344500189-7-29-2021-53-CC-ASIA-C5DPU5-20210729113659

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 344500189
Report Date: 07/29/2021
Date Signed: 07/29/2021 11:37:03 AM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE 250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833

FACILITY NAME:	ART OF MONTESSORI		FACILITY NUMBER:	344500189
ADMINISTRATOR:	MENDOZA, CHRISTINE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	8930 SIERRA STREET		TELEPHONE:	(916) 686-5800
CITY:	ELK GROVE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95624
CAPACITY:	49	CENSUS: 31	DATE:	07/29/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:45 AM
MET WITH:	Christine Mendoza		TIME COMPLETED:	11:45 AM

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Silva met with Director, Christine Mendoza for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA observed 31 children and nine staff members. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

LPA toured all activity and classroom space, restrooms, kitchen, and an outdoor play area. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Emergency Disaster Plan, COVID-19 information, Personal Rights, Parents' Rights Poster, menus, and daily schedule. Cleaning disinfectants, hazardous items, and medications are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The food preparation space is free of litter and storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers. Program provides breakfast, morning and afternoon snacks, lunch and supper.

Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed labelled water cups in each classroom. LPA observed full legal signatures while reviewing the electronic sign in and sign out sheets using Brightwheel. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. There are shaded areas supplied by overhangs, and trees.

Report continues on 809-C.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Bettina Engelman	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5820
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amy Silva	TELEPHONE: (916) 926-9100
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/29/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/29/2021

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, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE 250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833

FACILITY NAME: ART OF MONTESSORI	FACILITY NUMBER: 344500189
	VISIT DATE: 07/29/2021

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Three staff and three children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency, a medical assessment and all other required documentation. At least one staff member employed has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (exp. 3/19/22). All staff currently employed with the facility have a criminal record clearance, health screening report, and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed a functional smoke detector that includes a carbon monoxide detector and voice-over and flashing lights. LPA observed a fire extinguisher in every classroom and in the kitchen area, that are serviced yearly. Emergency drills are conducted at least twice per year and documented. LPA reviewed the Department's inspection authority and discussed with designee any changes that may occur regarding the Director or an employee acting in the Director's absence must be reported to Department within ten working days.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/(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.

No Title 22 Deficiencies observed in the areas that were evaluated. This facility evaluation report was reviewed and discussed with Director. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and should remain posted for a period of 30 days for parental review.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Bettina Engelman	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5820
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amy Silva	TELEPHONE: (916) 926-9100
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/29/2021

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/29/2021

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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