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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MONTESSORI CENTER, THELicense 372001190
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 10/27/25, LPA (Licensing Program Analyst) Saraliz Velando, conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry by Administrative Staff, Marcela Sison. The Director, Janet Dela Cruz was also present. LPA toured the facility and observed 26 preschool children and 8 staff. Room 1 and Room 2 are designated for 3yr-Kindergarten. Room #3 is designated for Toddlers (18mo-36months). A review of staff records today indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. The licensee has not exceeded the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Hand washing and toileting areas are in a safe, sanitary, and good operating condition. All storage containers or trash cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids and are in good repair. There is at least one staff present with current CPR and First Aid certification. Any medications are kept in the classrooms and with emergency bags that are inaccessible to children. The First Aid kit is kept at the Front office. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. The carbon monoxide detector is operational and located in Room #3. There are fire extinguishers in every room that meet regulations. The facility uses electronic sign in/out for students on the Brightwheel App. There is a Safe Sleep Log that was observed to be current in Room #3. Snacks and lunch are brought from home provided by the parents. Filtered water is provided for water bottle refills. Facility has emergency snacks on hand, stored appropriately and meeting nutritional requirements. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. page 1 page 2 The areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment was cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. Children were observed to be under the supervision of fully qualified staff. Facility was observed to be within ratio. An isolation area has been designated for children who become ill during the day at the Front Office. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Licensee 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. LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. page 3 This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Janet Dela Cruz.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

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

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 27, 2025 inspection of MONTESSORI CENTER, THE?

This was a other inspection of MONTESSORI CENTER, THE on October 27, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to MONTESSORI CENTER, THE on October 27, 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 other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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