Alameda Child Development Center
500 PACIFIC AVENUE, ALAMEDA, CA 94501Childery Rating: 5/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects NAEYC accreditation. Structural quality reflects a 46% violation rate, no complaints on record, and a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes California's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. California caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Annual training isn't required by the state.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 120
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:12 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2022, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3) and Parent Communication & Policies (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Nov 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision.The Licensee Shall Provide Care and Supervision as Necessary to Meet the Children's needs.No Child(ren) Shall Be Left Without The…CCR 101229(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Jun 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision- No Child(ren) Shall Be Left Without the Supervision of a Teacher at Any Time, Except as Specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) And…CCR 101229(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Nov 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision- No Child(ren) Shall Be Left Without the Supervision of a Teacher at Any Time, Except as Specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) And…CCR 101229(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Feb 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Indoor Activity Space (B) The Floors of All Rooms Shall Have a Surface That Is Safe and Clean. This Requirement Is Not Met as Evidenced By:CCR 101238.3(b)
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above the classroom carpets have dark stains throughout, which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 03/01/2023
Dec 15, 20221 Finding1 Important
- Lead Testing Written Directive A Result with Values of 5.5 Ppb or Greater Shall Be Deemed an Action Level Exceedance. BY POC DUE DATE: Facility Will Repair Drinking Fountains And…CCR 101700.3(b)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
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