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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 313622397
Report Date: 03/15/2022
Date Signed: 03/15/2022 04:07:45 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/15/2022 04:07 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
CCLD Regional Office, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833
FACILITY NAME:STERLING MONTESSORI (PS)FACILITY NUMBER:
313622397
ADMINISTRATOR:PAOLO SARMIENTOFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:821 STERLING PARKWAY, STE 200TELEPHONE:
(916) 434-7000
CITY:LINCOLNSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95648
CAPACITY: 58TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 58CENSUS: 29DATE:
03/15/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:30 AM
MET WITH:Paolo SarmientoTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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All times on this report are approximations. At 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Amanda Blesi met with Director, Paolo Sarmiento for the purpose of an unannounced 1 year required inspection. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entry. Director guided LPA on a tour of the facility, at which time a census of 29 preschool children supervised by 4 staff was observed.

A health and safety inspection was conducted in the classrooms, restrooms, food service areas, and outdoor play areas. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Medications are stored, inaccessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities were sanitary however one toilet was missing a cover and did not flush. Bins for solid waste in the kitchen have tight fitting lids. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. Facility provides snack.

There are functional water fountains indoors and outdoors. Children also have labeled water bottles. LPA observed full legal signatures while reviewing the sign in and sign out sheet. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. LPA observed wood chip cushioning beneath the play structure. Outdoor shade is provided by trees and awnings. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector.


LPA reviewed staff files. LPA observed immunization records and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. Director was advised that Mandated Reporter training must be renewed every two years and can be renewed at www.mandatedreporterca.com. (Report continues on 809-C)
SUPERVISORS NAME: Keven Peters
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Blesi
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/15/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/15/2022
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, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833
FACILITY NAME: STERLING MONTESSORI (PS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 313622397
VISIT DATE: 03/15/2022
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At 12:45p.m., LPA reviewed children's records. Each child's file contained an emergency card, consent for emergency medical treatment, health history and notifications of children’s and parent’s rights.

Facility representative 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative 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.


This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual-Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Center Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 513-0301 (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.ht

LPA discussed Assembly Bill 2370, which will require licensed Child Care facilities to test their water for excessive amounts of lead. Testing will be required beginning January 1st, 2020 to January 1st, 2023 and must be conducted every five years from initial testing.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Keven Peters
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Blesi
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/15/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/15/2022
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833
FACILITY NAME: STERLING MONTESSORI (PS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 313622397
VISIT DATE: 03/15/2022
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LPA discussed with owner Paolo the application for change of ownership for Sterling Montessori has been pending over 90 days. LPA is requesting that Paolo submit a statement indicating weather he would like to withdraw the application or complete the licensing process. If he is to continue the licensing process, the application must be completed, including an an approved fire clearance, within 15 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Paolo Sarmiento. 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.

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
SUPERVISORS NAME: Keven Peters
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Blesi
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/15/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/15/2022
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Created By: Amanda Blesi On 03/15/2022 at 01:42 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833

FACILITY NAME: STERLING MONTESSORI (PS)
FACILITY NUMBER: 313622397

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/15/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in multiple staff did not have have current mandated reporter certificate which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/29/2022
Plan of Correction
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Paolo Shall ensure that all staff have an current Mandated Reporter certificate on file. To correct director shall submit proof of a current certificate for all employees who have expired certificates.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216(f)
Personnel Requirements
(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in out of the staff present today no one had current first aid or CPR which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/15/2022
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Paolo states he has a group class scheuduled so all staff can take the course at the same time. To correct, director shall submit proof that at least one staff member has current first aid and CPR.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Keven Peters
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Amanda Blesi
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/15/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/15/2022


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