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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT COPPER HILLLicense 1977500762 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On July 1, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Calloway made an unannounced inspection to the above facility for the purpose of conducting an Annual Random inspection. LPA met with facility representative who granted access. LPA and representative toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed seven infants, three active and four napping and four staff. The facility operates from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Monday-Friday. There is half day classrooms offered (Mon-Friday 7-12:30 PM. All employees have a Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI) and Child Abuse Index Clearance and are associated to the facility. Physical Plant: There are two clean and safe classroom(s), Classroom #8 was observed empty. Representative stated, it was due to low enrollment. The age groups of the children were 0- 18 months old. The telephone service, heating, ventilation, and lighting are adequate. The schedule and activities were posted. There are cubbies for children's belongings that are labeled with the children\342\200\231s names and pictures in each classroom. The furniture, books, equipment, toys, and materials were age appropriate. There were activity rugs inside the room for play. Per representative, the rugs are vacuumed daily and cleaned once a month. The drinking water is available inside the classrooms in the form of filtered water dispensers and pitchers and labeled cups. First Aid Kits were observed in each classroom in a red backpack. There is an Emergency Survival Kit kept in the employee breakroom it was observed sealed. Per representative, the fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are operable. Trash cans have secure lids. The temperature inside each classroom was comfortable. There was a refrigerator/freezer that was functioning properly inside the classroom inside the bottles were labeled. There was a sink and dishwasher. LPA observed two cribs in each classroom and floor beds according to the waiver with fitted sheets for napping and enough for all children. Per representative, the bedding is washed daily, the diapers, formula, and wipes are supplied by the parents. LPA observed the signed permission for the floor beds in the children\342\200\231s files under the Safe Sleep Policy. Bathrooms: There were one toilet, one potty seat, and one hand washing sink inside the bathroom and one hand washing sink outside the bathroom that are functioning properly. There were two changing tables, diapers, and wipes. LPA did not observe any accessible hazards. There was soap, toilet paper, and paper towels readily available. The staff restrooms are in the infant play yard outside of the classroom. Outside: Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and is age appropriate. LPA observed one play yard with two small Little Tikes slides, play equipment, and a small bench for sitting with a canopy for shade. There is concrete and artificial grass area for active play. The playground was observed to be free of debris. Drinking water is available in the form of a portable water pitcher and labeled cups. Per representative, there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. There was a storage shed that was observed locked. The fencing is iron, observed locked and is secure around the entire playground. Other Review: Children and staff files were reviewed. Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid (expires 2/2026). Transportation is not provided. Disaster Drills: Fire Drill was conducted: 6/18/25 Earthquake drill was conducted: 5/21/25, Lockdown drill was conducted 4/23/25: Per representative, the last fire inspection was conducted 3/31/2025. The Child/Parent Roster was complete with all required information. The Staff/Child ratios were observed to be compliant; the sign in/out sheets were digital/electronic. Per representative, the children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the site supervisor's office until the parent can pick up the child. Per representative, the medications are stored in the office, locked. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The management staff administers medication and documents the dosage, date, and time onto a log. Medication is taken home by parents daily or stored in the office, locked. Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. The following was discussed with the representative: Facility representative was reminded to access the CCLD Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov . to obtain information about the most recent regulatory changes and the Quarterly Updates. 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. 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/ . 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 childcare 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). Or LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Lead Poisoning: For more information, go to the California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch\342\200\231s website at www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/clppb,or call them at (510) 620-5600. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with 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 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. State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, bassinettes or any other items that fall into that category. All infants are sleeping on their backs unless specified with LIC 9227 form and no blankets, toys, or pacifiers attached. Conduct 15-minute nap monitoring and napping log is kept daily. Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare 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 . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/ subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Reminder: The CCLD On Duty Worker is available: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, at (661) 202-3318 for questions, information, and Unusual Incident Reporting. Once the incident is reported within twenty-four (24) hours via telephone, follow up with a written report within seven days via email to unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov or via fax (661) 202-3810. There is one Type B deficiency cited during this inspection and Technical Advisory. See LIC 809D attached to this report. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was read, a Notice of Site Visit, this report, and Appeal Rights were provided to Angelee Oster, Facility Representative. A Notice of Site Visit must remain posted for thirty (30) consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting will result in a $100 civil pen

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 1, 2025 inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT COPPER HILL?

This was a other inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT COPPER HILL on July 1, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT COPPER HILL on July 1, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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