Kids by the Sea
920 BALOUR DRIVE, ENCINITAS, CA 92024Childery 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, 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. 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
- 36
- 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 2022, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2). Of 10 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 16, 20259 Findings1 Critical8 Important
- Health-Related Services (2) All Prescription and Nonprescription Medications Shall Be Maintained with the Child's Name and Shall Be Dated. This Requirement Is Not Met as Evidenced…CCR 101226(e)(2)
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that Child #1's Epi-pen has expired. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
- Limitations on Capacity and Ambulatory Status (A) A Licensee Shall Not Operate a Child Care Center Beyond the Conditions and Limitations Specified on the License, Including The…CCR 101161(a)
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed site director's 7 month old child on site (in the office). Also observed was a baby walker. Ms. Arechiga stated that her child stays in the office with her and that the walker is also for her child's use. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/17/2025
- 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 interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The facility has not conducted a fire drill since October 1, 2023. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
- Personnel Records (A) The Licensee Shall Ensure That Personnel Records Are Maintained on the Licensee, Administrator and Each Employee. Each Personnel Record Shall Contain The…CCR 101217(a)(14)
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff N.T. fingerprint clearance is not associated to the facility. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/16/2025
- Child's Medical Assessments (A) Prior To, or Within 30 Calendar Days Following the Enrollment of a Child, the Licensee Shall Obtain a Written Medical Assessment of the Child. This…CCR 101220(a)
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that child #2 did not have a copy of medical assessment on file. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
- Outdoor Activity Space (D) The Surface of the Outdoor Activity Space Shall Be Maintained: (2) Free of Hazards Including, but Not Limited To, Holes, Broken Glass and Other Debris,…CCR 101238.2(d)(2)
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed several gaps in the outdoor activity space (rubber panels) that poses a tripping hazzard. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
- Buildings and Grounds (E) All Licensees Shall Ensure the Inaccessibility of Pools, Including Swimming Pools (In-ground and Above-ground), Fixed-in-place Wading Pools, Hot Tubs,…CCR 101238(e)
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that there is a man-made stream in the backyard that is accessible to children. Pockets of water that are about an inch deep were observed. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
- General Provisions and Definitions (1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a Person Shall Not Be Employed or Volunteer at a Day Care Center if He or She Has Not Been Immunized Against…HSC 1596.7995(a)(1)
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff N.T. is missing proof of being immunized against measles on file. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
- 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…HSC 1596.8662(b)(1)
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff Silvia Tovar and Abigail Arechiga are missing proof of current Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. This deficiency poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/23/2025
Dec 1, 20221 Finding1 Important
- Buildings and Grounds (E) All Licensees Shall Ensure the Inaccessibility of Pools, Including Swimming Pools (In-ground and Above-ground), Fixed-in-place Wading Pools, Hot Tubs,…CCR 101238(e)
Based on observation, the facility did not comply with the section cited above in that a water feature was installed that has some pockets of water that are over 1 inch deep, creating a potential hazard to children in care. POC Due Date: 12/09/2022
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