7 Magic Flowers Bilingual Montessori Preschool

ALLEGATION(S): Staff handled daycare child in a rough manner INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: This is an amended report which supersedes all other reports previously delivered. On 09/08/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) B. conducted an unannounced complaint investigation at the facility. LPA met with the Director C.W., explained the purpose of the visit, and was granted access to the facility. Present during the visit were the Director,9 staff, and 33 children. It was alleged that a staff handled a daycare child in a rough manner near a classroom close to the front office. LPA toured the interior and exterior of the facility, observed staff and children, interviewed staff, children and parents, reviewed records, and obtained documentation. All staff interviewed, children and parents denied the allegation. LPA reviewed the facility’s discipline policy, which prohibits punishment. During the site visit, LPA did not observe any conduct resembling the allegation.Based on LPA’s observations, record reviews, and interviews which were conducted, although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeals rights provided. Report was reviewed with Director C. W.--END OF REPORT ----- Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type A

Responsibility for Providing Care & Supervision - (a)The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. (1)No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time...... This requirement was not met as evidenced by: On August 6, 2026, a child (C1) exited the facility unnoticed by staff. This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to children in care.

HSC 1596.8595(a)(1) · Type B

Each licensed child day care facility shall post a copy of any licensing report ... that documents either a facility visit or a complaint investigation that results in a citation..... that, if not corrected, will create a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: A licensing report documenting a Type A citation issued on August 6, 2026 pertaining to Teacher-Child Ratio, was not posted at the facility. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to children in care.

HSC 1596.8595 · Type B

A licensed child day care facility shall provide to the parents or guardians of each child receiving services in the facility copies of any licensing report that documents any Type A citation that represents an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children...... This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Parents were not provided copy of the licensing report documenting a Type A citation issued on August 6, 2026. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to children in care.

CCR 101212(d)(1)(C) · Type B

Reporting Requirements - (d)Upon the occurrence..... a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working day and during its normal business hours. (1) Events reported shall include... (C) Any unusual incident or child absence that threatens the physical or emotional health or safety of any child. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: An incident involving a child (C1) who exited the facility unnoticed by staff was not reported to Licensing. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to children in care.

CCR 101175(a) · Type B

Waivers and Exceptions for Program Flexibility - (a) Unless the licensee receives prior written departmental approval for a waiver or an exception...... the licensee shall maintain continuous compliance with all licensing regulations. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPAs’ observations, interview, and review of records, preschool children and children enrolled in the toddler option were commingled in Room 4 without an approved waiver. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, and personal rights to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff used inappropriate form of punishment on children in care Staff does not ensure children are spoken to in an appropriate manner Staff does not ensure that the needs of children in care are being met INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On August 27, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M.M. made an unannounced follow-up Complaint Inspection and to deliver investigation findings. LPA met with Site Director, C.J.W., and explained the nature of today's visit. LPA toured the facility and interviewed staff. During the investigation process, LPA conducted observations, interviewed staff and children, reviewed records, and obtained copies of relevant documents. Based on interviews, staff reported that they primarily use verbal communication and redirection as their methods of disciplining children. Staff reported that when a child is not listening or not behaving during nap time, there are occasions when the child is temporarily separated from the napping group and placed in a supervised area within the classroom, where staff maintain continuous visual oversight to minimize disruption to other resting children while ensuring the child remains safe and supervised. Additionally, staff stated that interactions between staff and children are calm, respectful, and consistent with the facility’s expectations for communication. Staff reported that they do not use language or tone that is demeaning, harsh, or otherwise inappropriate. If a child requires assistance while a staff member is occupied, the staff member will acknowledge the child’s need and either ask the child to wait momentarily or request support from another available staff member to ensure the child’s needs are addressed appropriately. Continuation on next page: Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101216.3(a) · Type A

Teacher-Child Ratio - There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance....... This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Staff members (S1 & S2) were left alone to supervise the children, even though neither is qualified as a preschool or toddler option teacher. This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, and personal rights to children in care.

CCR 101216.1(c)(1)(A) · Type B

Teacher Qualifications and Duties - (c)To be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall have ..... Twelve post-secondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed.......(A) The units....shall include courses that cover the general areas of child growth and development, or human growth and development; child, family and community, or child and family; and program/curriculum. Staff members (S1, S2, and S3) are utilized as teachers and they do not possess the required educational units to qualify as preschool or toddler option teachers. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, and personal rights to children in care.

HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) · Type B

(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 2 out of 8 staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Staff #2 and #7 have expired Mandated Reporter Training.

