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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198015360
Report Date: 06/23/2022
Date Signed: 06/23/2022 02:00:51 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/23/2022 02:00 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	BRIGHT KIDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY		FACILITY NUMBER:	198015360
ADMINISTRATOR:	RACHEL CORDOVA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	4434 SANTA ANITA AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(626) 350-1399
CITY:	EL MONTE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91731
CAPACITY:	42	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	06/23/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:00 AM
MET WITH:	Berenice Marin, Site Supervisor		TIME COMPLETED:	02:15 PM

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 06/23/2022 at 9:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced required inspection. A risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Site Supervisor, Berenice Marin, who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 42 children which operates Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM. Per the Site Supervisor there are 14 children enrolled. Upon arrival LPA was informed that facility was having a drive up graduation and children would be coming with their families throughout the day. Director Rachel Cordova arrived at 11:30 am. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Room # 1 and Room # 2 3 teachers no children present. Staff names were recorded. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. Furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. LPA observed sleeping arrangements in form of cots. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area. There is a mat available if needed. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill and staff are ensuring that children with obvious symptoms of illness are not being accepted. ------------------------------------------------ Pg. 1 of 4 ---------------------------------------------------------------

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez	TELEPHONE: (323) 854-5073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/23/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022

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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT KIDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015360
	VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022

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Snack 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, Breakfast, PM snack and lunch. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination, and LPA inspected that any contaminated food is discarded immediately. There is drinking water available in all indoor classrooms and drinking containers / jugs are taken outdoors. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Site Supervisor states that there are no poisons stored at the facility.

At 9:25 am LPA’s observed that there is smoke and carbon detectors in the facility and found them to be operable. The last drill documented was 6/17/2022.

Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

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.

Staff Records were reviewed. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed.

LPA issued a copy of the LIC 857 Children’s Records Review and the LIC 859 Staff Records Review to the licensee during this inspection.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez	TELEPHONE: (323) 854-5073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/23/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022

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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT KIDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015360
	VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022

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SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Manager and Administrator. The Site supervisor and her staff do currently have immunization documentation.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. At 10:00 am LPA observed that Medication for Child # 1 does not have the original Dr. label and no paperwork is on file. 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

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov

Facility representative- Director Rachel Cordova and Site Supervisor Berenice Marin 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.

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.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez	TELEPHONE: (323) 854-5073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/23/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022

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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 CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT KIDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015360
	VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022

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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/inspection-process

Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative-Director Rachel Cordova and Site Supervisor Berenice Marin.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez	TELEPHONE: (323) 854-5073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/23/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Document Has Been Signed on 06/23/2022 02:00 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT KIDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY	FACILITY NUMBER: 198015360
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 06/23/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101226(e)(1)(B)

Health-Related Services

(e) In centers where the licensee chooses to handle medications: (1) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be centrally stored in accordance with the requirements specified below: (B) Each container shall have an unaltered label. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Child # 1 medication Ventolin HFA does not have original doctor label which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/07/2022
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Per Director, they will have parents request label from doctor and place it with medication. Director will submit proof of correction via email by POC due date of 7/7/2022

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: Brandi VanOosten	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Roxana Lopez	TELEPHONE: (323) 854-5073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/23/2022

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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