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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364845662
Report Date: 06/09/2023
Date Signed: 06/09/2023 06:13:26 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME:BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
364845662
ADMINISTRATOR:ARMENDARIZ,STEPHANIEFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:965 E. 6TH STREETTELEPHONE:
(909) 608-0288
CITY:ONTARIOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91764
CAPACITY: 53TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 53CENSUS: 28DATE:
06/09/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:45 PM
MET WITH:Stephanie ArmendarizTIME COMPLETED:
06:35 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPA), Aman Sharma conducted a required annual inspection. LPA was met with site director, Stephanie Armendariz. An inside out tour of the facility was given, and the following was observed and/or noted:
A review of staff and children's records were reviewed as part of this evaluation.
· The licensee/director is asked to update the following documents, if applicable, and submit to licensing within 30 days:
1. LIC 500 Personnel Report
2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan
3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made)
4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization
· LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility
The following items have been posted and are updated where necessary:
- License
- Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148)
- Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393)
- Personal Rights (LIC613A)
- Child Car Seat Law
-See something, say something poster
- Food menu.
· The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license.
· Ratios were met during this inspection
· Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and are free of hazards.
· There are no weapons present at the facility
SUPERVISORS NAME: Kimberly Williams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aman Sharma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/09/2023
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, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845662
VISIT DATE: 06/09/2023
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·There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· Children bring their own water bottles to utilize in both, indoor and outdoor activity spaces.
· Uncontaminated drinking water was observed and is used to refill water bottles, as needed
· No medications are being used at the facility.
· Hazards are also stored where they were accessible to children. These include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children in care. -SEE LIC809D
· Poisons and toxins are locked.
· All floors were observed clean and safe and shall remain so at all times.
· Restrooms were observed to be, sanitary and in operating condition
· Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fences and had 3 unsafe climbing structures/ plastic playhouses that were advised to remove. -SEE LIC809D.
· Outdoor activity areas are in good condition and supplied with age/size appropriate equipment.
· Food preparation area is clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin
· Food is stored appropriately and protected from contamination
· All storage containers for solid waste, have tight-fitting covers that were in good repair.
· Menus were posted with date included and were placed in a visible location of children’s authorized representatives. Menus shall be kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request.
· The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.
· Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements.
· All staff members present had a current Pediatric CPR/First Aid on file and expire on 04/2024.
· Director completed Health and Safety Training, which is on file.
· A review of children’s records was conducted, and records were found to be complete during this inspection.
· A review of staff records indicates staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position they were hired. -SEE LIC809D
· Disaster drills are to be conducted every six months – last drill was conducted on 06/06/23
· The Director was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov
SUPERVISORS NAME: Kimberly Williams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aman Sharma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/09/2023
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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, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845662
VISIT DATE: 06/09/2023
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·A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.
·The Director can submit transfer forms to associate or disassociate someone from their facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov

- This facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed where storage of medication and equipment/supplies would be, and discussed children’s, personnel, and administrative records to be completed as needed. 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

- Director 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.

- Go to the licensing webpage www.ccld.ca.gov, and click on the “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above the Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.

- To access on-line Licensing forms & Regulations for a Child Care Center please visit: www.ccld.ca.gov.

- The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:


1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the site director, Stephanie Armendariz.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Kimberly Williams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Aman Sharma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/09/2023
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Created By: Aman Sharma On 06/09/2023 at 05:19 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845662

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/09/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Deficiency Dismissed
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101238(g)
Buildings and Grounds
(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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LPA observed dish soap in the bathroom of Room#1 on top of the paper towel dispenser. In Room #4's bathroom, there were chemicals under the boys' sink behind a latched door. Some chemicals included: Lysol disinfectant spray, Lysol toilet bowl cleaner, multiple disinfectant sprays, a big plastic bag, etc. All items have KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN listed on them. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/12/2023
Plan of Correction
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Director agrees to put these cleaners in an off-limit area of the center, in a locked cabinet.
Deficiency Dismissed
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101239(o)(1)
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
(o) Playground equipment shall be securely anchored to the ground unless it is portable by design. (1) Equipment shall be maintained in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the center did not comply with the section cited above. Three playing structures were worn down and had cracks in them that were exposed and easily accessible to children while they play outside. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/12/2023
Plan of Correction
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The center agrees to dispose of all three play structures that are cracked by POC due date.
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:Kimberly Williams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Aman Sharma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/09/2023


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Created By: Aman Sharma On 06/09/2023 at 05:19 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 3737 MAIN ST., SUITE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 364845662

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/09/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216.1(c)(1)
Teacher Qualifications and Duties
(c) To be a fully qualified teacher, a teacher shall have one of the following: (1) Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the center did not comply with the section cited above. 1 out of 6 teachers did not have the appropriate credentials as listed in the regulations. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/07/2023
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Director agrees to submit some form of proof of enrollment into an accredited program for the staff mentioned above, to licensing no later than the POC due date.
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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:Kimberly Williams
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Aman Sharma
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/09/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/09/2023


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