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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCHLicense 3043711431 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 07/30/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cynthia Sun conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA and director 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 7 infant staff and 12 infants and 12 toddler children. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7a.m.- 6p.m., 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. AM and PM snacks are prepared on site; lunch is provided by parents. Food prep areas were clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents. Floors, equipment, and furniture were clean and were observed to be in good repair and free of sharp edges. There is drinking water available to children indoors by sports bottle with the child’s name on it. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cribs and cots/mats, and bedding is stored individually and is washed by facility at end of week. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. Facility met all posting requirement. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility. Page 1 of 4 Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 5 out of 5 staff files were reviewed. 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 home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for (licensee and assistants) were reviewed and within 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. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 06/2027. The director was informed that the Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508) has been updated, and the facility must now use the new form with revised date 7/15. Director was also informed that the LIC 508 must be submitted with all Criminal Background Clearance. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. LPA observed 16 of infants from 0-12 months. LPA observed and reviewed LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan in children’s files. 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 grass, around the climbing equipment, and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is provided by sports bottles with the child’s name on it. 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. Page 2 of 4 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 child care 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 was unable to provide LPA verified lead testing results that was completed in accordance to the Written Directives. Director will communcate finding with facility representatives. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 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 Page 3 of 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 A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. A copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guild to Safe Sleep” was provided to the director English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx 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. Based on LPAs record reviews and interviews the following violation(s) were observed is/are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, 1597.16(a)(1) is being cited on the attached LIC 809D. LPA observed facility providing water to children in pitchers, cups and children recyclable water bottles. An Inspection and exit interview was completed with director. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 ) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. 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. Page 4 of 4

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.

  • ARTICLE 3. Administration

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in faciilty was not able to provide proof of the facility's water getting tested for lead which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the July 30, 2025 inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH?

This was a other inspection of GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH on July 30, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH on July 30, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in faciilty was not able to..."

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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