CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
18 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: LICENSED
Last refreshed
April 1, 2026
Latest inspection
November 6, 2025
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 1, 2026
- Provider
- CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL
- License number
- Not listed
- Location
- 1350 MORAGA WAY, Moraga, CA 94556
- Status
- LICENSED
- Safety grade
- D (Below Average), score 60.0/100
- Inspection record
- 18 inspections, last inspected November 6, 2025
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
68
Total Violations
Nov 6, 2025
Last Inspection
14
Capacity
Complaint History
7 complaint investigations on record.
9
Substantiated
0
Inconclusive
4
Unsubstantiated
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (68)
(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.
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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
Type A citation - immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(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.
(b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out.
(b) The person who brings the child to, and removes the child from, the center shall sign the child in/out.
(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.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).
(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.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(1) The center shall give each authorized representative a copy of the Personal Rights form (LIC 613A [9/96]).
(e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher.
(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.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
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.
(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.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(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.
(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.
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.
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.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(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.
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 32Infant changing tables have a padded surface not less than one inch thick. Infant changing tables have raised sides at least three inches high. Toys are observed to be safe, and did not have sharp points or edges or splinters or made of small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. Facility maintains sufficient napping equipment. The infant facility have indoor/outdoor activity space that is physically separate from space used by preschool children. Direct visual supervision are provided by staff at all times. Infant individual feeding and needs and services plans are maintained. Nap documentations are maintained that included: infant’s name, date, time of each 15-minute check and initials of the person who conducted each check. The kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas are kept clean, free of litter. Food are protected against contamination. All storage containers for solid waste have a tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair. Playground equipment were observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space are maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. 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 qualified staff. An isolation area has been designated for children who becomes ill during the day. Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Menus are posted in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative. All children are signed in/out by a representative who uses a unique PIN code and has recorded the time of day. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment. Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the r
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 32Infant changing tables have a padded surface not less than one inch thick. Infant changing tables have raised sides at least three inches high. Toys are observed to be safe, and did not have sharp points or edges or splinters or made of small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. Facility maintains sufficient napping equipment. The infant facility have indoor/outdoor activity space that is physically separate from space used by preschool children. Direct visual supervision are provided by staff at all times. Infant individual feeding and needs and services plans are maintained. Nap documentations are maintained that included: infant’s name, date, time of each 15-minute check and initials of the person who conducted each check. The kitchen, food-preparation and storage areas are kept clean, free of litter. Food are protected against contamination. All storage containers for solid waste have a tight-fitting covers that are kept on and in good repair. Playground equipment were observed to be in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space are maintained in safe condition and free of hazards. 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 qualified staff. An isolation area has been designated for children who becomes ill during the day. Children’s records were reviewed today. All required forms were on file. Menus are posted in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative. All children are signed in/out by a representative who uses a unique PIN code and has recorded the time of day. Child’s record also contain a medical assessment. Staff records reviewed today contain a health screening as required by the r
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
record review: Staff working alone in preschool class did not have the proper qualifications. This poses a potential risk to the Personal Rights/Health and safety of children in care.
Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected
(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.
(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.
(d) The surface of the outdoor activity space shall be maintained: (2) Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
(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.
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type A citation from complaint investigation - immediate risk
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
Type B citation from complaint investigation - potential risk if not corrected
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL's safety grade?
CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL 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 CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL have?
CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL has 68 total violations on record, including 5 critical, 63 serious, and 0 minor.
When was CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL last inspected?
CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL was last inspected on November 6, 2025.
Has CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL had any complaints?
CREATIVE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL has 7 complaint investigations on record, with 9 substantiated allegations, 0 inconclusive, and 4 unsubstantiated.