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25 | On August 23, 2024 at approximately 8:35am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Catrina Quimbo and Zeynep Basak, conducted an unannounced, case management visit. LPAs met with principal, Cristina Haley, and lead teacher, Hiromi Mead, and explained the purpose of the visit. No enrolled children were present during visit.
Preschool program operates at North Shoreview Montessori Elementary School in classroom #20. Preschool requested to add classroom #1 and outdoor area (with play structure) located directly outside classroom #1. Fire clearance was obtained August 6, 2024.
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:30am to 3:00pm. LPAs inspected classroom #1 and outdoor area for health and safety hazards, and measured spaces to verify capacity.
Indoors: Classroom #1 was measured for 827.76 sq. ft. allowing for a capacity of 23 children. Preschool program operates as a Montessori program. LPAs observed classroom to include a variety of Montessori materials that are in good condition. Classroom is separated into sections for sensorial, language, practical life, and motor development. LPAs observed classroom be clean, equipped with age appropriate materials. Flooring in classroom includes a new carpet, free of stains.
Classroom is equipped with a fire alarm implemented by school district. Per principal, smoke detectors in classroom are dual smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. LPAs advised a separate carbon monoxide detector to be installed. Classroom is equipped with an emergency backpack, emergency materials and a fully stocked first aid kit. LPAs observed garbage bins in classroom to have a tight fitting lid.
Classroom also includes an exclusive restroom for preschool children's use with two toilets and two sinks. There is also an additional sink in the classroom accessible to children. Total allowable capacity for sinks is 45 children. Total allowable capacity for toilets is 30 children.
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