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Rising Stars Academy

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

13703 Prairie Avenue, Hawthorne, CA 90250

Visit website ↗(310) 324-5800Directions ↗Licensed for 18
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
7/15/2025
Total visits
3

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

Rising Stars Academy is a family-owned childcare and education provider serving children from birth to 12 years old across Gardena, Hawthorne, and Los Angeles. The academy offers care Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with an Abeka Curriculum enhanced by STEM integration.

Philosophy
Everything we do centers around your child's growth and happiness. We provide unparalleled care and education in a warm, supportive, fun, and academically rich environment where children explore the world with curiosity and confidence in a safe, secure, and highly personalized way.
Ages served
Birth to 12 years old
Hours
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Outdoor
Active outdoor learning with playgrounds and nature spaces that encourage exploration, teamwork, and respect for the world around them

Programs

  • •Abeka Curriculum with STEM integration
  • •Enrichment programs
  • •Before and After School care
  • •Technology-Enhanced Learning
  • •Field trips and themed events

Highlights

  • ✓Family-owned academy committed to quality care
  • ✓Proven academics with Abeka Curriculum and STEM integration
  • ✓Technology-equipped classrooms
  • ✓Multiple convenient locations near major freeways and public transportation

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