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Carousel Kids Child Development Center

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

6326 Lindley Avenue, Encino, CA 91316

Visit website ↗(818) 881-2721Directions ↗Licensed for 38
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
4/22/2025
Total visits
4

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

Carousel Kids is a state-licensed, center-based child care facility in Encino, CA with over 25 years of experience serving infants, toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten-age children. The center uses a play-based curriculum with trained, background-checked staff.

Philosophy
Play-based curriculum that balances learning and play; holistic education approach focused on exploration, imagination, and fostering a love for learning from an early age.
Ages served
Infant/Newborn (0-2 years) and Preschool/Kindergarten (2-6 years)
Hours
Mon-Fri 7:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sat-Sun Closed

Programs

  • •Infants and Newborns
  • •Toddlers
  • •Preschool and Kindergarten

Highlights

  • ✓Over 25 years of experience
  • ✓All staff background checked, CPR and First Aid certified with child development credentials
  • ✓Play-based, center-based setting
  • ✓State-licensed facility

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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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