Early Learners Children's Academy
967 CAMINO DEL RIO SOUTH, SAN DIEGO, CA 92108Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 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
- 60
- 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 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Parent Communication & Policies (1), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (1), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Sep 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Requirement Is Not Met as Evidenced By:CCR 101161(a)
Based on LPA observation and interview with Director, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that three toddlers under two years of age were present in preschool classroom #4 and facility is not currently licensed for a toddler option which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 10/07/2024
Jun 23, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Health-Related Services (D) The Licensee Shall Maintain the Following First-aid Supplies in a Location Accessible to Staff but Inaccessible to Children: This Requirement Is Not…CCR 101226(d)
Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 items missing from first aid kit which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/21/2023
- Napping Equipment (B) Floor Mats Used for Napping Shall Be: (5) Maintained in a Safe Condition with No Exposed Foam. This Requirement Is Not Met as Evidenced By:CCR 101239.1(b)(5)
Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in several mats had exposed foam in classroom cabinets which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/21/2023
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