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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198017139
Report Date: 08/12/2026
Date Signed: 08/12/2026 11:58:58 AM

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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:ST. JAMES' PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
198017139
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KATARINA MATOLEKFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:625 S. GRAMERCY PLACETELEPHONE:
(213) 382-2315
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90005
CAPACITY: 60TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 35CENSUS: 22DATE:
08/12/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Director Laura PetersonTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:15 PM
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On Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 9:30 , Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) C. Nguyen and N. Tcheng conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Director Laura Peterson who guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. Per Director, this is a preschool program that serves children ages 2-6 years with a toddler component starting at 24 months and consists of 3 classrooms and operates Monday - Friday from 8:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Per the Director, there are 35 children enrolled. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared: 22 children and 7 staff.

· Butterfly 1: 7 children and 2 staff


· Butterfly 2: 5 children and 2 staff
· Dolphin 1: 6 children and 3 staff
· Per Director, Dolphin 2 classroom is not in use due to low enrollment

All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Per Director, there is a security guard at the front gate of the office, who notifies the teachers that parents and children are here and are then brought in. Sign-in-sheets also takes place at the front gate which were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Students have access to the classrooms, restrooms (in each classroom), library, and outdoor play area. The director stated no firearms, weapons, poisons nor bodies of water are located on the premises, and LPAs did not observe any of the above-mentioned.

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Katrina Chicote
Caroline Nguyen
DATE: 08/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/12/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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: ST. JAMES' PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017139
VISIT DATE: 08/12/2026
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The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A) Menu (weekly), Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148), Child Passenger System Poster (PUB 269), and Daily Schedule.

LPAs entered the classrooms and observed furniture, manipulatives, toys, games, and books made accessible to the children to be age-appropriate and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPAs observed each classroom has a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. Children bring their own water bottles and bottles get refilled as needed via filtered water dispenser from teacher’s breakroom which teachers fill in each filtered water pitcher. Napping equipment was observed in the form of mats and director stated blankets are brought from home and washed at the facility every week (Friday). Licensing staff observed step trash bins with a tight-fitting lid inside the classrooms. Each classroom has their own restroom with 1 toliet/1sink and were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. During time of inspection, LPAs observed cleaning solutions stored in the classroom’s restroom top cabinets with a child-safety lock in place, making them inaccessible for children to reach and open. The Director’s office has been designated as the isolation area and there is a restroom next to her office that the ill child will utilize.

Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPAs. LPAs observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPAs observed the thermostats located in the classrooms and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LPAs observed the fire extinguishers in the classroom and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged Smoke detectors were not tested on this visit due to the alarms being hard wired to the system. Carbon monoxide detectors were operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 6/1/2026. First aid kit supplies are kept inside each of the classrooms and LPAs observed the kit to be fully equipped.

Outdoor play was observed to be fully fenced and equipment was inspected for safety, free of sharp, loose pointed parts, good repair, and age appropriateness. Per Director, there is staggered play schedule and classrooms are separated via the fence which LPA observed. There are plants that are also maintained and benches/tables for children to use. There is also a bike lane for children to ride tricycles on the Butterfly side of the classroom and play yard. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and other equipment are cushioned with material (turf). Drinking water is readily available outdoors via water pitcher. There are also 2 handwashing stations and adequate shade in the play yard via shade sails.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
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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: ST. JAMES' PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017139
VISIT DATE: 08/12/2026
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Per Director, the kitchen is inaccessible to children and behind a closed door. The children eat morning/afternoon snacks, and lunch which are brought from home by the children's parents. LPAs informed Director that any food brought from the children's homes shall have the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. The kitchen was observed to have cleaning compounds which are inaccessible. LPAs observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on. Laundry area is inside the kitchen and adjacent to the kitchen is the teacher’s break room which is inaccessible to children. Director stated that they currently do not have any children on medication or severe food allergies.

LPAs reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files, staff files, and sign in/out sheets and were all complete.

LPAs observed Director’s American Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification and expires 07/2028 and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training and expires 07/06/2028. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Director 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.

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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. 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.).

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
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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: ST. JAMES' PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017139
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LPAs verified that the lead testing was not need to be completed because the building was constructed 2012 in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPAs referred licensee to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information

LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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. LPAs also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for and removing any 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.

The facility provides Incidental Medical Services-IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and (equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22- 02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee 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.

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 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.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
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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: ST. JAMES' PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 198017139
VISIT DATE: 08/12/2026
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At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Appeal rights were given.



Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Laura Petersen.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/12/2026
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