CCR 101419.3(a)(1)&(2) · Type B

(a) The written infant needs and services plan shall be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy. (1) The director, the assistant director or a teacher shall update the plan with the assistance of the infant's representative. (2) The authorized representative shall sign the plan to verify that he/she has participated in updating it. 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 10 children's files that were reviewed which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The infant needs and services plan for Child #3, #4, and #5 are not updated quarterly.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff hit child INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 01/24/2025 at 2:15pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), F.R., conducted an unannounced complaint investigation to deliver complaint findings. LPA met with Director, C.J.W. and informed her of the purpose of the visit. The Department received a complaint alleging that staff hit children in care. During today's inspection, LPA toured the facility and observed ratios. During the course of this investigation, LPA toured the classrooms, interviewed director, staff, children and parents and reviewed relevant records. Continued on Page 2 Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101223(a)(1) · Type A

Personal Rights (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (1) To be accorded dignity in his/her personal relationships with staff and other persons. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, staff have been observed to yell at children when they are not listening to staff. This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety and personal rights of children in care.

CCR 101223(a)(2) · Type A

Personal Rights (a) (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, staff have been observed to shake children and tap them on their forehead when not listening. This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety and personal rights of children in care.

CCR 101223(a)(3) · Type A

Personal Rights (a) (3) 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 is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, staff have been observed to take away children’s snack, food or chair if they are not listening and cause the children to be upset. Staff have been observed to take away child’s bedding, throw it aside and have them stand up as a form of punishment when not napping. Staff have been observed to inform children that they will not be picked up by parents as a form of punishment. This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety and personal rights of children in care.

CCR 101416.2(b) · Type B

Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties. Prior to employment, an infant care teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least three postsecondary semesters or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development, and three postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units related to the care of infants, at an accredited or approved college or university. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, S-1 and S-2 were in Room 3B. S-1 has proof of completion of 5.5 units. S-2 does not have completion of at least 3 units in care of infant. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff is using an unusual form of punishment INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) S.Y. conducted an unannounced complaint investigation. LPA met with Director J.W. and explained the reason for the inspection. Licensee L.L.M. arrived shortly after. During the course of this investigation, LPA conducted interview with staff, children, and third party. LPA reviewed staff files and conducted observations. Based on the information obtained, the above allegation is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED, meaning although, the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. No deficiencies were issued as a result of this inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director J.W. and Licensee L.M. A notice of site visit has been issued and must remain posted for 30 days. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101216.4(a)(2) · Type B

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM WITH TODDLER COMPONENT. The toddler program shall be conducted in areas physically separate from those used by older or younger children... This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, at 11:25AM, a staff brought preschool children to the toddler restroom. LPA observed that there was a toddler and staff in the restroom at the same time. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101416.2(b) · Type B

Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties. Prior to employment, an infant care teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least three postsecondary semesters or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development, and three postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units related to the care of infants, at an accredited or approved college or university. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, S-1 has proof of completion of 4 semester units. S-1 is enrolled in courses and is awaiting final grade, which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR101216.3(b)(1) · Type B

Teacher-Child Ratio.A ratio of one fully qualified teacher (as specified in Section 101216.1(c)) and one aide for every 18 children in attendance in a preschool program is allowed when the aide meets the qualifications specified in Section 101216.2(d). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, LPA observed that S-3 and S-4 were with 24 children in the R2 Playground Preschool. S-3 is fully qualified. S-4 has proof of completion of 4 semester units and proof of enrollment in additional courses. S-4 is awaiting grade for additional courses. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101170(e)(1) · Type B

Criminal Record Clearance. All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance... This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, S-1 and S-2's has cleared criminal record and child abuse index. S-1 and S-2's fingerprints are associated to Licensee's other facility, but not to this facility. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101216.3(b) · Type B

Teacher-Child Ratio. The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, S-2 and S-3 were present in Room 1 with 16 children. S-2 had dipolma on file, but not their transcript. S-3 has proof of enrollment in course for the Winter 2024 quarter system. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

CCR 101416.2(c)(1) · Type B

Infant Care Teacher Qualifications and Duties. To be a fully qualified infant care teacher, a teacher shall have the following: Completion, with passing grades, of 12 postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood or child development education at an accredited or approved college or university.At least three of the units required in (c)(1) above shall be related to the care of infants or shall contain instruction specific to infants. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, S-1 has transcript from an international university, which was not reviewed. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Personal right was violated Lack of supervision resulting in altercation between children Facility did not report incident to authorized representatives INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) S.Y. conducted an unannounced complaint investigation for the above allegations. LPA met with Director C.J.W. and explained the reason for the inspection. Licensee arrived shortly after. During the course of this investigation, LPA conducted observation. LPA reviewed incident reports, children's files, and staff files. LPA also interviewed children, staff, and parents. Based on the information obtained, the above allegations are found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED, meaning although, the above allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. No deficiencies were issued as a result of this investigation. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director J.W. and Licensee L.L.M. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion: