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Beginning Zone, The

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

5600 N. Paramount Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90805

Visit website ↗(310) 347-1318Directions ↗Licensed for 8
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
6
2 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
7/24/2025
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

The Beginning Zone is an early childhood education and care center providing a nurturing environment for children from birth through 13 years old. The facility offers infant, toddler, preschool, and after-school programs with a focus on play-based learning and child development.

Philosophy
Children enhance their developmental learning through discovery, adopting an approach based on respect for each child as an individual. Learning occurs through play, games, painting, shapes, and colors with emphasis on sensory play, social skills, and creative expression.
Ages served
Birth to 23 months (infants), 1-2 years (toddlers), 2-5 years (preschool), 6-13 years (after-school)
Outdoor
Not listed

Programs

  • •Infant/Toddler
  • •Pre-K
  • •After School Program (includes homework help, snacks, transportation within 2 mile radius, extracurricular activities)

Highlights

  • ✓Home-like environment
  • ✓Two convenient locations
  • ✓Professional teachers providing structured curriculum
  • ✓Sensory play and discovery-based learning

Not stated on their website: Hours, Tuition, Teacher ratio, Meals, Outdoor play space. Ask the preschool directly.

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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