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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198016142
Report Date: 10/28/2025
Date Signed: 10/28/2025 12:52:50 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/28/2025 12:52 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTSFACILITY NUMBER:
198016142
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
ENOKA ATTALEFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:15207 E. LOS ROBLES AVENUETELEPHONE:
(626) 968-0500
CITY:HACIENDA HEIGHTSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91745
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8CENSUS: 6DATE:
10/28/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:31 AM
MET WITH:Enoke Attale, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:10 PM
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On 10/28/2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mariah Aguirre and Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. Upon arrival at 10:30AM, LPAs met with director Enoka Attale. At 11:00AM LPAs were led on a tour of the facility. This is an infant program consisting of 1 classroom with 8 children enrolled. Per licensee and upon LPA’s observation, there are 6 children present with 2 staff. Per director, the facility does not allow volunteers or assistants to be at the facility at any time. The facility operates Monday-Friday from 6:30AM to 6:00PM.

LPAs observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the entrance. Snacks/ lunch menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted a week in advance where it is visible for the child’s authorized representative. No menus were observed in the preschool classroom as parents provide the children with meals and snacks. LPAs observed each infant to have a labeled container with their individual snacks in the fridge. Per director, infants parents provide meals and snacks for children in care. Per Director, no infants enrolled consume breast milk or formula at this time, but in the event a new infant does enroll in the program and does consume formula or breast milk, proper storage and consumption protocols are followed.

LPAs entered and inspected the infant classroom. While touring the classroom, LPAs observed the classroom to be clean and orderly. The classroom was in ratio and LPAs observed cribs labeled with the infants names to be clean and have a fitted sheet. Per Director, parents provide five sheets for each infant, as the facility changes the infants crib sheet daily. LPAs observed one infant to sleep on a napping mat with a fitted sheet, and per Director the infant is preparing to transition to the preschool age license this upcoming week. Infants spare sheets, diapers, and wipes are stored in labeled cubbies. Furniture and equipment in the preschool classrooms are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, and pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Christina Gabelman
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Mariah Aguirre
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/28/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/28/2025
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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 198016142
VISIT DATE: 10/28/2025
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All storage containers for solid waste were observed to have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair throughout the facility. Sufficient individual storage space for infants was observed as cubbies were available to children with their names on them. First aid supplies are available and complete if use is needed, and is stored in the kitchen. Per Director, no infants in care have allergies and no medication is given. Upon observation, LPAs saw that the fire extinguisher has not been serviced since April 2024. LPAs advised Director to get the fire extinguisher serviced at their local fire department. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets the necessary requirements issued by the state.

A changing table was observed in the infant classroom to have a changing pad at least one inch thick and to be within arms reach of a sink. Hot water is available for children’s use in restrooms.

LPA observed the outdoor play area. The play area was observed to have proper play equipment and is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All play structures were observed to be properly enforced and free of hazards.

Teacher- child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded, and all children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during the tour. The director is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas identified on the facility sketch was inspected.

At the end of the inspection, facility records were reviewed. Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of day the child is being dropped off and picked up. Upon review, children’s individuals signing the child in and out do use their full legal signature. Criminal record clearance for all staff was reviewed. Verification of CPR and First Aid, as well as health preventative practices were reviewed.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Christina Gabelman
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Mariah Aguirre
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/28/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/28/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 198016142
VISIT DATE: 10/28/2025
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The childcare center director and fully qualified staff qualified to act in the director’s absence Is complete and on file. Educational background, required trainings, and experience for staff present at the facility was reviewed. A collection of random children’s files was reviewed to ensure completeness. Childrens’ files were complete. 15 minute sleep logs were reviewed to be complete for all children in care.

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

Facility Representative 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. 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.

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 not completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA provided facility the information to have Water Sampling registered.

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. 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/.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Christina Gabelman
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Mariah Aguirre
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/28/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/28/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTS
FACILITY NUMBER: 198016142
VISIT DATE: 10/28/2025
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Facility Representative 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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Director at 12:00PM. Copy of report was given to assistant director and no citations are being issued at this time.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Christina Gabelman
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Mariah Aguirre
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/28/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/28/2025
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