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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 380505730
Report Date: 03/20/2025
Date Signed: 03/20/2025 03:34:38 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/20/2025 03:34 PM - 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: 17CENSUS: 14DATE:
03/20/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:15 PM
MET WITH:Director, Vasi ThatiahTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:50 PM
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On 3/20/2025, at approximately 1:15PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonathan Tse conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility. LPA met with Director, Vasi Thatiah, and explained the purpose of the visit. Present during the visit was Director, four teachers, and 14 preschool age children. The facility is in compliance with staffing and ratio requirements on this day. This facility is located on the premises of the Fillmore Center and is a combination center, with an infant center (facility #384000667) located on the same premises.

LPA and Director inspected the facility for any health or safety hazards. There is a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher present. There are fire alarms and smoke detectors present throughout the facility. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector to be operational during the visit. Emergency exits are clearly labeled and visible. Emergency exit routes and disaster plans are posted throughout the facility. Poisons, cleaning detergents, and other chemicals are stored inaccessible to children in care.

LPA observed there to be age-appropriate toys and learning materials for children in care. Furniture is age-appropriate and free of rough or sharp edges. There are cubbies available for children’s storage that are labeled with each child’s name. Children nap on mats and bring bedding from home. Bedding is taken home once a week for cleaning. Per Director, lunch and snacks are brought from home, and the facility has extra snacks to offer children if needed. Children bring water bottles from home and the facility refills them from a non-contaminating fixture. The facility has extra cups available in case children do not bring their own bottle.

Per Director, there are currently no children present who require medications. A first aid kit was inspected and was observed to contain all required items, including bandages, tweezers, and scissors. Sinks and toilets were observed to be operational during the visit.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ali Zebila
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonathan Tse
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/20/2025
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: 03/20/2025
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LPA observed the outdoor play area to contain age-appropriate toys and equipment. There is a play structure that is cushioned with resilient padding. The play structure and other equipment were observed to be in good repair. The outdoor play area is enclosed by a fence that is at least four feet high. There are no swimming pools or other similar bodies of water present in the facility. There are no firearms or weapons stored in the facility.

LPA reviewed four staff files, five children’s files, and facility records. All staff members present have current Pediatric First Aid/CPR training and Mandated Reporter Training on file. Staff qualifications are available for review. LPA observed children’s files to be complete. Children are signed in and out via paper sign-in sheets located in the entrance of the facility. LPA verified that all children present have been signed in during the visit. All required postings were observed to be posted and accessible for review in the main hallway of the facility. The facility last conducted an emergency drill on 2/28/2025. Emergency drills are properly logged and documented. The facility roster was available for review.

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.





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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ali Zebila
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonathan Tse
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025
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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: 03/20/2025
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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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

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 3/20/2025. 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 Thatiah.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Ali Zebila
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonathan Tse
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/20/2025
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