Mariposa Preschool, Inc.
3415 WOODLAND DRIVE, MARIPOSA, CA 95338Childery 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
- 20
- Cost
- Free pre-K available
- Participates in Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UPK/TK), a free state-funded pre-K program. Other care hours may have tuition.
- 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 3 inspections since 2022, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- 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)(2)
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed a bucket container used for hand washing after classroom projects. Director was advised not to use container for handwashing due to risk of contamination. Director stated she would stop using container for handwashing and would resort to children hand wipes. POC Due Date: 03/27/2025
Nov 28, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Child's Records (C) A Signed Consent Form for Emergency Medical Treatment Unless the Child's Authorized Representative Has Signed the Statement Specified in Section 101220(f).…CCR 101221(b)(8)(C)
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Upon reviewing files LPA observed 3 out of 5 children's file did not have the form. LPA explained to the teacher the importance of having all the forms in the children's files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 12/12/2023
- Personal Rights (1) The Center Shall Give Each Authorized Representative a Copy of the Personal Rights Form (LIC 613A [9/96]). This Requirement Is Not Met as Evidenced By:CCR 101223(b)(1)
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Upon reviewing files LPA observed 3 out of 5 children's file did not have the form. LPA explained to the teacher the importance of having all the forms in the children's files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 12/12/2023
Dec 8, 20222 Findings2 Important
- Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties (F) When the Child Care Center Director Is Absent From the Center, Arrangements Shall Be Made for a Fully Qualified Teacher As…CCR 101215.1(f)
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed Staff #1 acting as a fully qualified teacher and providing care and supervision to children, who do not meet the qualification requirements which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 12/22/2022
- 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 interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff #1 has not completed the required Mandated Reporter training, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 12/22/2022