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Telstar Montessori Child Care Center

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Montessori
Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

9320 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731

Visit website ↗(626) 569-2640Directions ↗Licensed for 15
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
2 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
4
Last visit
4/16/2025
Total visits
10

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

Telstar Montessori Childcare Center in El Monte, California operates as part of K-Step Montessori Schools, serving children from 2 months to 7 years old using the Montessori Method. The center has been providing childcare for over 22 years and serves more than 350 children across Southern California.

Philosophy
Child-centered Montessori Method with an interdisciplinary approach to early education
Ages served
2 months to 7 years old
Hours
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Meals
Breakfast, Snacks and Lunch Included

Programs

  • •Full-Time & Part-Time Programs
  • •After School Care
  • •Potty Training
  • •Dance and Yoga
  • •Summer Programs

Highlights

  • ✓Open year round
  • ✓Accepts subsidized programs including Options & Cal-Works
  • ✓Serving over 350 children across Southern California
  • ✓Child-centered Montessori Method

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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