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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197417644
Report Date: 05/02/2024
Date Signed: 05/02/2024 03:24:04 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:BEGINNING MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
197417644
ADMINISTRATOR:IPALAWATTEFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:7475 FALLBROOK AVENUETELEPHONE:
(818) 992-5341
CITY:WEST HILLSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91307
CAPACITY:108CENSUS: 45DATE:
05/02/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:50 AM
MET WITH:Sunethra Ipalawatte, DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
03:45 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susann Sanchez conducted an unannounced 3 year annual inspection. LPA met with Sunethra Ipalawatte, Director who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. This is an infant program which consists of 5 classrooms. There is also a preschool across the alley. Facility operation hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

All areas identified used by the children in care were inspected. Upon arrival, the following were present during this inspection: Room 1 with 2 staff and 10 children; Room 1A: 1 staff with 9 children. Room: 2 has 1 staff with 8 children. Room 2A has 1 staff with 9 children and Room 3 has 2 staff with 9 children. Teacher child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher at all times. The following was observed during the tour of the facility:

Children's roster was reviewed and is current. 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 the day. Disaster drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 04/16/24. LPA observed required licensing documents posted on bulletin board in the entrance.

Indoor space is physically separate from other child care components. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Toys were observed to be safe, and do not have sharp points, edges, splinters and are not made of small parts that can pose a choking hazard. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean.



Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Napping equipment were observed in separate storage areas. LPA observed cots. Linens are changed once a week or more frequently, as needed by parents. Blankets are taken home for parents to wash weekly. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann SanchezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/02/2024
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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BEGINNING MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197417644
VISIT DATE: 05/02/2024
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Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are in operating condition. Per Site Supervisor, the isolation area is located in the conference room. LPA observed a mat in the isolation area for ill children. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill. Indoor drinking water is readily available. First Aid supplies were observed in each classroom. Room 1 A and 2 A have wall heaters. Per Director wall heaters don't work and they are never being used.

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be inaccessible. According to the Site supervisor, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the child's classroom inaccessible to children with the child’s name and date. Site supervisor understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock.

Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides, AM snack and PM snack for children. All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.

Outdoor space is physically separate from other child care components. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area has adequate shade. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit.

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 Right, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann SanchezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/02/2024
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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: BEGINNING MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197417644
VISIT DATE: 05/02/2024
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At 12:30pm, during staff file review, Director stated the all staff does not have immunization records or a current Mandated Reporter. Type B was cited.

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.

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.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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. At 12:00pm, Director stated that she has not had the facility tested for Lead. Per Director she is having trouble getting an appointment. Type B was cited.

The deficiencies are being cited per California Code of Regulations, TITLE 22, DIVISION 12, CHAPTER 1. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility Director Sunethra Ipalawatte, Director.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann SanchezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/02/2024
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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: BEGINNING MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197417644

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/02/2024

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, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director stated they do not completed the required lead testing. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/03/2024
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Per Director, will get lead tested by POC due date of 06/03/24
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 by not completing the mandated reporter training which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/03/2024
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Licensee will provide proof of mandated reporter training certificate to LPA via email by POC due 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: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann SanchezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/02/2024
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Document Has Been Signed on 05/02/2024 03:24 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
EL SEGUNDO CC NORTH, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245


FACILITY NAME: BEGINNING MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197417644

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/02/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.7995(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above not having immunization records for present staff in file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care
POC Due Date: 06/03/2024
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Per Director will get everyone copies of all staff immunizations and send proof to LPA by POC due date of 06/03/24.
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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: Valarie CookTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Susann SanchezTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/02/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/02/2024
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