Creative Montessori Preschool

CCR 101227(a)(1) · Type B

(1) All food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the amount of food components... for the age group served...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: On 10/6/2026 the children in care were not provided the minimum amount of food components that are required. 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 children in care.

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type A

(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: Through observation LPA observed children being left alone in the classroom during nap time and when parents arrive for pick-up which poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of the children in care.

CCR 101238(b)(1) · Type B

(1) Protective devices including but not limited to nonslip material on rugs. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: The gate separating the kitchen from the classroom is broken and tied with a bungee cord that is accessible to the children. 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.

CCR 101239.1(b)(5) · Type B

(b) Floor mats used for napping shall be: (5) Maintained in a safe condition with no exposed foam. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: The mats used for napping were observed to be cracked, torn, and in disrepair. 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.

CCR 101239.1(c)(2) · Type B

(c) Each cot or mat shall be equipped with a sheet to cover the cot or mat and, depending on the weather, a sheet and/or blanket to cover the child. (2) Bedding shall be individually stored so that each child's bedding is identifiable and no child's used bedding comes into contact with other bedding. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: The sheets used for napping were observed to be touching which does not eliminate the transfer of germs. 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.

CCR 101220(a) · Type B

(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Three children enrolled are missing LIC701 Physicians Report. 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.

CCR 101221(b)(5) · Type B

(b) Each record shall contain information including, but not limited to, the following: (5) Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Three children in care are missing LIC700 Child ID & Emergency Information. 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.

CCR 101229.1(b) · Type B

(b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: One child present was not signed in by their parent or authorized representative. 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.

CCR 101227(a)(1) · Type B

(1) All food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Each meal shall include, at a minimum, the amount of food components as specified by Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 226.20, (Revised January 1, 1990) Requirements for Meals, for the age group served. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: The children in care were not provided the minimum amount of food components that are required. 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.

CCR 101227(a)(19) · Type B

(19) All food shall be protected against contamination. Contaminated food shall be discarded immediately. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed rotting fruits in the bottom of the refrigerator that was stored with fresh fruits. 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.

CCR 101239(m) · Type B

(m) All play equipment and materials used by children shall be age-appropriate. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed 2-year-old children on a play structure that has an age limit of of 5-12 years old. Based on observation and 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.

CCR 101161(a) · Type B

101161(a) 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 evidence by: Through interview it was stated by Director and staff member present that during staff breaks the two (2) infants present are commingled with the preschool children which poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care.

CCR 101223(a)(3) · Type B

101223 (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights: (3) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment… This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Licensee used infant/toddler sized feeding chairs as a form of punishment when children displayed difficult or undesired behaviors. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety and personal rights of the 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 Director and staff mandated reporter training has expired which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101216(f) · Type B

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in both director and staff CPR/First Aid has expired which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101161(a) · Type B

A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation. Based on interviews and record review, staff did not comply with the section cited above as staff are comingling the two programs, which posed a potential threat to the health and safety of the children in care.

CCR 101212(d)(2) · Type B

101212 Reporting Requirements (d) Upon the occurrence, during the operation of the child care center of any of the events specified in (d)(1) below, 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. In addition, a written report containing the information specified in (d)(2) below shall be submitted to the Department within seven days following the occurrence of such event. (2) Information provided shall include the following: (A) Child's name, age, sex and date of admission. (B) Date and nature of event. (C) Attending physician's name, findings, and treatment, if any. (D) Disposition of the case. THIS REQUIREMENT WAS NOT MET AS EVIDENCED BY RECORD REVIEWS AND INTERVIEWS WHICH REVEALED THE FACILITY FAILED TO REPORT TO COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING, AN INCIDENT THAT OCCURED IN AUG 2024 WHEN A CHILD SUFFERED A MEDICAL EMERGENCY THAT REQUIRED CPR.

CCR 101229(a) · Type B

101229 Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision (a) The licensee shall provide care and supervision as necessary to meet the children's needs. THIS REQUIREMENT WAS NOT MET AS EVIDENCED BY INTERVIEWS WHICH REVEALED, DURING A CHRISTMAS PARTY STAFF FAILED TO INTERVENE WHILE ONE CHILD HIT ANOTHER.

CCR 101238(a) · Type A

(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 visitors. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above not ensuring the child care center is in good repair at all times, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

CCR 101229(a)(1) · Type B

(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, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not ensuring all children are not left without supervision at any time, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Staff are not reporting incidents to authorized representatives INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On 07/23/2024 at 9:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), A.C. conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to deliver the finding to the above allegation. LPA met with the Director, S.A., to explain the purpose of today's visit. LPA previously toured the facility, reviewed incident reports, and conducted interviews with staff and parents. Based on the incident reports and interviews, it was determined that parents were notified of incidents that occurred at the facility. No deficiencies are being cited today. Exit interview conducted, appeal rights were given, and report was reviewed with the Director, S.A. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101238.2(d)(2) · Type A

101238.2 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 evidence by: Based on observations the facility did not comply with the section cited above by ensuring the playground is free of hazards, which is an immediate risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of children in care.

CCR 101238(a) · Type B

101238Buildings 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 visitors. This requirement was not met as evidence by: Based on observation the facility did not comply with section cited above by ensuring the carpets are clean, sanitary, and in good repair, which poses as a potential risk to health, safety, and personal rights of children in care.

CCR 101216.3(b) · Type B

(b) 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 observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above ensuring the facility is maintaining ratio at all times, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA observed the director and 1 aid with no units alone with 19 children.

CCR 100700.3 · Type B

Licensee shall maintain a lead value at or below the Action Level of 5 ppb in all outlets subject to the testing requirements of these Written Directives, for the health and safety of children in care. Based on interview and record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as outlet C exceeded the acceptable amount of lead allowed in a child care center, which poses a potential Health and Safety risk to persons in care.

ALLEGATION(S): Personal Rights - Staff is scratching the daycare children as a form of punishment INVESTIGATION FINDINGS: On Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 10:21 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) C.C. met with S.A., Center Director, for an unannounced complaint investigation. There are 15 children present with 2 staff members including the director. Interviews were conducted. Interviews revealed that there is no written discipline policy for the children. Some children have expressed that "time out" is the form of discipline used by staff. Staff deny that children are being scratched as a form of discipline. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged allegation did or did not occur. Based upon the investigation, the complaint allegation is Unsubstantiated. Exit interview conducted. Appeal rights were discussed and given. Notice of Site visit must be posted for 30 days. Unsubstantiated Estimated Days of Completion:

CCR 101216.1 · Type B

101216.1(b)(1)(a) Teacher Qualifications and Duties. After employment, a teacher hired under (b) above shall complete, with passing grades, at least two units each semester or quarter until the education requirement specified in (c)(1) below is met. This requirement was not met as evidenced by record review: Staff working alone in preschool class did not have the proper qualifications. This poses a potential risk to the Personal Rights/Health and safety of children in care.