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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 195700040
Report Date: 04/01/2025
Date Signed: 04/01/2025 01:27:23 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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:MULHOLLAND MONTESSORI PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
195700040
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		DARLENE CABRERAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:23010 VENTURA BLVDTELEPHONE:
(323) 767-4517
CITY:WOODLAND HILLSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91364
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 12CENSUS: 12DATE:
04/01/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:10 AM
MET WITH:Darlene Cabrera, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham conducted an unannounced random annual inspection on 04/01/2025. LPA arrived at the facility at 11:10 AM. LPA met with Director Darlene Cabrera who guided LPA on tour of the facility. This is a preschool program licensed for 40 preschoolers. Facility consists of 1 open concept classroom. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

Facility is located on the corner unit of an outdoor business plaza.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff were present during this visit: 12 preschoolers being supervised by 2 staff.

Teacher/child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be always under visual supervision of a teacher.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Linens are taken home each week to be washed. Napping equipment (mats) were observed in the room. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the office. Age-appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms.



General sanitation was observed. Availability of indoor drinking water was observed in classrooms. Children
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Raul Navarro
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/01/2025
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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: MULHOLLAND MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700040
VISIT DATE: 04/01/2025
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bring their own water bottle. LPA also observed a water dispenser in the classroom. LPA observed during file review that the water was not tested for lead. The facility does not have a kitchen and does not prepare any meals for the children.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Carbon monoxide detector was observed in the classroom and is operable.

Facility does not have a kitchen area/food preparation area. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal. Food is not provided by the facility. Parents provide AM and PM snack, and lunch is delivered daily via a food program called Healthy Hearts. Per Director, If a child does not have a lunch the facility will call the parent and have food dropped off. First Aid supplies were observed. Per Director, medication is not administered at the facility.

The facility does not have an outdoor playground, a waiver is on file for the playground. There are two indoor playgrounds with artificial grass that the children use to play, there is no high climbing equipment in either of the indoor playgrounds. The equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. The surface of the indoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Availability of drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.

All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free. There are no firearms stored on the premises. There are no pools or bodies of water at the facility.

Children’s records were reviewed for Admission Agreement, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 613-Personal Rights, LIC 702-Health History, and LIC 701 Physicians Report, and Immunization Records.

Staff records were reviewed for Education, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC503- Health Screening, Proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Raul Navarro
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/01/2025
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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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: MULHOLLAND MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 195700040
VISIT DATE: 04/01/2025
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 Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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

At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Darlene Cabrera. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

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/tion-process.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Raul Navarro
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tatiana Bickham
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/01/2025
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