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BRIGHT FUTURES CHILDREN CENTER (INFANT)

1345 LIBERTY ST., Redding, CA 96001

Facility:
455406974
Type:
INFANT CENTER
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 17, 2026
Additional info
Source:
California Community Care Licensing Division
District office:
Not listed
License effective:
Not found
Capacity:
16

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMay 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 21, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 24 available inspections for BRIGHT FUTURES CHILDREN CENTER (INFANT) from September 15, 2022 through May 21, 2026.

17 inspections recorded violations, with 26 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 23, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio, with a due date of May 7, 2026.

That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
24

8 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
26

7 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
12

3 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
5

Last 36 months

Local comparison

24 total inspections vs 4 local median in 96001

Compared to 27 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.08
Local median
0.2

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
46%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
71%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
5
Local average
0.41

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
There shall be a ratio of one teacher for every four infants in attendance. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one count of staff S1 being alone with 5 to 6 infant for 8 minutes. which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 7, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101416.5(b) - 101416.5(b)
Official code
101416.5(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature... This requirement was not met as evidence by: Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, by staff S1 handling infant in a rough manner which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by April 16, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 101223(a)(3) - 101223(a)(3)
Official code
101223(a)(3)
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
(a) There shall be at least 75 square feet per child of outdoor activity space based on the total licensed capacity. This requirement was not met as evidence by: 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 children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by March 17, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101238.2(a) - 101238.2(a)
Official code
101238.2(a)
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
(c) The licensee shall notify the Department in writing of his/her intent prior to making any structural changes that reduce the total amount of indoor or outdoor activity space. Such structural changes shall include, but not be limited to, room additions. This requirement was not met as evidence by: 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 children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by March 17, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101212(c) - 101212(c)
Official code
101212(c)
View official report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, by not providing a copy of the accusation summary to the parents which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by January 22, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8895(c)(1) - 1596.8895(c)(1)
Official code
1596.8895(c)(1)
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The licensee shall require each recipient of the summary of the accusation to sign a statement indicating that he or she has received the document and the date it was received. This requirment was not met as evidence by Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, by not having all parents sign the LIC 9224 which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by January 22, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8895(3) - 1596.8895(3)
Official code
1596.8895(3)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
There shall be a ratio of one teacher for every four infants in attendance. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, facility staff out of ratio which poses an potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by September 22, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101416.5(b) - 101416.5(b)
Official code
101416.5(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A crib or portable-crib meeting United States Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards shall be provided for each infant who is unable to climb out of a crib This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, Faciltiy staff allowing infant C1 to sleep on cot before being unable to climb out of crib potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by August 4, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101439.1(b) - 101439.1(b)
Official code
101439.1(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
No infant shall be forced to sleep, to stay awake or to stay in the designated sleeping area. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview , the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, infants being forced to remain in designated sleeping area which poses an potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by August 4, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101430(3)(B) - 101430(3)(B)
Official code
101430(3)(B)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
101416.5(b) There shall be a ratio of one teacher for every four infants in attendance. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, by infant room being out of ratio which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Report comments
Based on interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, by infant room being out of ratio which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 24, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101416.5(b) - 101416.5(b)
Official code
101416.5(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment (b) A crib or portable-crib meeting United States Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards shall be provided for each infant who is unable to climb out of a crib Based on observation and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which there was not enough cribs for infants in care and observed 2 infants sleeping in pack n plays, which poses an immediate health safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 18, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 101439.1(b) - 101439.1(b)
Official code
101439.1(b)
View official report
Medium concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by allowing infants to be in the preschool room with preschool children present which poses an potential health, safety or personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 4, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101161(a) - 101161(a)
Official code
101161(a)
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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 a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above , Staff S3 and S4 do not have proof of a current mandated reporter training which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by February 6, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) - 1596.8662(b)(1)
Official code
1596.8662(b)(1)
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
(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 a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in several staff files did not contain mandated reporter training which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by January 6, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) - 1596.8662(b)(1)
Official code
1596.8662(b)(1)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse or other actions of a punitive nature including but not limited to: interference with functions of daily living including eating, sleeping or toileting; or withholding of shelter, clothing, medication or aids to physical functioning. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based upon the director and staff statements, Staff 1 inappropriately handled Child 1. This poses an immediate risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by November 16, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 101223a3 - 101223a3
Official code
101223a3
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan (d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, facility has not conducted a fire drill in the last 11 months.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 6, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101174(d) - 101174(d)
Official code
101174(d)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies (4) All toilets, handwashing and bathing facilities shall be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. Additional equipment, aids and/or conveniences shall be provided as needed in centers that serve children with physical disabilities. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based onobservation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, the infant classroom bathroom showed signes of mold which indicates it is not being cleaned regularly.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by November 2, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101239(e)(4) - 101239(e)(4)
Official code
101239(e)(4)
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
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, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, LPA observed several tripping hazards, metal objects on the ground which could be a choking hazard, bent fencing with sharp edges, broken play equipment, and loose/broken gates.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by November 2, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101238.2(d)(2) - 101238.2(d)(2)
Official code
101238.2(d)(2)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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 influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 4 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, S1-S3 did not have immunizations in their file.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 6, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.7995(a)(1) - 1596.7995(a)(1)
Official code
1596.7995(a)(1)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Personnel Requirements (1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 3 files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, S1-S3 were missing their TB testing verficiation in their staff files.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 13, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101216(g)(1) - 101216(g)(1)
Official code
101216(g)(1)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Personnel Requirements (2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following: This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 4 files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, S1-S3 were missing the LIC 503 from their staff files.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 13, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101216(g)(2) - 101216(g)(2)
Official code
101216(g)(2)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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 a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on ecord review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 4 files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Specifically, S1-S3 did not have current Mandated Reporter training in their files.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by November 2, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) - 1596.8662(b)(1)
Official code
1596.8662(b)(1)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on interviews, staff did not provide adequate supervision to prevent children from biting other children, which poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by October 5, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 101223(2) - 101223(2)
Official code
101223(2)
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
(4) The diaper changing area, where residue is splashed from soiled diapers and items and surfaces touched by staff during the diaper changing process, shall be washed and disinfected after each diaper change. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on observations, the facility did not comply with the section cited above, which poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by August 31, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 101438.1(4) - 101438.1(4)
Official code
101438.1(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following: This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on observations, staff are not documenting sleep checks, which poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 1, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 101429(2)(B) - 101429(2)(B)
Official code
101429(2)(B)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An infant shall not be swaddled while in care. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on observations, one infant had a blanket swaddled around them while sleeping, which poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by July 1, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 101430(a)(3)(c) - 101430(a)(3)(c)
Official code
101430(a)(3)(c)