BLACKHAWK MONTESSORI

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On 3/6/2024 at 8:05 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Akinleye arrived at Blackhawk Montessori Day Care Center to conduct an unannounced 2 year annual inspection. LPA was met by Directors Naveeda Bari and Naureen Patel. LPA explained the purpose for today’s visit and was granted access to the facility. Hours of operation are 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday. During inspection there were 14 extended care children present. Directors state that extended care is from 7:00am-9:00am and normal school hours begin at 9:00am-3:00pm and extended care from 3:00pm-6:00pm. The directors also confirmed that there are 144 children currently enrolled. LPA toured the physical plant with Director Naveeda Bari for a health and safety inspection. The premises include 8 classrooms (separated by two sides: 4 classrooms each), bathrooms and an outdoor playground. Side 1: Room 1 (ages 2-3) Room 2 (ages 2.5-3.5) Room 3 (ages 3.5-5) Room 4 (ages 5-6) Side 2: Room 5 (ages 2-3) Room 6 (ages 2.5-3.5) Room 7 (ages 3.5-5) Room 8 (ages 5-6) SUPERVISORS NAME: Loretta Dyson LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Akinleye LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 4 FACILITY NAME: BLACKHAWK MONTESSORIFACILITY NUMBER: 073407476 VISIT DATE: 03/06/2024 NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32There are two main entrances of the facility, one near the parking lot and another within the plaza center. The indoor spaces, restrooms, storage and pantries were inspected and observed to be neat and clean. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. LPA observed a working a 3A40BC fire extinguisher, along with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire Drill and Earthquake Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on Feb 23, 2024. This facility does not provide transportation for children, but center staff understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. LPA toured the outdoor space with Director Naveeda Bari. LPA observed multiple play structures, a water fountain used for drinking and a hill with climbing ropes. The outdoor space was fenced and play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. SUPERVISORS NAME: Loretta Dyson LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Akinleye LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 FACILITY NAME: BLACKHAWK MONTESSORIFACILITY NUMBER: 073407476 VISIT DATE: 03/06/2024 NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of Children and Staff files was taken for review. All files contained required documents. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid present at the facility during inspection. Children's Roster was reviewed, and a copy obtained. On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers. Review of staff files show that staff has completed Mandated Reporter training. 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 conta

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25On 3/6/2024 at 8:05 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Akinleye arrived at Blackhawk Montessori Day Care Center to conduct an unannounced 2 year annual inspection. LPA was met by Directors Naveeda Bari and Naureen Patel. LPA explained the purpose for today’s visit and was granted access to the facility. Hours of operation are 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday. During inspection there were 14 extended care children present. Directors state that extended care is from 7:00am-9:00am and normal school hours begin at 9:00am-3:00pm and extended care from 3:00pm-6:00pm. The directors also confirmed that there are 144 children currently enrolled. LPA toured the physical plant with Director Naveeda Bari for a health and safety inspection. The premises include 8 classrooms (separated by two sides: 4 classrooms each), bathrooms and an outdoor playground. Side 1: Room 1 (ages 2-3) Room 2 (ages 2.5-3.5) Room 3 (ages 3.5-5) Room 4 (ages 5-6) Side 2: Room 5 (ages 2-3) Room 6 (ages 2.5-3.5) Room 7 (ages 3.5-5) Room 8 (ages 5-6) SUPERVISORS NAME: Loretta Dyson LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Akinleye LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years. LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)Page: 1 of 4 FACILITY NAME: BLACKHAWK MONTESSORIFACILITY NUMBER: 073407476 VISIT DATE: 03/06/2024 NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32There are two main entrances of the facility, one near the parking lot and another within the plaza center. The indoor spaces, restrooms, storage and pantries were inspected and observed to be neat and clean. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. LPA observed a working a 3A40BC fire extinguisher, along with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire Drill and Earthquake Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on Feb 23, 2024. This facility does not provide transportation for children, but center staff understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. LPA toured the outdoor space with Director Naveeda Bari. LPA observed multiple play structures, a water fountain used for drinking and a hill with climbing ropes. The outdoor space was fenced and play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. SUPERVISORS NAME: Loretta Dyson LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ashley Akinleye LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/06/2024 FACILITY NAME: BLACKHAWK MONTESSORIFACILITY NUMBER: 073407476 VISIT DATE: 03/06/2024 NARRATIVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of Children and Staff files was taken for review. All files contained required documents. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid present at the facility during inspection. Children's Roster was reviewed, and a copy obtained. On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers. Review of staff files show that staff has completed Mandated Reporter training. 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 conta