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25 | On 3/16/22 at 8:45 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Mathur conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at Fountainhead Montessori Preschool - Pleasant Hill. LPA met with Director, Sumaira Rizvi and explained the purpose of today's inspection. Center has a Toddler Component also. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am - 6:30 pm in 1 Toddler Room (Pond) and 4 Preschool Rooms (Brook, Lake, River, Ocean). There is an active waiver on file for outdoor playground.
The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with the Director. TODDLER and PRESCHOOL rooms, restrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Facility was observed to be in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement during inspection. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted in February 2022. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted.
Outdoor Space: Two Outdoor playgrounds (Toddler and Preschool) were inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. |