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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701009
Report Date: 03/05/2025
Date Signed: 03/05/2025 04:43:05 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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTSFACILITY NUMBER:
376701009
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MAURICE AGNESFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:9467 JAMACHA BOULEVARD SUITE 7TELEPHONE:
(619) 300-6964
CITY:SPRING VALLEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91977
CAPACITY: 20TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 20CENSUS: 16DATE:
03/05/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:55 AM
MET WITH:Patricia Jauregui and Renece McMorris TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:45 PM
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On 3/5/2025, at 8:55am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vicky Williamson conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA met with Assistant Director, Patricia Jauregui and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. LPA accompanied by Assistant Director toured the indoor of the facility. At 9:30am, Facility Representative, Renece Mc Morris arrived to the facility and accompanied LPA on the tour of the indoor and outdoor of the facility. This is a full day program which operates all year round. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm. There is currently one infant room that is separated into a mobile infants and non-mobile infants. The following ratios were observed:

Mobile Infant Room – 12 infants with two (2) teachers and one (1) aide.
Non – Mobile Infant Room - 4 infants with two (2) teachers.

The facility has sufficient age-appropriate furniture, and equipment including cribs, cots or mats, changing tables and feeding chairs. Potty chairs, toilets and hand-washing equipment are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Changing table is within arm’s reach of a sink. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medications and other hazardous items were accessible to children during the time of inspection. LPA observed the bathroom door inside of the classroom on the Mobile Infant side of the room, open and the safety gate was not latched. LPA observed the following: Clorox spray, all purpose cleaner and bleach underneath the sink in a cabinet; two rolls of trash bags in a drawer attached to the sink, two containers of Clorox disinfecting wipes in a corner next to the toilet; a Swiffer mop with the liquid cleaner loaded in the mop located behind the bathroom door. Facility Representative removed all items during the time of inspection.

All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents. Solid waste storage containers have tight fitting covers and are in good repair. Facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 1/24/2025 and earthquake drill on 2/12/2025. See LIC 809C Continuation...
Tulam VuTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
Vicky WilliamsonTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/05/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701009
VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025
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The outdoor activity space for infants is physically separate; however LPA observed 11 preschool children playing on the infant playground. LPA observed that a portion of the infant playground has been added and the Department was not notified of the change. Facility Representative verified with Licensee Representative that the infant playground is exclusive for infant's use only. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and free of hazards. Outdoor play area is fenced with sufficient material for cushioning. Area has canopies used for shade. Filtered drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors by use of water container and children's water bottles. Facility provides snack and lunch. Menus are posted weekly.

The infant room has a refrigerator used for infant food storage. LPA observed a bottle containing breast milk in the refrigerator for Child #1 (C1) that did not include a name or date on the bottle. Facility Representative is reminded that food storage and bottles should include the infant's name and date. Formula is provided by the facility.

Facility Representative stated that there are no swimming pools or other bodies of water on the premises. Facility Representative stated that there are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises.

Facility Representative 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.

Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than four (4) infants in care.

At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility. The name of the facility representative and the fully qualified teacher designated to act in the facility representative’s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed facility sign in /sign out sheets and observed they were incomplete with the arrival time for Child #2 and Child #3.
See LIC 809C Continuation...
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Tulam VuTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Vicky WilliamsonTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025
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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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701009
VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025
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Facility Representative was reminded that the person who signs the child in and out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day.

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. Documentation for Infant 15 - minute sleep checks were reviewed and are being maintained. Individual Infant Sleeping Plans are completed and on file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infant Needs and Service Plans were reviewed and were not updated quarterly for Child #4 (C4), Child #5 (C5), Child #6 (C6), Child #7 (C7) and Child #8 (C8).


LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screenings, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles; however current mandated reporter training certification for Staff #1 (S1) was not available for review.

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-care-centers/. See LIC 809C Continuation...

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed - related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

LPA discussed and provided Facility Representative with the following: childcare advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov. In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248.


See LIC 809C Continuation...
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Tulam VuTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Vicky WilliamsonTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025
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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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701009
VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025
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Please visit the Guardian web page and set-up your Guardian account. https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian If you have any questions regarding Guardian, please contact CDSS at email: guardian@dss.ca.gov

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.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process

Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, six (6) Type B deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D.



One Technical Violation was issued.

A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to Facility Representative and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. LPA observed LIC 9213 was posted. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the Facility Representative Renece Mc Morris.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Tulam VuTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Vicky WilliamsonTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/05/2025
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Created By: Vicky Williamson On 03/05/2025 at 02:20 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: HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701009

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101238(g)
Buildings and Grounds
(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.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Clorox cleaner, bleach, all purpose cleaner were observed in the infant room inside of the bathroom underneath the sink in an unlock cabinet, two rolls of trash bags in a drawer, two containers of Clorox disinfecting wipes in a corner next to the toilet, a Swiffer mop with liquid cleaner behind the bathroom door which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/05/2025
Plan of Correction
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Deficiency cleared during time of inspection. Facility Representative removed the items to a locked storage during the time of inspection.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101438.2(b)
Outdoor Activity Space For Infants
(b) Outdoor activity space shall be physically separate from space used by children in the child care center and school-age child care center components.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed 11 preschool children on the playground exclusive for infant's use which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/17/2025
Plan of Correction
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Facility Representative immediately advised staff that the infant playground is exclusive for infant's use only. Facility Representative will conduct a training and provide a plan detailing how she will ensure that the infant's playground is exclusive for infant's use only to the SDRO, no later than 3/17/2025.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Tulam Vu
TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Vicky Williamson
TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/05/2025


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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: HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701009

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
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Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day 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.

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 Mandated Reporter Training Certification for S1 expired on 8/7/2024 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/17/2025
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Facility Representative stated that she will ensure that the Mandated Reporter Training Certification for S1 is completed and proof provided to the SDRO, no later than 3/17/2025.
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CCR
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Modifications to Infant Needs and Services Plan
(a) The written infant needs and services plan shall be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy.

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 the Infant Needs and Service Plans for C4, C5, C6, C7 and C8 were not updated quarterly which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/10/2025
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Facility Representative stated that she will ensure that the Infant Needs and Service Plans for C4 - C8 are updated and she will provide proof to the SDRO, no later than 3/10/2025.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Tulam Vu
TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Vicky Williamson
TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/05/2025


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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: HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY - INFANTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701009

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/05/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101427(j)
Infant Care Food Service
(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.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that a bottle of breast milk located in the refrigerator for C1 was not labeled with the name or date which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/17/2025
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Facility Representative stated that she will conduct a training for staff regarding the importance of labeling infant's items and provide a summary of the training to the SDRO, no later than 3/17/2025.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101237(a)

Alteration to Existing Buildings or New Facilities
Prior to construction or alterations, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change(s).
This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that a portion of the infant playground has been added without notification to the Department which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/10/2025
Plan of Correction
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Facility Representative stated that she will provide the Department with an updated Facility Sketch and a detailed letter on letterhead indicating the changes to the infant playground, no later than 3/10/2025.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Tulam Vu
TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2212
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Vicky Williamson
TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2201
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/05/2025


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