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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701626
Report Date: 09/30/2026
Date Signed: 09/30/2026 01:06:53 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/30/2026 01:06 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:MONTESSORI EXPLORER - HILLCRESTFACILITY NUMBER:
376701626
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		DINUSHA S. PERERAFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:3674 7TH AVETELEPHONE:
(619) 600-7875
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92103
CAPACITY: 62TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: 0DATE:
09/30/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Dinusha PereraTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:30 PM
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On 9/30/2026 at 9:00 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA),Victoria Felix conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection for a New License. Upon arrival, LPA met with Applicant/Facility Representative Dinusha Perera. Applicant is requesting to be licensed for 12 infants (6 months to 2 yrs) in Chopin RM, 18 toddlers (18 months to 36 months) in Beethoven RM, and 32 preschool children (2 to kindergarten) in Brahms RM. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for preschool children, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for toddlers, and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for infants.

All indoor and outdoor activity space utilized for the children was inspected today. LPA informed applicant that staff are required to maintain direct visual supervision of the children at all times during indoor and outdoor activities.When medications are on site, applicant stated that they will be in a higher cabinet located in the front office located next to Brahms RM. A fully equipped first aid kit is located in each classroom inside a cupboard and applicant has a field trip bag for emergencies. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector in each classroom. All required licensing documents were observed posted in the check-in area. Children will be signed in and out of a application that will be given to parents.

LPA continued to tour the facility and measured all indoor and outdoor activity space. Total indoor activity space measured 607.62 sq ft in Chopin RM , 670.70 sq ft in Beethoven RM, and 1135.19 sq ft in Brahms RM, which is sufficient to accommodate the requested capacity of 12 infants, 18 toddlers and 32 preschool children. LPA observed all indoor activity space to be complete with safe, age-appropriate furniture and equipment, including tables, chairs, cubbies, napping cots/mats, bookshelves, and other activity supplies for the children.
Selina Siao
Victoria Felix
DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/30/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI EXPLORER - HILLCREST
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701626
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026
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Facility does not have high chairs. Facility has feeding tables have broad-based legs, plastic seats are in good repair and trays lock onto chairs. Changing tables have at least 1” padding covered with moisture-resistant, washable material. Sides of the changing table are at least 3” high and the changing table is within arm’s reach of a sink. Diapering sink is not used for meal preparation or dishwashing.

During inspection, LPA observed two (2) cribs and four (4) cots in infant room and not separated. Applicant stated that she will send options of what to purchase to LPA. Sleep logs are kept in Chopin RM. Needs and Services Plans and Sleep Plans are kept in office with personal.

During the inspection only one (1) potty chair, applicant stated they will purchase more potty chairs. There should be at least one potty chair or toilet for every five infants. LPA observed a total of one (1) sink and one (1) changing table in Chopin RM, one (1) potty chair and two (2) sinks in Beethoven RM , three (3) toilets and five (5) sinks in Brahms RM, and four (4) toilets and four (4) sinks outside of the classroom for children use. There are 12 sinks and eight (8) toilets available for children’s use. These are sufficient to accommodate the requested capacity of 62 children. There is a separate staff restroom equipped with a toilet and a sink. The isolation area for children who are ill will be the front office and there is a separate restroom.



Drinking water is available in the classrooms via filtered water from sink and LPA observed and verified. LPA observed all hazardous items to be inaccessible to children. There are no bodies of water or weapons on the property. Fire clearance was granted on 08/27/2026. Facility will provide breakfast, lunch and snacks via Renu-Hope Foundation, who will bring the food to the facility.


The facility currently has a fully fenced playground area. Fencing wrought iron and is at least four feet high. The total square footage for all the outdoor activity space is for the preschool playground 5178.64 sq ft, and 1353.82 sq ft for the toddler playground, which is sufficient to accommodate the requested capacity. Shade is provided via trees and canopies. There are sufficient outdoor age-appropriate toys and play equipment available on the playground. There isn’t a climbing structure on the playground. Drinking water will be available via pitchers that will be replenish everyday to take out for children. LPA did not observe any hazardous items on the playground. Applicant was reminded that any changes to the facility must be reported to and approved by Community Care Licensing.

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).

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Selina Siao
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Victoria Felix
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI EXPLORER - HILLCREST
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701626
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026
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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). Please note that if your building was constructed after January 1, 2010, you are not required to test for lead. However, you must provide proof of the construction date to the regional office.

Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.”

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 (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

LPA reviewed with applicant LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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 applicant 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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Selina Siao
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Victoria Felix
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI EXPLORER - HILLCREST
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701626
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026
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Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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. “

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant/Facility Representative Dinusha Perera.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.



LPA advised the applicant that no more than 12 toddlers may be in one (1) group. If there are more than 12 toddlers, they must be separated into a separate group.

The following corrections are needed prior to the issuance of the license:

1. Infant RM- sleeping area to be established – LPA to return to measure and look over sleeping area
2. Infant RM- potty chairs one (1) per five (5) infants

Applicant/Licensee Representative, Dinusha Perera understands that all proof of corrections must be provided to the Department within 30 days, or the application may be denied.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Selina Siao
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Victoria Felix
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
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