Leaps and Bounds
270 WEST CREST STREET, ESCONDIDO, CA 92025Childery Rating: 3/5
Data last updated ·
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 74% 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
- 105
- 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 2022, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Parent Communication & Policies (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Aug 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties (E) An Aide Shall Work Only Under the Direct Supervision of a Teacher. This Requirement Was Not Met as Evidenced By, Director Stated She…CCR 101216.2(e)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Jul 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Limitations on Capacity:(a) A Licensee Shall Not Operate a Child Care Center Beyond the Conditions and Limitations Specified on the License, Including the Capacity Limitation.…CCR 101161(a)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Deborah Mullen NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Keely Messerschmidt NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/16/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/16/2025 LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04) Page: 3 of 3
Feb 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Buildings and Grounds:(a)The Child Care Center Shall Be Clean, Safe, Sanitary and....(1) The Licensee Shall Take Measures to Keep the Center Free of Flies, Other Insects, And…CCR 101238(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Oct 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 01227 Food Services: (7) Modified Diets Prescribed by a Child's Physician as a Medical Necessity Shall Be Provided. (B) A Child Shall Not Be Served Any Food to Which the Child's…CCR 101227(7)(b)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
May 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Surface of the Outdoor Activity Space Shall Be Maintained: (1) In a Safe Condition… (2) Free of Hazards Including… Broken Glass and Other Debris.... Director Agrees To…CCR 101238.2(d)(1)(2)
for permanent repair of the drain cover and sand box. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 This requirement was not met as evidenced by: LPAs observed a broken drain cover with multiple sharp edges and the sandbox had an exposed screw present in the right corner. 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.
Nov 10, 20222 Findings2 Important
- Building and Grounds The Childcare Center Shall Be CleanCCR 101238(a)
Building and Grounds The childcare 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.…
- Building and Grounds The Childcare Center Shall Be Clean, Safe, Sanitary and in Good Repair at All Times... (1) The Licensee Shall Take Measures to Keep the Center Free of Flies,…CCR 101238(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Mar 30, 20222 Findings2 Important
- Reporting Requirements (D) Upon the OccurrenceCCR 101212(d)(1)(C)
Reporting Requirements (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center...a report shall be made to the Department ...Department's next working day and…
- Reporting Requirements (F) The Items Specified in (d)(1)(A) Through (H) Above Shall Also Be Reported to the Child's Authorized Representative. This Requirement Was Not Met As…CCR 101212(f)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
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