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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

7 MAGIC FLOWERS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOLLicense 4344173022 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Marilou Monico, conducted an unannounced Required - 3 Year inspection. LPA met with Director, Chin-Lan 'Jina' Wang, and explained to her the purpose of today's inspection. LPA provided Director with the Entrance Checklist - Child Care Centers (LIC 125). The facility operates Monday thru Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM. The center is licensed to serve children ages 18 months to 36 months in the toddler option component and 2 years to 6 years old in the preschool component. LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. LPA observed one staff with 12 children in Room 2, two staff with 18 children in Room 1, Room 4 was vacant, two staff with 9 children in Toddler A, and two staff with three children in Toddler B. LPA reviewed and obtained copy of children's roster. Fire/Disaster Drill was conducted on December 4, 2025. The classrooms have age-appropriate materials, toys, furnishing, equipment, & adequate storage for children’s belongings. The children's napping equipment were observed to be stored in a healthful manner. Bedding is provided by the parents and is washed weekly or as needed. LPA observed required size fire extinguishers, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The children and staff bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. The center provides morning and afternoon dry snacks to children. Lunches are catered to the center from Mehko-Fresh Space Kitchen. All center provided food items are properly labeled & stored separately from cleaning supplies. There is kitchen at the facility for food preparation. The kitchen is equipped with refrigerator, microwave, and a sink. There are trash cans with tight fitting lids in the classrooms and in the kitchen for the disposable of solid wastes. Drinking water is available for children in the classrooms via individual water bottles. The outdoor play areas are fully fenced. Shade is provided by trees and canopies. All equipment and surfaces are free from hazards. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children. LPA observed resilient material under and around the climbing structures. Drinking water is provided by individual water bottles. Per Director, there are no firearms or weapons on the premises. Continuation on next pages: All individuals subject to criminal record review have fingerprint clearances and associated to the facility. At least one staff member has a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid certification. LPA observed all required postings in a publicly accessible area. LPA reviewed the sign in/out. 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. LPA reviewed 10 children's files for the following records: Admission Agreement, Personal Rights (613A), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC 700), Pre-Admission Health History (LIC 702), Notification of Parents Rights (LIC 995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627), Physician’s Report with TB test (LIC 701), sleep log and Infant Needs and Services Plan for children under 2 years old, and Immunization Records. The Infant Needs and Services Plan for three children (C3, C4, & C5) are not updated quarterly. LPA reviewed eight(8) staff files for the following records: Health Screening Report (LIC 503) and TB test, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse (LIC 9108), Employee rights (LIC 9052), staff qualifications, immunizations in Measles, Pertussis and Influenza, and required training. Staff #2 and #7 have expired Mandated Reporter Training. Director was reminded of their responsibility to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training every two years. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN-22-02-CCP . When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice 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 are available at: http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . LPA reminded Director to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury Report form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours to the regional office by phone and the written report, LIC 624, within 7 calendar days. Continuation on next page: 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&Rs) 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(2) Type B deficiencies were cited on the following page. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director, Chin-Lan Wang. Copy of appeal rights was provided to Director. 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.

  • 101419.3(a)(1)&(2)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 10 children's files that were reviewed which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The infant needs and services plan for Child #3, #4, and #5 are not updated quarterly.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 8 staff which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Staff #2 and #7 have expired Mandated Reporter Training.

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What happened during the February 12, 2026 inspection of 7 MAGIC FLOWERS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL?

This was a inspection inspection of 7 MAGIC FLOWERS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL on February 12, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to 7 MAGIC FLOWERS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL on February 12, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 10 children's files that we..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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