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Keystone Montessori Preschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 53 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (562) 303-7273
- Address
- 7056 Washington Ave.
- Licensed since
Los Angeles County context
8,727*CCLD
Total facilities
2.5*CCLD
Avg citations
5.1*CCLD
Avg visits
1.3*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
21 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
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.
2025
- 101216.4(a)(2)Type B
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM WITH TODDLER COMPONENT
101216.4 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM WITH TODDLER COMPONENT(a)...(2)The toddler program shall be conducted in areas physically separate from those used by older or younger children...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as toddler and preschool children were observed in the same room, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101239.1(c)(1)Type B
101239.1 Napping Equipment (c)(1) Bedding shall not be shared by different children without first laundering the bedding.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as Staff #3 stated children have shared bedding, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101221(a)Type B
CHILD'S RECORDS
101221 Child's Records (a) A separate, complete and current record for each child is maintained in the child care center.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as Child #1 did not have any file or records at the facility, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238.4(d)Type B
STORAGE SPACE
Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the food storage area (closet) in Room 117 was observed to have bleach, hand soap, disinfectant wipes, toilet bowl cleaner, and cans of paint on the shelf and the door to the food storage closet to be unlocked, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 staff files reviewed to be missing proof of current mandated reporter training which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101239.1(c)(2)Type B
NAPPING EQUIPMENT
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in cots in the 2 preschool classrooms which are stacked with bedding on top of each cot and the bedding touches other bedding, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101227(a)(18)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPAs observed 2 pizza boxes on top of the pans and pot in the food storage closet. The top pizza box had an egg carton and a half filled yogurt container with a metal spoon inside the pizza box, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101227(a)(20)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPAs observed a cart in the food storage closet with 2 pans and a pot with dried food on them from a prior day which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101227(a)(6)Type B
FOOD SERVICE
Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the menu posted for parents is not current, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238(g)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs observed Lysol Disinfecting Wipes and Elmers Rubber Cement with a lid that was easy to open, in cabinets in the Toddler room which were accessible for children in care, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101174(d)Type B
DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY PLAN
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 disaster drills not conducted every 6 months, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101220(a)Type B
CHILD'S MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 of 7 children’s files reviewed to be missing the LIC 701 Physicians Report, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2024
- 1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type A
Criminal Record Clearance Requirements - Initial Clearance
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 staff without fingerprint clearance which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101238.2(d)(1)Type B
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SPACE
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 of 1 outdoor spaces with holes in the outdoor padding which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101229.1(b)Type B
SIGN IN AND SIGN OUT
Based on observation and record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 13 of 13 days of sign in/out sheets between 4/24/24 - 5/13/24 where at least one child on each day that was signed in but not signed out of the facility which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 101212(d)(1)(e)Type B
Reporting Requirements: Report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the Department's next working*** In addition, a written report containing th information.This requirement was not met as evidenced by During an interview with the director, statements were made that parent of C1 and C2 informed that the children had blisters inside their and on the hands. Director failed to self report to the department.This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care
- 101216.3(a)Type A
TEACHER-CHILD RATIO
(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Upon arrival LPA observed 13 children being supervised by Teacher Ms. Torres. Three additional children arrived. Total children being supervised by one teacher was 16 children.This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
- 101238(a)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitorsThis requirement was not met as evidenced byPer director, I noticed the carpet needs to be cleaned. I noticed sometimes the sinks needs to be cleaned. Its the teachers that use them all the time. LPA observed the bathrooms toilets in the rooms to have a yellow ring stains inside/outer part of the the toilets. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care
2021
- 101227(a)(8)Type B
Food Services (a) In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply:(8)...All foods shall be ...stored, prepared and served so as to be free from contamination and spoilage and shall be fit for human consumption. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: LPA observed children's snack items, in dry storage room, Goldfish and Cheezits, to be opened from their original containers and not sealed nor labeled with expirations. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
- 101227(a)(19)Type B
FOOD SERVICE
Food Services (a) In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply: (19) All food shall be protected against contamination. Contaminated food shall be discarded immediately. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: LPA observed expired food in each chiild's Emergency bag. LPA also observed a non- working mini- refrigerator to have string cheeses, Go-Gurt, relish, lemonade, and mold inside, and accessible to children. This poses a potential health and safety risk to the children in care.
- 101238(a)Type B
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Buildings and Grounds: (a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Licensee did not secure fencing around outdoor play area. LPA observed an opening on left end side of the fencing, and 2 wood pieces barricading the opening, allowing for a 9 inch and 7 inch gap surrounding wood pieces. This poses a potential health and safety risk to the children in care.
Inspection record
12 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2025-06-23.
2 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits. 2 complaints on record, 5 of 2 substantiated.
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection9 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type A · 2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection3 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
21 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Whittier
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Keystone Montessori Preschool licensed in California?
Yes, Keystone Montessori Preschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2015.
How many citations does Keystone Montessori Preschool have?
Keystone Montessori Preschool has 21 citations on record: 2 Type A (more serious) and 19 Type B citations. It has received 12 visits (2 inspections, 3 complaint visits, 7 other visits).
When was Keystone Montessori Preschool last inspected?
Keystone Montessori Preschool was last inspected on June 23, 2025 (about 11 months ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Keystone Montessori Preschool?
Keystone Montessori Preschool is a Child Care Center (CCC), which is a facility-based program typically serving larger groups of children with multiple staff members with a licensed capacity of 53 children. It is located in Whittier, Los Angeles County, California.
How does Keystone Montessori Preschool compare to other daycares in Los Angeles County?
Keystone Montessori Preschool has 21 citations. The county average is 2.5 citations per facility. There are 8,727 licensed childcare facilities in Los Angeles County.
Does Keystone Montessori Preschool have any serious violations?
Keystone Montessori Preschool has 2 Type A citations on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to children. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has Keystone Montessori Preschool had any complaint inspections?
Keystone Montessori Preschool has received 3 complaint-triggered inspections. 5 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Keystone Montessori Preschool serve?
Keystone Montessori Preschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 53 children.
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