CATALYST KIDS-NELSON

14392 BROWNING AVE, Tustin, CA 92780CLOSED
A

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Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

7 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: CLOSED

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

December 29, 2025

Provenance

California licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

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Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
CATALYST KIDS-NELSON
License number
Not listed
Location
14392 BROWNING AVE, Tustin, CA 92780
Status
CLOSED
Safety grade
A (Excellent), score 94.0/100
Inspection record
7 inspections, last inspected December 29, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

A
Excellent94.0 / 100
Health100/100
Safety100/100
Staffing85/100
Compliance85/100

4

Total Violations

Dec 29, 2025

Last Inspection

22

Capacity

Complaint History

1 complaint investigation on record.

1

Substantiated

0

Inconclusive

1

Unsubstantiated

Oct 31, 2024
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated1 citation

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (4)

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintOct 31, 2024

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BComplaintMar 28, 2023

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nunez and Quinto conducted an on site inspection for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. LPAs and the facility representative, Andrea Castillo toured the facility inside and outside, and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 9 school-age children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staff to child ratios. Facility hours are from 7am- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Director 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Food is prepared on site; snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus are posted where they can be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by water bottles and additional drinking water is available for children to refill their water bottles. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months and keeps documentation of drills. The facility has a at least one working smoke detector, one working carbon monoxide detector and at least one functioning fire extinguisher. Facility meets all posting requirements. Page 1 out of 3 SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/28/2023 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/28/2023 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 3 FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-NELSONFACILITY NUMBER: 304270425 VISIT DATE: 03/28/2023 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 32Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff members were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member ‘ possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 3/3/2025.Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. LPA reviewed 5 children’s records. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. 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 The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov Director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Page 2

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)ComplaintMar 28, 2023

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type BComplaintMar 28, 2023

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nunez and Quinto conducted an on site inspection for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. LPAs and the facility representative, Andrea Castillo toured the facility inside and outside, and the floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 9 school-age children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staff to child ratios. Facility hours are from 7am- 6p.m., Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Director 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. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Food is prepared on site; snacks are provided. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus are posted where they can be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by water bottles and additional drinking water is available for children to refill their water bottles. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months and keeps documentation of drills. The facility has a at least one working smoke detector, one working carbon monoxide detector and at least one functioning fire extinguisher. Facility meets all posting requirements. Page 1 out of 3 SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aiddee Nunez LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/28/2023 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/28/2023 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 3 FACILITY NAME: CATALYST KIDS-NELSONFACILITY NUMBER: 304270425 VISIT DATE: 03/28/2023 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 32Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff members were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member ‘ possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 3/3/2025.Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. LPA reviewed 5 children’s records. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. 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 The Director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.cdss.ca.gov Director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.cdss.ca.gov LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Page 2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CATALYST KIDS-NELSON's safety grade?

CATALYST KIDS-NELSON has a safety grade of A (Excellent) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 94.0 out of 100.

How many violations does CATALYST KIDS-NELSON have?

CATALYST KIDS-NELSON has 4 total violations on record, including 1 critical, 3 serious, and 0 minor.

When was CATALYST KIDS-NELSON last inspected?

CATALYST KIDS-NELSON was last inspected on December 29, 2025.

Has CATALYST KIDS-NELSON had any complaints?

CATALYST KIDS-NELSON has 1 complaint investigation on record, with 1 substantiated allegation, 0 inconclusive, and 1 unsubstantiated.

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