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Optimal Child Development Center

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

1300 East Palmer Avenue, Compton, CA 90221

Visit website ↗(310) 603-0378Directions ↗Licensed for 75
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
10
2 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
2/18/2025
Total visits
7

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

Optimal Child Development Center is a California-licensed non-profit providing quality child care for children ages 2-5.9 years. The center offers programs including choir concerts, graduation ceremonies, and seasonal celebrations.

Ages served
2-5.9 years (2 years, 9 months)
Hours
Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Saturday-Sunday Closed

Programs

  • •Spring Concert
  • •Optimal Choir Concert
  • •Signs in Motion
  • •Angels In Praise
  • •Heavenly Angels
  • •Graduations
  • •Harvest Banquet
  • •Christmas 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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