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Community Care Licensing


COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 070215126
Report Date: 11/18/2025
Date Signed: 11/18/2025 12:21:49 PM

Unsubstantiated


STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
09/17/2025 and conducted by Evaluator Kareeca Sykes
PUBLIC
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 02-CC-20250917165839
FACILITY NAME:LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
070215126
ADMINISTRATOR:HEARN, LORNAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1350 E. TREGALLASTELEPHONE:
(925) 779-0110
CITY:ANTIOCHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94509
CAPACITY:119CENSUS: 35DATE:
11/18/2025
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Jamie CzelusniakTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
ALLEGATION(S):
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Facility is not maintained at a comfortable temperature for children
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On 11/18/2025 at 9AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kareeca "Reeca" Sykes conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at La Petite Academy, Inc. LPA met with Director, Jamie Czelusniak and explained the purpose of today’s inspection. During the visit LPA observed 35 preschool children in care, with (3) three staff in (3) three classrooms. The Director stated there are 44 children enrolled. Complainant alleges that the "Facility is not maintained at a comfortable temperature for children".

During the course of the investigation, the LPA conducted a physical plant inspection on one of the hottest days of the season, reviewed facility records and conducted interviews. At the time of the visit, portable air-conditioning units were in use and were observed to be effectively maintaining a comfortable temperature for the children in care. The LPA made multiple attempts to contact the reporting party (RP) for additional information; however the RP was unavailable and no statement could be obtained regarding the alleged temperature concerns. Based on the interviews and observation made during inspection, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED which means although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur.
Unsubstantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kareeca Sykes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
09/17/2025 and conducted by Evaluator Kareeca Sykes
PUBLIC
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 02-CC-20250917165839

FACILITY NAME:LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
070215126
ADMINISTRATOR:HEARN, LORNAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1350 E. TREGALLASTELEPHONE:
(925) 779-0110
CITY:ANTIOCHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94509
CAPACITY:44CENSUS: 35DATE:
11/18/2025
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Jamie CzelusniakTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
ALLEGATION(S):
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Out of ratio
INVESTIGATION FINDINGS:
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On 11/18/2025 at 9AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kareeca "Reeca" Sykes conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at La Petite Academy, Inc. LPA met with Director, Jamie Czelusniak and explained purpose of investigation. During the visit LPA observed 35 preschool children in care, with (3) three staff in (3) three classrooms. The Director stated there are 44 children enrolled. Complainant alleges that the facility operates "out of ratio". During the course of the investigation, the LPA conducted a facility inspection, reviewed records and conducted interviews. Based on the information obtained, it was determined that the facility has previously operated out of ratio under the former Director. However, interviews and documentation indicate that since the current Director employment, the facility has remained in compliance with required staff ratios. Based on the interviews and information obtained throughout the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the allegation is SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 is being cited on 9099-D page. Exit interview was conducted with Director, Jamie Czelusniak. Appeal rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECUTIVE DAYS.


Substantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kareeca Sykes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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Control Number 02-CC-20250917165839
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 070215126
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/18/2025
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
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DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
11/28/2025
Section Cited
CCR
101216.3(a)
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101216.3 Teacher-Child Ratio (a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance...This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, the facility did not comply with the section cited above when multiple staff members have...
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By 11/21/2025, Director stated they will submit a written statement on how facility remain in compliance. Director also stated they will conduct staff meeting on ratios. Failure to correct will result in a $100 per day civil penalty until corrected. Repeat violations are $250 per violation and $100 per day until corrected.
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...stated that under the former Director the facility has been out of ratio on multiple occasions. Which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kareeca Sykes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
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Control Number 02-CC-20250917165839
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
OAKLAND CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 070215126
VISIT DATE: 11/18/2025
NARRATIVE
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No Deficiency has been cited for this allegation. Exit interview conducted with Director, Jamie Czelusniak. Appeal rights were provided.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECUTIVE DAYS.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Sherelle Johnson
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Kareeca Sykes
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2025
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