Routine inspection·January 29, 2026

On 1/29/26 at 9:40am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA)s Stephanie Li and Caroline Nguyen conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, met with Director Angeline Arias , who led LPA's on a tour. This is a preschool program at Canyon Early Learning Center Monrovia school district campus. There were 76 children and 15 staff present during today’s visit. There are currently 108 children enrolled. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm. All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The preschool consist of 5 preschool classrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3 play yards. 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 active/visual supervision of a teacher during the tour. Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children are not within a child’s reach. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Napping equipment cots and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness . Only Rm 10 is a full day program and naps at center. Per director, linens are washed weekly by parents. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. Age-appropriate toys and materials were available in each classroom for children. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water is available through filter water fountains. Front lobby and nurses office is used as a sick area for an ill child to rest. There is a restroom in the nurses office for a ill child to use. Page 1 of 4 Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted on the parent board in the lobby. Per director, facility provides breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks through the school district and meals are prepared off site. LPA’s observed fridge in snack prep room in Rm 10 storing diary foods for children did not have a thermometer and cool setting was at the lowest. LPA’s advised that thermometers shall be in all fridges storing diary. LPA’s observed mini fridges in Rm 11 and Rm 13 with no thermometers. During visit, thermometers were observed to be placed in all fridges storing dairy in classrooms. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Licensing staff observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 06/12/2025 on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has combo smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that are hard wired and unable to test. Director stated there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The last Disaster drill was conducted in 1/28/26. Licensing staff observed the outdoor play area. The playgrounds equipment was inspected for safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. LPA’s did observe cushioning had several cracks scattered across the yard and advised to monitor from becoming a tripping hazard and replace/repair when needed. Per director, funding and replacement was approved for replacement of cushioning. There is a big climbing structure and swings in the North yard. LPA’s observed spider webs on structures and benches and advised for maintenance to remove them during their daily checks. In the North yard and CDC yard LPA’s observed music wall in both yards to have rusty cupcake tins and rusty metal cans which can cause a potential hazard to children in care. Maintenance was called immediately and rusty cans and tins were removed immediately. There are age appropriate equipment and materials for children to use. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors through water bottles 2 filtered fountains outdoors. Sign in and out signatures were verified. Each classroom has sign in out binder at the front of each class. An internal children’s roster was available for review. Staff records and children’s records were reviewed and documented on LIC857 and LIC859. All staff are trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Staff completes school district AB1432 mandated reporter training renewal every year. Page 2 of 4 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) is currently being provided. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 Facility has IMS for 5 children with allergy, anaphylaxis, asthma, and seizures. Medication is stored properly. Facility was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . 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 childcare 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). Facility completed water lead re-testing in 2025 and had no exceedances. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . Page 3 of 4 Teacher was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Exit interview conducted, report was reviewed, and appeal rights were given to Director Angeline Arias. Page 4 of 4