DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL

2451 E. GARVEY AVE. NORTH, West Covina, CA 91791LICENSED
B

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

5 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: LICENSED

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

June 5, 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
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL
License number
Not listed
Location
2451 E. GARVEY AVE. NORTH, West Covina, CA 91791
Status
LICENSED
Safety grade
B (Good), score 88.8/100
Inspection record
5 inspections, last inspected June 5, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

B
Good88.8 / 100
Health100/100
Safety100/100
Staffing55/100
Compliance100/100

3

Total Violations

Jun 5, 2025

Last Inspection

53

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (3)

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(c)(1)Type BComplaintJun 5, 2025

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 06/05/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mary Silva and Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual required inspection. Upon arrival, Licensing Staff met with Director Nilani Leula and assistant Director Dishsani Leula to whom the reason for the inspection was explained. Licensing staff were led on a tour of the facility. Per director, there are currently 37 children enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are Monday-Friday 6:30am-6:00pm. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. This facility has three classrooms. LPA(s) observed 28 napping children in classroom #3 with two teachers. There were no children or staff in observed in classroom #1 or classroom #2. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children, were locked in a cabinet making them inaccessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Napping equipment (mats/cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Facility was advised sleeping cots must be placed to allow walking space between cots. Children take their blankets home to wash weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. Facility has two bathrooms one designated for boys and another for girls. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water was readily available indoors, facility provides filtered water for children to drink. At this time, the teacher room located across the director’s office is used as an isolation area for an ill child to rest and the staff restroom will be used if needed. Page 1 of 3 NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Christina Gabelman NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Mary Silva LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/05/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/05/2025 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 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

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(c)(1)ComplaintJun 5, 2025

Type B citation - potential risk if not corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING101239(c)(1)Type BComplaintJun 5, 2025

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 06/05/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mary Silva and Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual required inspection. Upon arrival, Licensing Staff met with Director Nilani Leula and assistant Director Dishsani Leula to whom the reason for the inspection was explained. Licensing staff were led on a tour of the facility. Per director, there are currently 37 children enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are Monday-Friday 6:30am-6:00pm. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. This facility has three classrooms. LPA(s) observed 28 napping children in classroom #3 with two teachers. There were no children or staff in observed in classroom #1 or classroom #2. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children, were locked in a cabinet making them inaccessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Napping equipment (mats/cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Facility was advised sleeping cots must be placed to allow walking space between cots. Children take their blankets home to wash weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. Facility has two bathrooms one designated for boys and another for girls. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water was readily available indoors, facility provides filtered water for children to drink. At this time, the teacher room located across the director’s office is used as an isolation area for an ill child to rest and the staff restroom will be used if needed. Page 1 of 3 NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Christina Gabelman NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Mary Silva LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/05/2025 I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received. FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/05/2025 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 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL's safety grade?

DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL has a safety grade of B (Good) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 88.8 out of 100.

How many violations does DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL have?

DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL has 3 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 3 serious, and 0 minor.

When was DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL last inspected?

DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL was last inspected on June 5, 2025.

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