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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCHLicense 3043711421 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Quinto and Nunez conducted an unannounced case management visit. Census was taken and LPA observed a total of 31 preschool children and 7 staff members. A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks do not have criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. During a case management visit, LPAs discovered that an individual, Princessa Fleming does not have a criminal background clearance. According to the Director, Princessa Fleming has been working in the preschool classroom for approximately 1 month. The facility will be cited for Criminal Record violation, Type A for Princessa Fleming, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, Section 101170(e)(1) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (1) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department. See LIC 809D. This report cites a Type A violation and shall be provided to parents/guardians of children currently in enrolled and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Parents/guardians must sign Form LIC 9224 to be kept in each child's file. Exit interview was conducted. Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. Business Manager was informed that the notice of site visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100. Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE

    Criminal Record Clearance 101170(e)(1)(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record... shall prior to working...in a licensed facility:(1) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, staff Princesa Flemings was observed in the Children's House classroom 2 and did not have criminal record clearance.This poses an immediate safety risk to to children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 1, 2023 inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH?

This was a other inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH on May 1, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH on May 1, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Criminal Record Clearance 101170(e)(1)(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record... shall prior to working...in a ..."

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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