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COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORILicense 3436165513 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

initial inspection to the facility, LPA observed a doorbell and locked front entry door to the facility. LPA observed staff escort children to and from the front door as parents arrived for pick up. LPA came to learn that the facility did this as a COVID-19 practice. It was stated that during that time, parents were not allowed into the facility. LPA came to learn via interviews that if parents were to ask to enter the facility, they would not be allowed to, as per the directive from the prior Director. The facility has since lifted the restriction and parents now utilize a code to enter the facility for drop off and pick up of children. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, and the allegations are substantiated. Title 22 deficiencies are cited on the subsequent pages of this report. Director acknowledges, that FOR TYPE A DEFICIENCIES ONLY upon receipt, licensee shall post LIC 9099D with Type A deficiencies for 30 days and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. LIC 9224 must be signed by parents/guardians and kept with the children's forms as a receipt whenever any Type A documents are provided by the licensee. LIC 9224 and Appeal Rights were provided. Director's signature on this report acknowledges receipt of these rights. This report was reviewed with the Director, Anna Royal. An exit interview was conducted. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and shall remain posted for a period of 30 days.

Citations

3 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.

  • 101216.3Type A

    Teacher Child Ratio: The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance. (1) A ratio of one fully qualified teacher (as specified in Section 101216.1(c)) and one aide for every 18 children in attendance in a preschool program is allowed when the aide meets the qualifications specified in Section 101216.2(d). This requirement was not met, as evidenced by: Based on interview and observation, LPA observed a ratio of 21 children supervised by 1 fully qualified staff (S3) and 1 aide (S4). It was stated in interview that the aide did not have any units. LPA also observed 6 Toddler children with two aides (S1, S2). This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • 1012161(b)Type A

    1012161 Teacher Qualifications and Duties. (b) Prior to employment a teacher shall meet the specified requirements...This requirement was not met, as evidenced by: Based on interview and observation, the toddler classroom did not have a qualified teacher supervising children in care. Staff observed were both stated to be aides (S1, S2). This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • 1596.857Type B

    Rights of parent or guardian to inspect facility without advance notice (a) ... the responsible parent or guardian of a child receiving services in a child day care facility has the right to enter and inspect the facility without advance notice during the normal operating hours of the facility or at any time that the child is receiving services in the facility... This requirement was not met, as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, parents were not allowed access into the facility due to COVID practices. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 10, 2022 inspection of COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORI?

This was a complaint inspection of COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORI on May 10, 2022. 3 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to COUNTRYHILL MONTESSORI on May 10, 2022?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (2 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Teacher Child Ratio: The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 1..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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