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Golden City Child Development Center INC.

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

812 E. Carson St., Carson, CA 90745

Visit website ↗(310) 630-0863Directions ↗Licensed for 72
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
8
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
8/15/2025
Total visits
9

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Golden City Child Development Center provides comprehensive child care programs for infants through school-age children (6 weeks – 12 years) across multiple locations in California. The center uses a city-themed environment with outdoor play areas designed to teach social and problem-solving skills while supporting individual developmental needs.

Philosophy
Golden City CDC's goal is to help children develop skills to become positive, independent, and productive members of their families and communities. The center uses a developmentally-based, bias-free curriculum tailored to each child's individual needs, learning style, and interests, with emphasis on character development including kindness, honesty, and respect. Children learn through exploring their environment with sensory experiences.
Ages served
6 Weeks – 12 Years
Hours
M-F, 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Outdoor
Outdoor play area with playhouses designed to mimic a city (bank, supermarket, post office, college, police station, fire station, and more)

Programs

  • •Infant
  • •Toddler
  • •Preschool
  • •Pre-Kindergarten
  • •Kindergarten
  • •Before/After School Care
  • •School Age Spring/Winter Program
  • •School Age Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓City-themed immersive learning environment with themed outdoor play structures
  • ✓Personalized care plans tailored to individual developmental needs and learning styles
  • ✓Character development curriculum emphasizing kindness, responsibility, and respect
  • ✓Classical music for brain development in infant program

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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