340303488-3-27-2024-03-CC-ASUR-D3S2BS-20240327171538

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 340303488
Report Date: 03/27/2024
Date Signed: 03/27/2024 05:15:48 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/27/2024 05:15 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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME:	DISCOVERY MONTESSORI		FACILITY NUMBER:	340303488
ADMINISTRATOR:	DENISE HALFACRE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	5613 G STREET		TELEPHONE:	(916) 739-1462
CITY:	SACRAMENTO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95819
CAPACITY: 24	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 24	CENSUS: 9	DATE:	03/27/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:30 PM
MET WITH:	Denise Halfare		TIME COMPLETED:	05:30 PM

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On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amanda Sutter met Director Denise Halfacre for the purpose of an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA observed 9 children supervised by three staff. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM.

LPA toured classroom space, restrooms, kitchen, and outdoor play area. LPA did not observe any documents posted. Director stated that the facility was recently painted and the bulletin board was taken down and they would like to move it but they are not sure where yet. LPA asked when the facility was painted and director stated that it had been about a month. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The provides AM and PM snack.

LPA observed trash bins with tight fitted lids. LPA observed the facility’s electronic sign in and out system and facility roster. Facility has record of conducting fire drills at least every six months. The last fire drill was conducted on October 9, 2024. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, and bark is present under the equipment to provide sufficient cushioning. There are sufficient equipment and toys, and shaded areas are supplied by awnings and trees. Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed water bottles for the children, and director stated that bottles are filled using a Brita pitcher inside the facility and drinking fountains outside the facility.

Two staff and four children's records were reviewed. Children’s files were observed to be complete. One staff file observed did not have immunization records. There is at least one staff member present with a current CPR certificate. PAGE 1. REPORT CONTINUES ON LIC809-C

SUPERVISORS NAME: Seychelle De Luca
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/27/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/27/2024

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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY MONTESSORI	FACILITY NUMBER: 340303488
	VISIT DATE: 03/27/2024

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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.

For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Seychelle De Luca
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/27/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/27/2024

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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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY MONTESSORI	FACILITY NUMBER: 340303488
	VISIT DATE: 03/27/2024

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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.

During today’s inspection, two Type B deficiencies was observed. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Denise Halfacre. Appeal rights were provided.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Seychelle De Luca
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/27/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/27/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 03/27/2024 05:15 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Amanda Sutter On 03/27/2024 at 04:50 PM

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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
, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: DISCOVERY MONTESSORI	FACILITY NUMBER: 340303488
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/27/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101160(a)

Posting of License

(a) The license shall be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible location in the center. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, no required documents are posted in the facility, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/26/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will send LPA proof of posted documents by date listed above.

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 2 personnel files reviewed, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 04/26/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will submit proof of staff immunizations to LPA by date listed above

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:

Seychelle De Luca

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Amanda Sutter

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/27/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/27/2024

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