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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 010214163
Report Date: 03/22/2023
Date Signed: 03/22/2023 01:39:28 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612



FACILITY NAME:OAKLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
010214163
ADMINISTRATOR:LETTIS, NATASHAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3636 DIMOND AND 3625 FRUITVALETELEPHONE:
(510) 482-3111
CITY:OAKLANDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94611
CAPACITY:74CENSUS: 24DATE:
03/22/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:15 AM
MET WITH:Natasha LettisTIME COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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On 3/22/2023 at 09:15 AM Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's) Michelle Sutton and Diana Campos conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at Oakland Montessori School. LPA's met with Director Natasha Lettis and explained the purpose of today's inspection. LPA's were granted inspection authority to enter the facility. The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am - 5:00pm .

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.

The physical plant was inspected. LPA's toured the premises with the Director.
Indoor space: Facility operates in 2 Rooms - Dimond and Fruitvale.
Dimond: 2 teachers and 2 assistants with 14 children
Fruitvale: 2 teachers with 6 children

Facility was observed to be in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement during LPA’s inspection.
The classrooms, restrooms, food storage areas and spaces accessible to children were inspected. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Storage areas for poisons were locked and medications were kept in a safe place inaccessible to children.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sherelle JohnsonTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2592
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diana CamposTELEPHONE: (510) 873-6322
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/22/2023
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, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: OAKLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 010214163
VISIT DATE: 03/22/2023
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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, all toilets, hand washing are in safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors were clean and safe. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. All materials and surfaces accessible to children appeared to be toxic free. Menus were observed to be posted at least 1 week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days and made available upon request.


Outdoor Space: Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Surface of the outdoor activity space was in safe condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities.

File Review: Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. All children were signed in electronically by their authorized representative. A sample of Eight Children's files and five (5) Staff files was taken for review.

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
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sherelle JohnsonTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2592
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diana CamposTELEPHONE: (510) 873-6322
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2023
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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, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: OAKLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 010214163
VISIT DATE: 03/22/2023
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The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809-D.) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22.

The attached type A violation is cited today and must be corrected by the due date. Upon receipt, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. All parents/guardians must sign an acknowledgement form of proof of receiving this report (LIC9224). The LIC 9224 must be placed in the child's file to be reviewed by licensing.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Natasha Lettis.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sherelle JohnsonTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2592
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diana CamposTELEPHONE: (510) 873-6322
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/22/2023
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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, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612


FACILITY NAME: OAKLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL

FACILITY NUMBER: 010214163

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 03/22/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101170(e)
Criminal Record Clearance
(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the facility did not comply with the section cited above in that staff Crystal Martin did not have proof of criminal record clearance and association to the facility which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/23/2023
Plan of Correction
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Director will submnit a written statement regarding understanding of this regulation and submit proof of live scan receipt completed.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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: Sherelle JohnsonTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2592
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diana CamposTELEPHONE: (510) 873-6322
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/22/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 03/22/2023 01:39 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1515 CLAY STREET, SUITE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612


FACILITY NAME: OAKLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL

FACILITY NUMBER: 010214163

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 03/22/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the facility did not comply with the section cited above in that lead test of facility water has not been completed which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/05/2023
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Facility shall submit a written plan of action of how and when lead testing will be conducted by the POC date.
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Section Cited
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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:
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Based on record review, the facility did not comply with the section cited above in that at least 3 staff is missing proof of current mandated reporter training certificate which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/05/2023
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Facility shall submit proof of current mandated reporter training certificates for all staff by POC date.
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: Sherelle JohnsonTELEPHONE: (510) 622-2592
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Diana CamposTELEPHONE: (510) 873-6322
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/22/2023
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