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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 013420932
Report Date: 06/08/2022
Date Signed: 06/08/2022 11:46:25 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NEWARKFACILITY NUMBER:
013420932
ADMINISTRATOR:GUTIERREZ, DENISE ANNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:35660 CEDAR BLVDTELEPHONE:
(510) 792-4546
CITY:NEWARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94560
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 38CENSUS: 26DATE:
06/08/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Sabrina GutierrezTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On 06/08/2022 at 9:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Uribe conducted an Unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Site Director, Sabrina Gutierrez, also present at the time of the inspection were 4 staff & 26 children. The facility is within ratio & capacity compliance today. LPA provided facility representative the Entrance Checklist (LIC 125). The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety inspection. The facility currently operates 7:30am-6:00pm, Monday-Friday in two classrooms.

Classrooms: All classrooms were inspected for age-appropriate furnishings, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. LPA observed the cleanliness of floors & surfaces, the presence of a fully functional carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector/fire alarms, and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher that is accessible throughout the facility. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first-aid kit and available in the classrooms. A few of the child locks are worn down and need to be replaced soon.

Food Service Areas: All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, & free from hazardous materials. Snack menu is posted one week in advance, available for review, & dated. The center has a waiver regarding food preparation and waiver is properly posted.

Outdoor Play Area: There are no bodies of water, or free-standing water accessible to children. There are age appropriate toys and materials for the children. The playground outside is fenced and all equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. One area of the soft padding near the play structure is developing a gap which could be a tripping hazard to children in care. Director states that they are already in the process of having it repaired before it becomes a hazard.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina Uribe
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/08/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NEWARK
FACILITY NUMBER: 013420932
VISIT DATE: 06/08/2022
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Bathrooms: Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Toilets and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks and toilets. Supplies are available to children.

Records: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance and have been associated to the facility. LPA reviewed 10 children’s files and 5 staff files around 10:00am. LPA reviewed the facility roster & personnel record. At least one opening/closing staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certification. Mandated Reporter certificates were reviewed. Director’s CPR/First-Aid Certificate is current and expires on 07/03/23. The center is in compliance with sign in and out procedure. Emergency Drills are recorded and performed every six months. Per facility representative, there are no firearms on the premises. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area.

Health-Related Services: This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). At this time there are no children who require medication to be kept at the facility. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations & Procedures for Child Care Centers sections 101173 & 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina Uribe
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/08/2022
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NEWARK
FACILITY NUMBER: 013420932
VISIT DATE: 06/08/2022
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Effective August 1, 2003 California Law requires Child Care Licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child’s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within 7 business days.

No Deficiencies Cited Today. Advisory Notes Issued Listed Below: Please see attached note pages

  • Technical Violation: Child Locks need to be regularly inspected and replaced as needed.
  • Technical Violation: Gap developing between two connecting surfaces on the ground outside on the soft cushioned area near the play structure. This will need to be fixed soon as to not become a tripping hazard.
  • Technical Advisory: Two children's files had incomplete forms in their file.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Sabrina Gutierrez.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Chandra Charles
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Christina Uribe
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/08/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/08/2022
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