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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOLLicense 304370486
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 07/10/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Karen Navar conducted an on site inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and Jarnail Mudan toured the facility inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Census was taken in individual classrooms. The overall census observed was 4 preschool staff and 21 preschool children. Facility hours are 7AM-6PM Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. Food is provided by parents. Facility has extra snacks available if needed. Food is properly stored. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. Children bring drinking water from home and facility has water fountains available. Water bottles are labeled with child’s name. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, and bedding is stored individually provided by facility and is washed weekly. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months 4/15/2025. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Continue to page 2 Page 2 5 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date. Health screening and immunization as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff were reviewed and in compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years.5 staff members certificates were reviewed and in compliance. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 03/2027 5 children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete, and current record for each child. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material surrounding the play structure and other similar equipment is made from wood chips and appeared to be enough to absorb falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by the means of a drinking fountain. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Continue to page 3 Page 3 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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 Transfer Request (LIC9182). The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov the director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Facility represenative stated they do not provide infant care. LPA reviewed safe sleep information with facility representative for information purposes. NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials · Always place infants on their backs for sleeping · Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress · Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib · Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard · Pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them · Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping · The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold Continue to page 4. Page 4 Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The director was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. An Inspection and exit interview were completed with Marie, Austriaco. The report was reviewed and discussed. The facility representative was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. End or report.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the July 10, 2025 inspection of FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL on July 10, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL on July 10, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

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

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