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Nature's Edge Child Development Center

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

2700 East 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90804

Visit website ↗(562) 588-9319Directions ↗Licensed for 45
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
9/25/2025
Total visits
6

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

Nature's Edge Child Development Center is a small preschool inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach that believes play is the heart of children's learning. The center has been in business for over 20 years and emphasizes nurturing curious, capable learners through nature, creativity, and meaningful exploration.

Philosophy
We believe that the heart of children's learning is play. Through play, they explore developmental themes and stages leading to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, we nurture curious, capable learners through nature, creativity, and meaningful exploration. Children are active, sensory learners and need multiple opportunities for self-chosen exploration, investigation, social interaction, and problem-solving. Each child is regarded as an individual. We value and celebrate each child's unique cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic background. Relationships are the core of our curriculum and philosophy.
Outdoor
Constant connections to the outdoors and the natural world; regular playground play; nature walks
Meals
Meals are provided and are healthy and varied

Programs

  • •Art experience with open-ended creative materials
  • •Science and sensory experience
  • •Literature and language development
  • •Mixed-age group learning

Highlights

  • ✓Reggio Emilia-inspired play-based learning
  • ✓Mixed-age classroom groupings
  • ✓Nature-focused curriculum with sensory exploration
  • ✓Over 20 years in business

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