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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

APPLESEED MONTESSORI SCHOOLLicense 4344049062 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst(LPA), Mandeep Kaur and met with Director, Alson Hsu, for an unannounced-Annual/Random Inspection The purpose of today's inspection was explained with Director.Facility's License, Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Right Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, Menus, Activity Schedule, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. The center's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 07:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility is licensed to serve children ages 18 months to entry into first grade in Toddler Room# 4B, Preschool rooms: #1,#2, and #3. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas. LPA observed that the teacher-child ratio was in compliance. Fire drill was conducted on October 17, 2024. The facility has current children's roster and a copy was provided to LPA during the inspection. Cleaning products, disinfectants, sharp objects were stored inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean. The bathrooms for children and staff are clean, sanitary, and operable. LPA observed 7 toilets and 11 sinks available for the children. Director stated that the center has a third party cleaning service that comes and clean the facility after daycare hours. The center provides morning snacks, afternoon snacks to the children and lunch is brought from home. Director was reminded of labeling the food container and sippy cups those are brought from home with each child's name on it. There is a kitchen at the facility for food preparation. The kitchen is equipped with refrigerators, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, storage space for food, and a sink with hot and cold running water. LPA observed frozen Orange Juice 100% concentrated in the kitchen. Director stated that the facility serve this concentrated juice o children. Drinking water is available for the children indoor via sippy cups and filtered jars. LPA observed trash cans with tight fitting covers for the disposable of solid waste. Healthy Beverages requirements were discussed and copy is provided to the Director. The facility has fire extinguishers and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The playground is surrounded with appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe. Shade is provided. Drinking water is readily available for the children outdoor via sippy cups and filtered jars. LPA observed climbing structures with resilient material under and around the structures. There were no bodies of water observed. Director stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. LPA reviewed 6 random children's files. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, Physician's Report, TB test, Immunizations, Parent Right's Receipt, Personal Rights, and Health History. LPA reviewed 5 staff files. Staff records reviewed include Employee Rights, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Health Screening Report with TB Clearance, Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza) and required training. LPA reminded Assistant Director that the Mandated Reporter Training shall be renewed by all staff every two years. At least one staff member present during the inspection has current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, 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/resources/child-care-centers/ . Director 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. Continuation on next page LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Site Director 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 Site Director 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. 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&R's) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . As a result of this inspection, two Type B deficiencies were cited on the attached 809-D. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Alson Hsu.Appeal rights provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

Citations

2 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.

  • 1596.808(a)(2)Type B

    Based on observations and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director stated that facility serves 100% Frozen Concentrated Orange juice to children, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CARE AND SUPERVISION FOR INFANTS

    Based on interviews and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director self admitted that there is no infant sleep log for 15 minutes check up is available for the infants, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the March 3, 2025 inspection of APPLESEED MONTESSORI SCHOOL?

This was an inspection of APPLESEED MONTESSORI SCHOOL on March 3, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to APPLESEED MONTESSORI SCHOOL on March 3, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observations and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Director stated that faci..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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