be securely anchored to the ground unless it is portable by design. (1) Equipment shall be maintained in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(g)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(g) The playground shall be enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence shall be at least four feet high.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

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

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

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

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 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:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 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:

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) In addition to the sign-in procedure requirement of Section 101226.1(b), the licensee shall develop, maintain and implement a written procedure to sign the child in/out of the child care center that shall, at a minimum, include the following: (1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use his/her full legal signature and shall record the time of day.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) In addition to the sign-in procedure requirement of Section 101226.1(b), the licensee shall develop, maintain and implement a written procedure to sign the child in/out of the child care center that shall, at a minimum, include the following: (1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use his/her full legal signature and shall record the time of day.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(g)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(g) The playground shall be enclosed by a fence to protect children and to keep them in the outdoor activity area. The fence shall be at least four feet high.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.4(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(d) Combustibles, cleaning equipment and cleaning agents shall be stored in an area separate from food supplies in a locked cabinet or in a location inaccessible to children.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(f)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(f) When the child care center director is absent from the center, arrangements shall be made for a fully qualified teacher as specified in Section 101216.1(c) to act as substitute. This substitute child care center director shall be aware of center operations, including total enrollment; shall be trained in program operation; and shall be designated as an authorized person to correct operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to children's health and safety.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

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

CRITICALSTAFFING101223(a)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

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

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223(a)(3)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.871(c)(1)(A)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101223ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101219ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101212(d)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(b)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(f)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(d)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1597.16(a)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(b)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.3(b)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.4(d)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(d)(2)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238.2(g)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(o)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(d)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(f)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(f)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101212(b)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)ComplaintJan 16, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(f)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(f) When the child care center director is absent from the center, arrangements shall be made for a fully qualified teacher as specified in Section 101216.1(c) to act as substitute. This substitute child care center director shall be aware of center operations, including total enrollment; shall be trained in program operation; and shall be designated as an authorized person to correct operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to children's health and safety.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1597.16(a)(1)Type BComplaintJan 16, 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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(f)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(f) When the child care center director is absent from the center, arrangements shall be made for a fully qualified teacher as specified in Section 101216.1(c) to act as substitute. This substitute child care center director shall be aware of center operations, including total enrollment; shall be trained in program operation; and shall be designated as an authorized person to correct operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to children's health and safety.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

§1596.8662 (b) (1)   Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of completion (b) (1)   On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child 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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

§1596.8662 (b) (1)   Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of completion (b) (1)   On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child 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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101212(d)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

101212 Reporting Requirements (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events specified in (d)(1) below, a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working day and during its normal business hours. In addition, a written report containing the information specified in (d)(2) below shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)Type BComplaintJan 16, 2025

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

CRITICALSTAFFING101223(a)(1)Type AComplaintJan 16, 2025

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101538.3ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101170(e)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(d)(2)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(d)(2)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months. (2) The drills shall be documented. This documentation shall be kept in the child care center for at least one year.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101538.3Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101170(e)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

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 32The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility meets teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were mostly complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training; one staff was missing the mandated reporter training as well as her immunization records. LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212). Ms. Puga was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPAs observed that a teachers aid was not on the staff roster of cleared adults, LPAs verified that staff was finger printed at the time of hire but failed to complete a LIC 508 so the finger prints were never associated to the facility. Staff immedi

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101170(e)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

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 32The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility meets teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child and medical assessment. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were mostly complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training; one staff was missing the mandated reporter training as well as her immunization records. LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 101212). Ms. Puga was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPAs observed that a teachers aid was not on the staff roster of cleared adults, LPAs verified that staff was finger printed at the time of hire but failed to complete a LIC 508 so the finger prints were never associated to the facility. Staff immedi

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(d)(2)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months. (2) The drills shall be documented. This documentation shall be kept in the child care center for at least one year.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(a)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(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 BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(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.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101173(d)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(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) The licensee shall safely dispose of water and any disinfectants/solutions that have been used for cleaning.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(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:

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(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:

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101173(d)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(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) The licensee shall safely dispose of water and any disinfectants/solutions that have been used for cleaning.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(a) In addition to the sign-in procedure requirement of Section 101226.1(b), the licensee shall develop, maintain and implement a written procedure to sign the child in/out of the child care center that shall, at a minimum, include the following: (1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use his/her full legal signature and shall record the time of day.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229.1(a)(1)Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

(a) In addition to the sign-in procedure requirement of Section 101226.1(b), the licensee shall develop, maintain and implement a written procedure to sign the child in/out of the child care center that shall, at a minimum, include the following: (1) The person who signs the child in/out shall use his/her full legal signature and shall record the time of day.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101173(d)ComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101538.3Type BComplaintMar 22, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintFeb 12, 2024

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintFeb 12, 2024

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY's safety grade?

STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY 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 STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY have?

STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY has 121 total violations on record, including 5 critical, 116 serious, and 0 minor.

When was STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY last inspected?

STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY was last inspected on March 7, 2025.

Has STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY had any complaints?

STARTING BLOCKS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY has 3 complaint investigations on record, with 5 substantiated allegations, 0 inconclusive, and 0 unsubstantiated.

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