WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
4 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: LICENSED
Last refreshed
April 6, 2026
Latest inspection
December 9, 2025
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 6, 2026
- Provider
- WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE
- License number
- Not listed
- Location
- 2457 SAWTELLE BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90064
- Status
- LICENSED
- Safety grade
- D (Below Average), score 62.5/100
- Inspection record
- 4 inspections, last inspected December 9, 2025
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 6, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
17
Total Violations
Dec 9, 2025
Last Inspection
57
Capacity
Complaint History
1 complaint investigation on record.
2
Substantiated
0
Inconclusive
3
Unsubstantiated
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (17)
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 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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
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 32Page 2 Director confirmed children have not used the outdoor space as of 1/6/2025. Based on LPA’s observation the allegation of facility being in disrepair is substantiated. LPA cited a Type B citation. LPA observed the pantry where snacks are stored with visible build up and the toaster in the kitchen area observed with crumbs and build up. The freezer was observed with empty dish containers and plates. The refrigerator was observed with food and stains in the door and bottom of the area. Based on LPA's observation, the allegation is substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTATIATED. Upon on receipt of this report, the Director/Licensee shall post the Notice of Site Visit. The Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. An exit interview was conducted, and report was reviewed with Director - Debbie Mendell. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Director, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Escobedo LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Judy Laureano LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/13/2025
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE's safety grade?
WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE has a safety grade of D (Below Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 62.5 out of 100.
How many violations does WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE have?
WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE has 17 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 17 serious, and 0 minor.
When was WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE last inspected?
WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE was last inspected on December 9, 2025.
Has WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE had any complaints?
WONDER YEARS PRE-SCHOOL, THE has 1 complaint investigation on record, with 2 substantiated allegations, 0 inconclusive, and 3 unsubstantiated.