Alka Montessori Inc

CCR 10121616.4(a)(2) · Type B

(2) 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, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above during the facility tour of the toddler classroom LPA observed 7 toddlers and one staff (S2) in classroom number 1 which posesa potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101429(a)(2)(B) · Type B

(B) Staff shall physically check on sleeping infant(s) every 15 minutes and document the following: This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above staff stated that they do not complete 15 minute physical sleep check which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

WD 101804(b)(2) · Type B

(2) A ratio of six children to each teacher shall be maintained for all children in attendance in the toddler component. An aide who is participating in on-the-job training may be substituted for a teacher when directly supervised by a fully qualified teacher. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA observed 7 toddlers with one staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101416.5(1) · Type B

(1) An aide may be substituted for a teacher when all of the following conditions are met: (A) There is a fully qualified teacher directly supervising no more than 12 infants... This requirement was not met as evidenced by: LPA observed two teacher aides alone with 6 toddler children in the outdoor playground while the fully qualified toddler teacher was on her 15 minute break.

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, one staff file was reviewed and were missing units for Infant &Toddler and child family and community which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Licensee did not maintain a clean environment for day care children. Staff did not interact with day care children in an appropriate manner. INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 02/25/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J.G. was greeted and granted access to the facility by Staff M.G. LPA stated the reason for todays visit was to conduct an unnanounced annual inspection. LPA took a census in the classrooms. Classroom 3 had three toddlers, 6 preschoolers and 2 staff. During this investigation, LPA completed observations, interviewed owner, staff, children, parents and reviewed relevant records. It was alleged licensee did not maintain a clean environment for day care children. During visits on 01/23/2026, 02/12/2026 and 02/25/2026, LPA did not observe any clutter or sticky surfaces in the turtle or dolphin building. 5 out of 5 parents stated that they had no concerns with clutter or cleanliness within the facility. 6 out of 6 staff stated they are responsible for cleaning their classrooms and there is a weekend cleaning service. LPA collected relevant records for the cleaning services. It was alleged staff did not interact with day care children in an appropriate manner. 5 out of 5 parents stated that their child looks forward to going to school, teachers are warm, loving and child loves going to school. Continued on Page 2... Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

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, two staff files reviewed had expired Mandated Reporter training for child care providers, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101216.1(b)(1) · Type B

(b) Prior to employment, a teacher shall meet the requirements of (b)(1) or (b)(2) below: (1) A teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least six postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units of the education requirement specified in (c)(1) below; or shall have obtained a Child Development Assistant Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher C. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, one staff file reviewed was missing units for child development and cirriculum which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101223(a)(1)(3) · Type A

101223 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. (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 the interview with staff, staff lifted a child's shirt during class time. This poses an immediate risk to the Health, Safety or Personal Rights to children in care.