STERLING MONTESSORI

821 STERLING PARKWAY, STE. 200, Lincoln, CA 95648LICENSED
D

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

32 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: LICENSED

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

February 13, 2026

Provenance

California licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
STERLING MONTESSORI
License number
Not listed
Location
821 STERLING PARKWAY, STE. 200, Lincoln, CA 95648
Status
LICENSED
Safety grade
D (Below Average), score 60.0/100
Inspection record
32 inspections, last inspected February 13, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

D
Below Average60.0 / 100
Health100/100
Safety100/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance0/100

104

Total Violations

Feb 13, 2026

Last Inspection

58

Capacity

Complaint History

8 complaint investigations on record.

6

Substantiated

0

Inconclusive

9

Unsubstantiated

Aug 6, 2025
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated1 citation
May 9, 2025
1 substantiated1 unsubstantiated
May 5, 2025
1 substantiated1 citation
Jan 30, 2025
1 unsubstantiated
Aug 29, 2024
2 unsubstantiated
Jul 18, 2024
1 unsubstantiated
May 21, 2024
2 substantiated2 citations
Dec 27, 2022
1 substantiated3 unsubstantiated1 citation

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (104)

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101170(e)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

LPA observations & interviews that aides are supervising which posses an immediate health & safety risk to the children in care.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101161(a)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Interviews conducted and LPAs observation that school age children were left with no staff supervision which posses an immediate health and safety risk to the children in care.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216(f)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.803(e)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101161(a)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

101161 Limitations on Capacity (a) A licensee shall not operate a child care center beyond the conditions and limitations specified on the license, including the capacity limitation.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8595(c)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(C) An infant shall not be swaddled while in care.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)(11)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)(11)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.803(e)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8595(c)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(C) An infant shall not be swaddled while in care.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(d)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

LPA observed the back fence falling down and there was insufficient bark on the playground resulting in the black netting underneath being exposed which may cause a tripping hazard to children in care.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101170(e)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8595(c)(2)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

A licensed child care facility or home shall provide to the parents of each child receiving services in the facility copies of any licensing report that documents any Type A citation that represents an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care as specified in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 1596.893b.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(d)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type BComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101161(a)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101170(e)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8595(c)(2)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216(f)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8595(c)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101174(d)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.7995(a)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216(g)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220(a)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101220.1(g)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.803(e)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101215.1(g)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101217(a)(11)ComplaintFeb 13, 2026

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216(f)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8662(b)(1)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE1596.8595(c)(2)Type AComplaintFeb 13, 2026

A licensed child care facility or home shall provide to the parents of each child receiving services in the facility copies of any licensing report that documents any Type A citation that represents an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care as specified in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 1596.893b.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintAug 6, 2025

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintMay 5, 2025

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintMay 21, 2024

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

CRITICALCOMPLIANCEComplaintMay 21, 2024

Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type BApr 11, 2024

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Type AApr 11, 2024

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.1(c)(1)Type AApr 11, 2024

(1) Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type BApr 11, 2024

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type AApr 11, 2024

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Type AApr 11, 2024

(a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(b)Type BApr 11, 2024

(b) The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type BApr 11, 2024

(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(b)Type BApr 11, 2024

(b) The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(b)Type BApr 11, 2024

(b) The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(1)(B)Type BApr 11, 2024

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(g)Type BApr 11, 2024

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(3)(A)Type BApr 11, 2024

(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (A) Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as prescribed by the child's physician.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(g)(1)Type BApr 11, 2024

(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (B) For each prescription medication, the licensee shall obtain, in writing, approval and instructions from the child's authorized representative for the administration of the medication to the child.

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.1(c)(1)Type AApr 11, 2024

(1) Twelve postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(g)(1)Type BApr 11, 2024

(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (B) For each prescription medication, the licensee shall obtain, in writing, approval and instructions from the child's authorized representative for the administration of the medication to the child.

CRITICALSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type AApr 11, 2024

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.

CRITICALSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Type AApr 11, 2024

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.

CRITICALSTAFFING101238(a)Apr 11, 2024

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Apr 11, 2024

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.1(c)(1)Apr 11, 2024

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

CRITICALSTAFFING101229(a)(1)Apr 11, 2024

Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(g)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(1)(B)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(3)(A)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(g)(1)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(b)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE101216.2(e)Type AApr 11, 2024

(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.871(c)(1)(A)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101238(g)Type BApr 11, 2024

(g) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type BApr 11, 2024

§1596.8662 (b) (1)   Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of completion (b) (1)   On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE1596.871(c)(1)(A)Type BApr 11, 2024

§1596.8662 (b) (1)   Availability of information regarding detecting and reporting child abuse and neglect; training for mandated reporter who is licensed day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility; proof of completion (b) (1)   On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(3)(A)Type BApr 11, 2024

(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (A) Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as prescribed by the child's physician.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(b)Apr 11, 2024

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101226(e)(1)(B)Type BApr 11, 2024

(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(a)Type BApr 11, 2024

(a) There shall be a ratio of one teacher visually observing and supervising no more than 12 children in attendance, except as specified in (b) and (c) below.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE101216.3(b)Type BApr 11, 2024

(b) The licensee may use teacher aides in a teacher-child ratio of one teacher and one aide for every 15 children in attendance.

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCEComplaintDec 27, 2022

Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STERLING MONTESSORI's safety grade?

STERLING MONTESSORI has a safety grade of D (Below Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 60.0 out of 100.

How many violations does STERLING MONTESSORI have?

STERLING MONTESSORI has 104 total violations on record, including 45 critical, 59 serious, and 0 minor.

When was STERLING MONTESSORI last inspected?

STERLING MONTESSORI was last inspected on February 13, 2026.

Has STERLING MONTESSORI had any complaints?

STERLING MONTESSORI has 8 complaint investigations on record, with 6 substantiated allegations, 0 inconclusive, and 9 unsubstantiated.

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