198018356-6-15-2021-33-CC-SLEE-C3ZTKD-20210615144747

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018356
Report Date: 06/15/2021
Date Signed: 06/15/2021 02:47:56 PM

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:	L.A. FIRST MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	198018356
ADMINISTRATOR:	CHOE, ESTHER INJA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	213 S. HOBART BLVD.		TELEPHONE:	(949) 233-4215
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90004
CAPACITY:	40	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	06/15/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:01 PM
MET WITH:	Esther Choe		TIME COMPLETED:	02:45 PM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seung Lee conducted an unannounced required inspection. Upon arrival LPA Lee met with Director, Esther Choe who guided analyst on tour of facility. This is a preschool program which consists of 2 classrooms.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. LPA Lee observed 12 children being cared for by Staff#1 and Staff#2 during the inspection.

PHYSICAL PLANT- Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Director (Licensee) states that poisons are locked in a separate room. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All toilets and hand washing sinks are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. All floors are clean and safe.

All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is readily available both indoors and outdoors. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents.

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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Guangorena Claudia	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Seung Lee	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3382
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/15/2021

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

FACILITY NAME: L.A. FIRST MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018356
	VISIT DATE: 06/15/2021

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Staff and children records were reviewed during the inspection. LPA Lee advised the Director to refer to the California Department of Health's guidance on child care centers to obtain the most updated information regarding safe and sanitary practices. Snack and meal menu was observed near the entrance of the facility. This facility serves AM snack, Lunch, and PM snacks.

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. Currently there are no children in care with IMS needs.

No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted with Director Pam Deem. A copy of this report and appeal rights were provided and explained.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Guangorena Claudia	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3417
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Seung Lee	TELEPHONE: (323) 981-3382
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/15/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/15/2021

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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