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Lakewood Child Development Center

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

5225 Hayter Ave., Lakewood, CA 90712

Visit website ↗(562) 531-9440Directions ↗Licensed for 48
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
9/2/2025
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

Lakewood Child Development Center is a part-day preschool program offering quality care and education to children in Lakewood, CA. The center uses Montessori activities and emphasizes positive discipline while supporting individual development, cultural diversity, and social respect.

Philosophy
Parents are the experts and educators join them in the formative years of the child's life. Daily curriculum provides a place for learning, growing, discovery and fun. Children develop and master different skills such as coordination, concentration and independence through Montessori activities. The center supports the individual's development, values and respects their culture and social diversity while practicing positive discipline.

Programs

  • •Montessori activities

Highlights

  • ✓Part-day program
  • ✓Montessori-based curriculum
  • ✓Focus on positive discipline
  • ✓Community-centered approach

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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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