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ENCHANTED CASTLE PASADENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
License #198019029 · Los Angeles, CA
Routine inspection (3-year) · January 26, 2026
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On 1/26/26 at 11:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced required annual inspection. Upon arrival, met with Director Cassandra Douglas, who led LPA on a tour. This is a preschool program located on church property. There were 22 children and 4 staff present during today’s visit. There are currently 31 children enrolled. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm.
All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The preschool consist of 3 classrooms and 3 bathrooms, and 1 play yard. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under active/visual supervision of a teacher during the tour.
Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children are not within a child’s reach. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Napping equipment cots and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness
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Per director, linens are washed weekly by parents. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. Age-appropriate toys and materials were available in each classroom for children.
All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water is available through filtered Brita jugs. Director's office or secluded classroom space are used as the sick area for an ill child to rest.
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Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted on the parent boards in each classroom. Per director, facility provides am/pm snacks and lunches are provided by parents. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.
Licensing staff observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 9/04/25
on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has combo smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that are hard wired and unable to test. Director
stated there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The last Disaster drill was conducted in 10/8/25.
Licensing staff observed the outdoor play area. The playgrounds equipment was inspected for safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There are 2 plastic play structures, a crawling play tunnel, see saws, trikes and other age appropriate equipment for children to use. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors through water bottles.
Sign in and out is conducted through the Brightwheel app. Teachers use Brightwheel to communicate with families and parents. A children’s roster was available for review. Staff records and children’s records were reviewed and documented on LIC857 and LIC859. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. 2 children are missing signed parents right LIC995. A technical violation is being issued, see page LIC9102.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is currently being provided. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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Facility has IMS for child with prescription medication. Medication is stored properly. Triamcinolone Acetonide exp 10/10/26.
Facility 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.
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. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the
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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).
Facility completed water lead re-testing on 8/2025 and had no exceedances. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead:
Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information
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Grant funding may be available for testing and remediation of lead to the Child Care Centers that qualify. State Water Board Grant Program link was texted to Director for eligibility and application. To make a determination of eligibility, refer to PIN 21-04-CCP. For Lead Testing and Prevention Information, including additional resources please visit
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information
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Teacher 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.
Based on licensing staff observations, a technical violation is being issued. Violations need to be cleared to help protect the children’s health and safety.
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.
Exit interview conducted, report was reviewed, and appeal rights were given to Director Cassandra Douglas.
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