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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191602098
Report Date: 11/08/2019
Date Signed: 11/08/2019 11:13:31 AM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME:	MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN BEACH - #1		FACILITY NUMBER:	191602098
ADMINISTRATOR:	CHRISTINE ROMERO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	315 S. PECK		TELEPHONE:	3103799462
CITY:	MANHATTAN BEACH	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90266
CAPACITY:	300	CENSUS: 73	DATE:	11/08/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Case Management - Annual Continuation	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:15 AM
MET WITH:	Christine Romero, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	11:12 AM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 11/8/2019 at 8:15 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Miranda arrived at the above mentioned facility for the purpose of conducting an annual random continuation inspection. LPA met with Christine Romero, Center Director and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA reviewed staff records to contain appropriate documentation of education credits. More than one person were observed to be trained in CPR and Pediatric 1st Aid. Staff 1 has 1st Aid and CPR card which expires on 09/2022. LPA inspected a total of 11 classrooms were inspected and one additional classroom that is using only for art storage. LPA observed sign in/out sheets complete in each classroom. LPA observed each classroom within ratio. A walk through of each classroom was conducted, classrooms were found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. LPA observed classrooms to have dramatic play, arts/crafts, reading and learning activities. Each classroom is equipped with a first aid kit. Furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation in each classroom. Drinking water is readily available in each classroom. Director states that the isolation area for sick students is located in the Director's office. Children nap in individual classrooms, LPA observed cots equipped with sheets for napping. The bathroom area(s) were inspected, there are sufficient toilets and sinks to accommodate the campus capacity. LPA observed restrooms both upstairs and downstairs. Toilets flush properly, toilet and sinks are reachable by the children in care. Each rest-room has adequate Toilet paper and paper towels available. Bathrooms were found to be clean. There is adequate lighting/ventilation in the bathroom area(s).

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3055
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/08/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/08/2019

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN BEACH - #1	FACILITY NUMBER: 191602098
	VISIT DATE: 11/08/2019

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LPA reviewed children’s record that contained appropriated documentation.

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 Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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.html.

The following was disclosed: Requirements for disaster drills and mandatory documentation for both children and staff files were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. The licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations for Child Care Center online at www.ccld.ca.gov. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care Center online at www.ccld.ca.gov. The licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must have the facility’s phone number at all times; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco on the premises

Assembly Bill 1207: California Child Care Workers; Mandated Training Requirement. Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees must complete Mandated Reported Training prior to March 30, 2018 and renew training every two years at: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Nutrition Requirement: Beginning January 1, 2016, AB 290 will require for each new license issued, at least one director or teacher at each child care center or family child care home to have at least one hour of training in the importance of childhood nutrition. This applies to anyone submitting a new application, relocating their facility, selling their facility or transferring their license. Please note this training cannot be completed online or by home study programs. The training must be taken from an Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved training program OR an accredited college or university.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3055
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/08/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/08/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN BEACH - #1	FACILITY NUMBER: 191602098
	VISIT DATE: 11/08/2019

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Assembly Bill 633: Upon receipt of a citation for a Type A Deficiency, the director shall post the licensing report for 30 days in addition to the Notice of Site Visit & provide copies of the licensing report (LIC 809D/9099D) to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility by the close of business the following day or the next day child returns to the facility. The same report must be provided to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months & licensee will obtain a signed Acknowledgement of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) from parent/guardian & place it in each child's file.
Senate Bill 792: This bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles.

New Immunization Requirement: Law enacted by SB 277, beginning January 1, 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into child care or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint.

New Appeal Process: A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment. All appeals must be sent to:

California Department of Social Services | Community Care Licensing Division

300 Continental Blvd. Suite 290 A
El Segundo CA, 90245

The facility has more functioning fire extinguishers, smoke detectors that meet statutory requirements. Facility was observed to be operating within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.
Mandatory forms for the children’s files and staff’s files were observed. Requirements for disaster drills and documentation for both were reviewed. Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. The licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations for Child Care Center online at www.ccld.ca.gov.
School does not provide lunch for children. Three snacks per day are provided for children in care, All snack menus are posted in each classroom. Cleaning supplies are out of reach to the children and is stored separately.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3055
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/08/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/08/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN BEACH - #1	FACILITY NUMBER: 191602098
	VISIT DATE: 11/08/2019

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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)/ (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. The ADA requires that child care providers not discriminate against persons with disabilities on the basis of disability, that is, that they provide children and parents with disabilities with an equal opportunity to participate in the child care center's programs and services.

LPA observed three outdoor playgrounds for play. Inspection of the outdoor play area was conducted climbing structures, swings, slides and other large play equipment is found to be securely anchored with adequate resilient cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Drinking water is readily available on the play yard. There is adequate shade for the children in care. Fencing around the perimeter of the play area is at least 4 feet high. Playground is free from miscellaneous debris such as tree branches, trash, leaves, etc. LPA observed the swimming pool area, that had a fence around and covered. The swimming pool area was inaccessible to children.

The facility was found to be in compliance per Title 22 regulations.

An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the Notice of Site Visit were provided to Christine Romero, Center Director.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie Ferreira	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3067
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Denise Miranda	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3055
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 11/08/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/08/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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