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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

KEYSTONE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOLLicense 1980184051 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

08/23/22 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fabiola Vasquez conducted a Case Management Deficiencies Inspection to address deficiencies observed during today’s inspection. Upon arrival LPA meet with Katrina Torrez, Teacher in room 112 who was supervising 13 children at 8:45 AM., One child arrived, at 9:00 AM., second child arrive, at 9:04 AM., third child arrived at 9:05 AM., Staff # 2 (S2) arrived at 9:02 AM., LPA observed S2 stepped out of the classroom leaving Ms Torres with 16 children. Owner director Bhagya Wijewardane. arrived at 9:15 AM. LPA observed 13 children being supervised by Teacher Ms. Torres. Three additional children arrived. Total children being supervised by one teacher was 16 children. The following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809 deficiencies page is being cited in accordance with CA code of Regulations Title 22. 101216.3 Teacher-Child Ratio . A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). Acknowledgement of Receipt (LIC 9224 form) must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent. Licensee was provided with a copy of the Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) Form during this visit. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview conducted with owner director Bhagya Wijewardane, during which appeal rights were given and explained. A copy of the Appeal Rights was provided. END OF REPORT

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.

  • 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

  • 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.

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What happened during the August 23, 2022 inspection of KEYSTONE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL?

This was a other inspection of KEYSTONE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL on August 23, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to KEYSTONE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL on August 23, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being..."

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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