Buhach Preschool Yosemite Crossing
3670 G ST, MERCED, CA 95340Childery 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.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.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects 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
- 121
- 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 7 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Medication Administration (2). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Mar 4, 20263 Findings3 Important
- 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 Visitors. This Requirement Is…CCR 101238(a)
Based on LPA and LPM observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In the infant classroom - 6 damaged ceiling tiles, P2 - 3 damaged ceiling tiles and in P3 - 4 damaged ceiling tiles. In addition, LPA observed the colored walls in each classroom with paint chippings which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 03/13/2026
- Drinking Water From a Noncontaminating Fixture or Container Shall Be Readily Available Both Indoors and in the Outdoor Activity Area. (3) Bottled Water or Portable Containers Will…CCR 101239.2(a)(3)
Based on LPA and LPM observations and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA and LPM observed in the classrooms and outdoors, children’s water bottles are stored in gray containers; however, the bottles were tipped over, waterspouts are touching one another and the containers are collecting dripped water from the bottles which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 03/13/2026
- 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…HSC 1596.8662(b)(1)
Based on LPA records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. S4's Mandated Reporter Training (MRT) expired 10/31/2025 and S11 has NO MRT in file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 03/13/2026
Jul 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Equipment and Activity Areas Shall Be Arranged So That There Is No Hazard From Conflicting Activities. This Requirement Was Not Met as Evidenced By: Director Jennifer Mays Stated…CCR 101238.2(c)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Jul 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Licensee May Use Teacher Aides in a Teacher-child Ratio of One Teacher and One Aide for Every 15 Children in Attendance. (1) A Ratio of One Fully Qualified Teacher (As…CCR 101216.3(b)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Jose Penate NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Pa Kou Vue NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/09/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/09/2025 LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04) Page: 3 of 3
Mar 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- 01174 Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan (A) Each Licensee Shall Have a Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan of Action. The Plan Shall Be in Writing and Shall Be Readily Available. This…CCR 101174(a)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Feb 26, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Licensee May Use Teacher Aides in a Teacher-child Ratio of One Teacher and One Aide for Every 15 Children in Attendance. (1) A Ratio of One Fully Qualified Teacher (As…CCR 101216.3(b)(1)
by 02/27/2025 via email. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 program is allowed when the aide meets the qualifications specified in Section 101216.2(d). This requierement was not met as evidenced by: LPAs observations, records review and interviews (See 809-C for further details). This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of children in care. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Feb 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Reporting Requirements(d)Upon the Occurrence, During the Operation of the Child Care Center of Any of the Events Specified in (d)(1) Below, a Report Shall Be Made to The…CCR 101212(d)(1)(C)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Dec 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 01238 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)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
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