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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198011204
Report Date: 02/26/2025
Date Signed: 02/26/2025 02:10:09 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	198011204
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	LAURIE SEGURA		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	211 E. ARROW HWY		TELEPHONE:	(909) 399-9222
CITY:	CLAREMONT	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91711
CAPACITY: 48	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0	CENSUS: 26	DATE:	02/26/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:15 AM
MET WITH:	Yolanda Mesa		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:20 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 02/26/2025, at 10:15 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced 3 year required inspection. Covid risk assessment was conducted. LPA entered facility through the main door that requires a code to enter. There are also censors throughout the classroom doors, the door existing into the play yard and exiting the main door of the facility. The facility is a house that has been converted into a childcare center. LPA met with Director, Yolanda Mena. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a preschool program licensed for 48 children, which operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The Director stated there are 32 children currently enrolled. LPA observed a total census of 26 children with 3 staff members including 2 interns who shadow qualified staff and are present 12.5 hours per week. LPA discussed that annual fees were showing past due, and the Director will be making the payment by credit card within the next few days. The following classrooms were inspected: Room 1 did not have any children in care and accommodates a combined age group of 2 to 6 years old. Room 2 had 9 children in care and accommodates a combined age group of 2 to 6 years old with 1 staff. Room 3 had 17 children in care and accommodates a combined age group of 2 to 6 years-old with 2 staff members. All staff members were fingerprint cleared. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children’s belongings and napping equipment was inspected and meet all regulatory requirements. Children bring their own bedding, which are sent home at the end of each week to be laundered. Availability of drinking water was reviewed and per Director the parents provide water from home and refills are available with a filtered water.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn Tuba
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Carolyn Tuba On 02/26/2025 at 12:59 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198011204
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/26/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101226(e)(1)(B)

Health-Related Services

(e) In centers where the licensee chooses to handle medications: (1) All prescription and nonprescription medications shall be centrally stored in accordance with the requirements specified below: (B) Each container shall have an unaltered label. 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 medication was not in the orignial box which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/26/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	LPA observed that medication was returned to parent during the visit. Director will ensure that when medication is brought back it will have child's name and directions and dosage.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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:

Katrina Chicote

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Carolyn Tuba

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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Created By: Carolyn Tuba On 02/26/2025 at 01:21 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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198011204
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/26/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 of of the 4 staff files were found to have expired Mandated Reporting Training Certificates which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/12/2025
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Director will send LPA copies of the 2 staff members updated Mandated Reporter certificates.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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:

Katrina Chicote

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Carolyn Tuba

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY NAME: INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198011204
	VISIT DATE: 02/26/2025

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Facility has a total of 4 toilets and 4 child size sinks. Classroom 1 has a changing table for children who are still potty training and a sink which is located arm’s length away from the changing table. Toys and surfaces are observed to be safe and clean. Staff restroom is available near the main entrance where parents sign-in and-out their child.

Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present in the facility, tested and found to be operable. Fire extinguishers were last serviced November 2023. Director stated that the Fire Marshall’s have been behind in servicing the extinguishers. Storage cabinets in classrooms were inspected and no hazardous items were found, cleaning items were located on the top shelves of each classroom and inaccessible to children in care. No poisonous cleaning compounds were found in the childcare center. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted and documented in January 2025. There is a First Aid kit available in the kitchen area; the supplies were inventoried and found to be in good condition. LPA suggested that surgical scissors should be in the first aid kit. Director stated a
new first aid kit will be purchased.

There is a back room that is used by the Director for administration and to meet with parents. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment. AM and PM snacks are served by the facility, lunch is provided by parents. Menu is posted in the main lobby of the facility. LPA observed parent board with all required documentation located in the main area of the facility.

LPA was informed that there is currently 1 child on medication and IMS documentation was reviewed and medication inventoried. LPA advised Director of procedures and medication which is currently stored in the kitchen area out of reach of children. LPA found that while there was a note for the medication, the original box was not available. Director will be returning the medication to the parent and have them bring the original box with the child’s name and directions.

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. There is currently 1 playground with play equipment and is surrounded by a wooden fence over 5 feet high. All areas around or under climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with wood chips. LPA observed a sandbox which is covered by a tarp. LPA advised that wood chips be raked and inspected every morning on the playground. (Technical Advisory was issued). There is adequate shade in the play yard with trees and

SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn Tuba
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY NAME: INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198011204
	VISIT DATE: 02/26/2025

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a wooden porch with picnic tables for eating or doing activities. There is a separate garden area surrounded by a chain link fence. There is enough play equipment for the children to use in the play yard.

Sign in and out sheets were found to be complete, and LPA advised Director that parents use full signatures.
LPA reviewed staff records and found that they were complete however 2 out of the 4 staff members had expired Mandated Reporter Training. Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid, educational requirements, immunization records and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed and found to be complete however staff had expired CPR/First Aid except for the Director which expires May 2025. LPA advised that it is best practice that the opening and closing staff should have current Pediatric CPR/First Aid EMSA approved.

Children’s records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file and were complete.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a childcare facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For

SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn Tuba
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY NAME: INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 198011204
	VISIT DATE: 02/26/2025

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additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records.

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.

Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

The deficiencies listed on the following page were observed by the LPA and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see the (2) attached LIC 809-Ds. The deficiencies are being cited needs to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Yolanda Mena.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn Tuba
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/26/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/26/2025

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