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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198002033
Report Date: 02/19/2020
Date Signed: 02/19/2020 12:00:30 PM

COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:MARINA MONTESSORI SCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198002033
ADMINISTRATOR:CANDYCE BRIZZOLARAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2301 XIMENO AVETELEPHONE:
(562) 494-4641
CITY:LONG BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90815
CAPACITY:45CENSUS: 26DATE:
02/19/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Candyce BrizzolaraTIME COMPLETED:
12:13 PM
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A Required 1 Year inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analysts, Timothy Fields and Nolan Tcheng. Analysts met with Director Candyce Brizzolara and was guided on a complete tour of the facility. Operating hours are 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday. There is an elementary on-site. Morning and afternoon snack is provided by the facility. Children are required to bring lunch from home. No medication is administered to children in care. The office is used as an isolated area for sick children. Sleep equipment is made available and sick children have access to the staff restroom. First aid kit was inventoried and is stored in the office. Food storage and preparation area was observed to be clean and in good quality.

Two classrooms are used to operate the preschool program. A third classroom is used for napping. During the inspection 15 children were observed in the Toddler one classroom supervised by two teachers. The Toddler two classroom was not occupied during the inspection. Each classroom was inspected for cleanliness and good repair. Analysts observed age appropriate toys and equipment. Lighting was in operable condition. Rugs in two classrooms and large pillow in the Toddler one classroom were in need of cleaning.

Per director new rugs will be ordered for each classroom. Children have a source of drinking provided by the school. Children also bring containers of water from home. Cots are used for sleeping equipment. They are stationed in the napping room fully prepped with children's individual linen. Children's individual storage space was inspected. Jackets are hung on posts in the classrooms. Lunches are stored on the shelf. The two bathrooms adjacent to the classrooms and one bathroom adjacent to the playground were inspected for cleanliness and good repair. All three were in operable condition.

Outdoor area and equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. Required shade and fencing were inspected. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Timothy FieldsTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MARINA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002033
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
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Staff and children records were reviewed for completeness including but not limited to Criminal Record Clearances for adults, staff qualifications and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventive practices documentation. Review of required forms was made.

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.htm

After a complete inspection of the facility, the following deficiencies were observed according to California Code of Regulations Title 22 Division 12 during today's visit as indicated on the 809D

The licensee shall require each recipient (Parent/guardian) of a licensing report documenting a
Type A citation resulting from a compliant investigation and any licensing document pertaining to a conference, and any summary of an accusation indicating the Department’s intent to revoke a license, to sign LIC 9224 form, indicating that he or she has received the documents and the date they were received. The licensee shall keep verification of receipt in each child’s file.


  1. Upon arrival analysts observed an infant child strapped in a car seat in the office. Child was removed from the car seat by the parent/staff member and taken to a separate area on site. Per director the child had arrived just before the analysts. The child was picked up from the facility approximately one hour after LPAs arrival.
  2. Rugs in the two classroom were in need of cleaning.
  3. Sign in sheets were missing six children.
  4. Mandated reporter training was not completed by all staff.
  5. Vaccination records were not available for all staff.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Timothy FieldsTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MARINA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002033
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
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Exit interview conducted with director. Appeal Rights provided and explained. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for (30) days. Failure to do so may result in a $100.00 civil penalty. INTERNET ADDRESS: http://www.ccld.ca.gov – To access licensing forms, updates and Title 22 .
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Timothy FieldsTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MARINA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002033
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type A
02/26/2020
Section Cited

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Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision:
No child(ren) shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time, except as specified in Sections 101216.2(e)(1) and 101230(c)(1). Supervision shall include visual observation.
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The requirement is not met as evidenced by Analysts observed an infant child alone strapped in a care seat in the facility office. Child was removed when analysts were escorted to the office. The child was removed by the parent/staff member and picked up approximately one hours after analysts arrival. This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Type A
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Limitations on Capacity and Ambulatory Status
A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation.

The requirement is not met as evidenced by
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an infant child on site in the care of a staff member/parent. Child was present for approximately one hour. The facility does not have an infant license. This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Timothy FieldsTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MARINA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002033
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
03/04/2020
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General Sanitation:
Carpeted floors and large throw rugs that cannot be washed shall be vacuumed at least daily and cleaned at least every six months, or more often if necessary.

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Rugs as well as the large pillow in the toddler one classroom were dirty and in need of cleaning. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Type B
02/26/2020
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Sign In and Sign Out:
The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out.

The requirement is not met as evidenced by Sign in sheets were missing six children.
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This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Timothy FieldsTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: MARINA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198002033
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
Section Number
DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
02/26/2020
Section Cited

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On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child 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
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reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. The requirement is not met as evidenced by mandated reporter training was not completed by all staff. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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.
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The requirement is not met as evidenced by all staff did not have a record of required vaccinations. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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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: Trevino CochranTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Timothy FieldsTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3431
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/19/2020
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