Routine inspection·April 23, 2025

On 04/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx met with Licensee, Eliza Reed, for the purpose of conducting an unannounced annual inspection. During the inspection LPA observed a census of 14 children in care being supervised by the licensee and two assistants. Ages of children were verified to ensure capacity was adhered to. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 08:30AM to 12:00PM following the California Montessori Project School Calendar. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include: entire upstairs, crawl space/basement, decking, yard other than fenced in play area. Licensee understands that children may never enter off-limit areas. LPA observed off-limit areas of the home were inaccessible by fencing, locked/closed doors, and supervision. LPA observed a working telephone, smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPA observed home was safe, sanitary, and orderly. LPA observed that hazardous items: detergents, cleaning compounds, medication, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care, are properly stored out of children's reach. LPA observed stairs are barricaded. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys, equipment, and materials available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed supervision and personal rights requirements being followed. Licensee stated there are no firearms on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock. There is a spa/hot tub on the off-limits deck which is inaccessible to children by a hard top cover in good repair and locked on all four sides. LPA observed a seasonal pond in the off-limits yard that is inaccessible to children by 5 foot wired fencing with wooden stabilizing polls. LPA observed the fencing meets the requirements for bodies of water, however the gate did not meet the requirements of being 5 feet tall, outward swinging, with a self latching lockable device. LPA determined the facility out of compliance. LPA reviewed records for facility, licensee/staff, and children. LPA observed all required postings were posted and visible to authorized representatives. LPA observed a children's roster and a fire drill log being maintained; the last fire drill was conducted 11/2024. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files and verified all files were complete with the required licensing forms including LIC9224. LPA verified licensee and assistant files were complete; Licensee has EMSA approved pediatric CPR/First Aid training, expiring 06/2026 and Mandated Reporter Training, expiring 08/2025. Licensee understands both CPR and mandated reporter training must be completed every two years. Licensee does not provide care for infants at this time. CCLD Safe Sleep webpage : https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep . LPA informed licensee 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. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. This facility does not currently have any children with medication. 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 . One type A Title 22 Deficiency is being cited on the 809 D page. Licensee was informed that this report dated 04/23/2025 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. The Licensee shall also provide a copy of this licensing report to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Licensee has been provided with appeal rights. During the exit interview, the licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee. Appeal Rights were provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.