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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 380505730
Report Date: 04/12/2024
Date Signed: 04/12/2024 11:07:28 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/12/2024 11:07 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME:MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
380505730
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		VASI THATHIAHFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1550 EDDY STREETTELEPHONE:
(415) 292-7970
CITY:SAN FRANCISCOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94115
CAPACITY: 48TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 48CENSUS: 8DATE:
04/12/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:50 AM
MET WITH:Director, Vasi ThathiahTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
11:20 AM
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On 4/12/2024, at approximately 8:40AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonathan Tse conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility. LPA met with Director Vasi Thathiah (D1). LPA explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit was Director, two teachers, and eight preschool age children. The facility operates with a toddler component. The facility is in compliance with staffing and ratio requirements on this day.

LPA inspected the facility for any health and safety hazards. The facility is equipped with a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher. There are two carbon monoxide detectors that are operational. LPA observed emergency exit routes to be posted in each classroom. There is a first aid kit that was observed to be fully equipped with all materials necessary for the administration of first aid. Electrical outlets are covered or obstructed by furniture when not in use to be inaccessible to children.

LPA observed age-appropriate toys and learning materials to be present in the classrooms. Furniture is age-appropriate and free of sharp or rough edges. LPA observed waste bins to be fitted with tight-fitted lids. The facility provides mats for children to nap on. Children bring bedding from home and take them home once a week for cleaning. Children bring lunch from home and snacks are offered by the facility. Children bring water bottles from home, and they are refilled from a non-contaminating fixture at the facility. Per D1, there currently no children enrolled with food allergies. LPA observed a cabinet in Classroom 4 to contain a secure container that is used to store medications as needed.

LPA observed the outdoor play area to be free of debris and other loose articles. There are age-appropriate toys and equipment for children in care. There is a play structure intended for children from the age of two to five. The play structure is secured by resilient padding in the form of rubber mats. The outdoor play area is enclosed by a fence. There are no pools or other bodies of water present in the facility.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ali Zebila
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonathan Tse
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/12/2024
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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 380505730
VISIT DATE: 04/12/2024
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LPA reviewed three staff files, five children’s files, and facility records. LPA observed there to be at least one staff member with current First Aid/CPR training that expires 1/2025. All staff members present have current Mandated Reporter Training. LPA observed all children’s files to be complete. Upon entry to the facility, LPA observed that the California Passenger Child Safety Law (PUB269) was not posted. LPA informed D1 of requirement to post PUB269. D1 printed out and posted the form during the visit. See LIC9102-TV for technical violation issued today. All other required postings were observed to be visible and accessible for review.

The facility had tested for lead and had an exceedance of lead in a sink (Fixture A). LPA discussed options for remediation with D1. Per D1, the facility is planning on replacing the sink. LPA requested that D1 keep LPA updated with information regarding plans to replace the fixture. D1 agreed.

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.

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.

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. 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).

LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ali Zebila
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonathan Tse
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/12/2024
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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
SAN BRUNO CC RO, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BAY AREA, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 380505730
VISIT DATE: 04/12/2024
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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 licensee [or 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.

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.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit on 4/12/2024. See LIC9102-TV for technical violation issued today regarding required postings.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative, Vasi Thathiah.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ali Zebila
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonathan Tse
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/12/2024
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