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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750015
Report Date: 08/15/2024
Date Signed: 08/15/2024 12:32:51 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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:LANCASTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197750015
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LALANIE HERATHFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:933 NEWGROVE AVETELEPHONE:
(661) 723-0026
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93534
CAPACITY: 63TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 63CENSUS: 7DATE:
08/15/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:45 AM
MET WITH:Director Lalanie HerathTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:50 PM
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On 8/15/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Pittman arrived at the facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA was met by Lead Teacher Melissa Bautista and permitted to enter the facility. The Director guided the LPA on a tour of the facility in accordance with the facility sketch. During the inspection, LPA observed 7 children and 2 staff providing care and supervision. Facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm.

Facility consists of a total of 12 rooms/areas: three classrooms, one office, one kitchen, one staff office, one staff restroom, three children’s restroom, and two outdoor play areas. There is a toddler component attached to the preschool license.

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Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed sign-in sheets completed by each parent/guardian per requirements in the sign-in sheet. LPA observed individual storage for children's belongings. Children are provided filtered water from a large container dispensed in individual water bottles. The outlets have a special sliding outlet cover making the outlets inaccessible. The blinds’ cords are all up out of reach from the children in care. An isolation area was inspected and located in the office near a separate staff restroom. The calming area was inspected and located in the circle room. Children are provided napping and age appropriate and individual bedding were observed; the facility has 20 mats and 6 cots. Standard size sinks and toilets were made accessible with step stools and inspected for availability and good repair. Toilets flushed properly; toilet and sinks are reachable by the children. Each restroom has adequate toilet paper, hand soap, and paper towels available. Restrooms are cleaned, restocked with toiletries, and sanitized by on-site staff.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/15/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANCASTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750015
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers were observed and in operable condition and are operating according to Fire Marshall standards. The facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and were tested at 9:42am and 9:41am, respectively. LPA observed the first aid kit and it was found to be complete with the following supplies including tweezers, scissors, gauze, adhesive tape, bandages, cleansing pad/solution, thermometer, and a first aid manual. Trash cans with tight lids were observed making solid wastes inaccessible to children in care. Cleaning supplies, hazardous materials, and/or poisons are found to be out of the reach of children and locked in the staff restroom. The facility does not provide transportation. There is no smoking on the premises. There are no weapons, firearms, ammunition on site; LPA did not observe any of the above.

Emergency Drills are conducted at least every six months and the last drills were conducted and documented on 6/26/2024 at 10:05am for the drills. The fire extinguisher (3A40BC) is reading in green and meets the Fire Marshal Codes and Standards (last serviced 4/5/2024). Menus were posted; however, they were not dated nor a week in advance, technical assistance was provided and the Director printed and posted the menus at least a week in advanced, dated, and in sight of parents to review immediately. Daily activity schedules are posted showing meal/snack times, nap time (if given), and specific activities. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted accessible to parents. Food allergies are noted and are posted in the kitchen and in the children’s files. There is no outside food allowed. The center provides meals: two snacks and food from home is brought and properly labeled.

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The outdoor play area was inspected and observed to be free of hazards, loose, or sharp objects. Equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. LPA observed climbing structures and other play equipment were found to be securely anchored with adequate, resilient, cushioning material underneath and around the perimeter. Children are provided filtered water via a large container dispensed in individual drinking bottles during outdoor play. There is adequate shaded area for rest. The playground is well-fenced, all around and no bodies of water were observed in the outdoor play area.

Facility maintains an adequate teacher-child ratio. Care and supervision were evaluated and determined basic needs of children are appropriate and are being met.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANCASTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750015
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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Children's records were reviewed for completeness. LIC 702- Preadmission Health History, LIC 700- Identification & Emergency contact, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 613A- Personal rights, LIC 995- Parent’s Rights, and LIC 701- Physician Reports or similar documents used by the facility; Immunization Records and CDPH 286 are all in the children's file.

The facility roster was up to date and all staff have been fingerprinted and association to the designated license number. Personnel records were reviewed for completeness. Personnel records included immunizations, technical assistance was provided for the MMR vaccine missing for Staff 1, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. Director and teachers are currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid, expiring in 2/2026. Child Care Providers (AB1207) Mandated Reporter training certificate has expired for Staff 1 in 1/2024, this is a Type B violation, see the LIC 809D for the details. The facility maintains insurance on the facility through provider: Republican Indemnity Insurance, expiring 8/2025.

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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the facility representative 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANCASTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750015
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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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 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.

All staff are required to take 3-hour Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training (AB1207) every 2 years. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com. Staff is aware that all staff are mandated child abuse reporters and have the responsibility of reporting any suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot-line at (800) 540-4000.


For additional information and forms visit our website at: www.cdss.ca.gov

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information on the communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANCASTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750015
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024
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For updates on Community Care Licensing, please visit the following website at: Childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or call at (916) 654-1541.

A copy of this report must be made available to the public for 3 years.

Per Title 22 Regulations, this facility is not in compliance, one Type B Deficiency has been cited. Please, see the LIC 809D for the citations.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Lalanie Herath and a copy of this Report, a Notice of Site Visit, and Appeal Rights were provided on this day.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2024
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Created By: Andrea Pittman On 08/15/2024 at 12:03 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
, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: LANCASTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197750015

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having Staff 1 renew their Mandated Reporter Training before expiring which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/29/2024
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The Director plans to text/email a copy of the certificate no later than 8/29/2024.
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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:Mariela Ramon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Andrea Pittman
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/15/2024


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