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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 157750009
Report Date: 08/04/2025
Date Signed: 08/04/2025 02:39:08 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
157750009
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		DENISE CAMPOSFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:1435 N. DOWNS STREETTELEPHONE:
(562) 298-7801
CITY:RIDGECRESTSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93555
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 30CENSUS: 10DATE:
08/04/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:53 PM
MET WITH:Denise Campos, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:45 PM
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On 8/4/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Crystal Ali met with the Director Denise Campos, to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry to the facility. Upon arrival, LPA observed 1 classroom in use with a total of 10 children and 1 teacher on the premises. The hours of operation are 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per Director, no smoking or weapons are on the premises.

Physical Plant: LPA toured and inspected the school age classroom. Furniture and equipment were checked for age appropriateness, good repair, and cleanliness. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies for children’s belongings labeled with their names along the main hallway in front of boy bathroom. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and materials. Daily activities schedule was observed in classroom. Facility does not offer napping, however, if a child needs to rest and relax, there is an area to the right of the television that has a cot. Drinking water is available inside the classroom in the form of tap water into their water bottles. In classroom #1, LPA observed 1 large table for activities and a small table that can seat two children for play.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/04/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 157750009
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2025
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Large television and white board for learning, plenty of toys and activities for learning in cabinets/shelves. The fire extinguisher (checked 10/30/24 and in the green), a smoke detector, and a carbon monoxide detector are on the premises. Director states the last time fire marshal came out to this facility was March 2025. The storage closet needs a safety latch on the door to make inaccessible to children and the room needs to be organized. Director stated she will have teacher clean, and maintenance put a hook up high on door to make inaccessible to children since the lock on doorknob needs to be replaced due to no key.
Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive with a no-touch thermometer and an overall wellness check. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with the parent’s written permission. The facility representative and other administration staff administer medication and document the dosage, date, and time on a log. Medication is brought and locked at the center (in the staff office). Medication is labeled correctly and stored in its original container. Medication is kept at the center until expiration and sent home with the parent for disposal. There are currently no children in care with IMS needs or medication. All containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight-fitting cover that is kept on; they shall be leakproof and rodent-proof. Facility is not part of food program. Children provide their own lunches and snacks. The facility does have emergency supply of snacks in case children are hungry located at the top cabinet next to sink. LPA observed menus posted on parent board.
A Fire Drill/Earthquake log is posted in the office. The center conducted disaster drills for at least 6 months. Last completed on 6/11/25 at 10:37am. LPA observed a first aid kit with first aid manual located above the kitchen sink on shelf inaccessible to children. First aid kit is complete. A current child roster (LIC 9040) is available in staff office. LPA observed no bodies of water on the premises.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 157750009
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2025
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Bathroom: There are three restrooms. One restroom is for boys, other is for girls and one is for staff. All bathrooms are operable and clean. Boy restroom has one sink, one urinal and one toilet. Girls’ restroom has one sink, two toilets, and a large cabinet that houses the chemicals. LPA observed safety latch on the cabinet in girl’s bathroom. Staff bathroom has a lounge area before you get the bathroom area. The lounge has a couch chair and coffee station. The bathroom has one sink and one toilet.
Staffing Ration and Capacity: Upon arrival, LPA observed 10 children and 1 teacher on the premises.
Transportation arrangement: Facility does not provide transportation.
Lead Testing: The center had drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on 7/28/2021. The testing results showed no detection of lead in the water supply. Documentation is on file at CCL Palmdale Regional Office.
The Outdoor: The play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. The outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. The play area has a large, shaded area that has a small play equipment that has two swings and a slide, another large shade area that has three small tables, basketball court area, swing set on other side of locked shed, tetherball pole, two jungle gyms, and two water fountains that are not operable. Children bring their water bottles outside during play. The play area was inspected and found to be free of hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. The school age play yard is gated and separate from infant play yard.
The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Sign-in and out sheets were reviewed. The Teacher to child ratio was observed, and staff name were recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the children’s basic needs were met and appropriate.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 157750009
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2025
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Staff Records/ Children Records: Staff and Children's records were reviewed and in compliance. LPA reviewed two employee files. LPA verified there is at least 1 staff person present with current CPR and First Aid Training. All employees have a valid Mandated Reporter Training. LPA reviewed six children's records, complete with the parent’s signature.
Kitchen/Food Service: Kitchen is located in the infant classroom inaccessible to children. There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, freezer, stove, dishwasher, and microwave oven. Parents provide food for their children. Allergy lists are posted in the kitchen on the refrigerator. One child has mild lactaid allergy. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks and staff preparing lunch (with gloves). LPA observed that food preparation and storage areas are kept clean and free of litter and rubbish. LPA observed no knives and sharp items in the facility.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process.

Criminal Record Clearance - Child Care Centers
Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including
employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 157750009
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2025
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A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Lead Testing – Child Care Centers (CCC)
CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES:
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care
Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for
drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives
outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
Safe Sleep - Child Care Centers
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and
discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility
of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and
recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) - Child Care Centers
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 157750009
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The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.
PIN 22-05-CCP.
MyChildCarePlan.org – Child Care Centers
Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a
consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
Subscribe to CCLD important information - Child Care Centers
Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/
subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

No deficiency was cited in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Denise Campos.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/04/2025
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