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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376700425
Report Date: 10/27/2025
Date Signed: 10/27/2025 05:21:35 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:SCRIPPS EXPLORING ACADEMY - INFANTFACILITY NUMBER:
376700425
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CHRISTINE COLLINSFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:9855 ERMA ROAD, SUITE 128TELEPHONE:
(858) 693-3702
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92131
CAPACITY: 36TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 31CENSUS: 26DATE:
10/27/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:00 PM
MET WITH:Taylor MarkeviczTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:30 PM
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On 10/27/25 at 12:00 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Gerald Poindexter, met with Taylor Markevicz, center director, for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 26 Infants present with 8 staff in 3 rooms, during naptime. There is a fully qualified Assistant Director on staff as the facility accommodates more than 25 infants. Facility is within ratio and capacity. Program operates 6:30 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday.

LPA toured the facility. The child care center was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. Facility maintains a carbon monoxide detector that meets the standards established in Chapter 8 of Part 2 of Division 12. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are inaccessible. Medications were observed and stored in a safe place, inaccessible to children, along with parental instructions.

Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All toilets, handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors are clean and safe. All infant furniture & equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There are no walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers or jumpers in the rooms. High chairs or feeding tables have broad-based legs, plastic seats in good repair, and tray locked. Hazardous materials are inaccessible to children. Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by infant’s authorized representative are labeled with the infant’s name and current date. The changing table is within arm's reach of a sink. There is at least 1 potty chair or toilet for every 5 infants being toilet trained. Caregivers wash hands before and after each feeding and each diaper change.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Joelle Redding
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Gerald Poindexter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/27/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/27/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: SCRIPPS EXPLORING ACADEMY - INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 376700425
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2025
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Toys are safe, with no sharp edges, splinters or protruding points, nor small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. Floor mats and cots are available for infants able to climb out of cribs. Cribs or napping equipment are available. Bedding is identified for each child and stored separately for each infant. Napping infants are under visual observation by staff. Facility maintains individual feeding plans for each infant and has up to date Infant Needs and Services Plans for each infant on file. The toddler program is kept separate from infant program at all times. Indoor activity space is physically separate from other components.

Playground equipment was observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space has been maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. Children were observed to be under the supervision of qualified staff, with an exception (see LIC809D). An isolation area is designated for children who become ill during the day. Snack menus are posted in a visible place.

Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Sign-ins are done manually and stored in a binder for each class. All children are signed in/out by a representative who uses a full legal signature and has recorded the time of day. Children’s records also contain admission agreements and a medical assessment.

Infant care teachers meet educational requirements. A review of staff records indicates all staff have did not receive criminal record and child abuse clearances and are not associated to the facility. The licensee has not exceeded the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Several staff present today are trained in CPR and Pediatric First aid. Staff records contain health screening as required by regulation. Staff have completed the mandated reporter training. This training shall be renewed every two years. Staff reviewed have immunization records indicating that they have been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

Facility representative 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.

Safe Sleep logs were reviewed. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Joelle Redding
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Gerald Poindexter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: SCRIPPS EXPLORING ACADEMY - INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 376700425
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2025
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an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. The facility has completed lead exceedances testing.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process.

See LIC809D for deficiency cited

LPA Gerald Poindexter informed Taylor Markevicz, center director, that this report dated 10/27/25 documents one Type A citation, which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Joelle Redding
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Gerald Poindexter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2025
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO N. CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: SCRIPPS EXPLORING ACADEMY - INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 376700425
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2025
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Also, LPA Poindexter informed Ms. Markevicz to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 10/27/25 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

Please be advised that FAILURE TO PAY the required civil penalty payment may result in in the REVOCATION OF YOUR LICENSE. You must respond within 30 days with the payment of or a proposed payment plan that includes the first payment. Further, the Department will not approve any requests for increase in capacity or for additional capacity of additional licenses while civil penalties remain unpaid.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Taylor Markevicz, center director. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights provided.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Joelle Redding
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Gerald Poindexter
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2025
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Created By: Gerald Poindexter On 10/27/2025 at 04:50 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: SCRIPPS EXPLORING ACADEMY - INFANT
FACILITY NUMBER: 376700425

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
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1596.871(c)(1)(A)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview, and record review, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that an individual was caring for children, without being criminally cleared and associated to the facility, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/28/2025
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Taylor Markevicz, center director, stated that she was under the impression that the individual was criminally cleared and associated to the facility. Ms. Markevicz immediately removed the individual from the classroom, and will make sure the individual submits fingerprints to the Department by 10/28/2025. Ms. Markevicz stated she understands that the individual cannot care for children until they are cleared and associated to the facility.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Joelle Redding
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Gerald Poindexter
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/27/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/27/2025


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