Buhach Preschool
2606 N. BUHACH ROAD, ATWATER, CA 95301Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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.Not Available
- 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.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects a 100% violation rate 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not 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
- 89
- 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 6 inspections since 2021, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Parent Communication & Policies (2), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jun 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Reporting Requirements(d)Upon the Occurrence, During the Operation of the Childcare Center of Any of the Events Specified in (d)(1) Below, a Report Shall Be Made to the Department…CCR 101212(d)(1)(C)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Juvenal Moctezuma NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Miguel Herrera NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/02/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/02/2025 LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04) Page: 3 of 3
Apr 25, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan (D) Disaster Drills Shall Be Conducted at Least Every Six Months. This Requirement Is Not Met as Evidenced By:CCR 101174(d)
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as there was no proof that a disaster drill had been conducted at least once every six months. POC Due Date: 05/10/2024
- Buildings and Grounds (A) The Child Care Center Shall Be Clean, Safe, Sanitary and in Good Repair at All Times to Ensure the Safety and Well-being of Children, Employees And…CCR 101238(a)
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed three tile floors of the children's restroom were damage, bathroom floors are dirty with an accumulation of grime that surrounded one of the toilets. LPA observed multiple broken toys stored in the children's playground patio along with a broken picnic table. LPA observed children have access to these damaged and broken toys and items. LPA observed one of the sinks in the Pre-K classroom did not have running water. Theses poses a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to children in care. POC Due Date: 05/10/2024
Feb 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Personnel Requirements: (K) The Licensee or Designated Individual Shall Instruct All Personnel to Report Observations…CCR 101216(k)
Personnel Requirements: (k) The licensee or designated individual shall instruct all personnel to report observations or evidence of violations of any of the personal rights…
Jan 31, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Individuals Subject to a Criminal Record Review Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 Shall Prior to Working, Residing or Volunteering in a Licensed Facility:…CCR 101170(e)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Jan 5, 20231 Finding1 Important
- 01223 Personal RightsCCR 101223(a)(3)
01223 Personal Rights. (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of…
Dec 22, 20212 Findings2 Important
- Reporting Requirements. Upon the Occurrence, During the Operation of the Child Care Center of Any of the Events Specified in (d)(1)…a Report Shall Be Made to the Department By…CCR 101212(d)(1)(E)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
- 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.
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