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Young Horizons Child Development Centers

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

501 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802

Visit website ↗(562) 437-8991Directions ↗Licensed for 65
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
5/10/2024
Total visits
10

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

Young Horizons Child Development Centers provides nurturing, safe, and educational care for children from infants through preschoolers. The center emphasizes learning through play with a child-centered approach that supports social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.

Philosophy
Learning through play with a child-centered approach. The center focuses on fostering the whole child by creating an environment where children feel loved, supported, and valued. Children learn best when given opportunities to explore, ask questions, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways. The philosophy encourages curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and social-emotional growth.
Ages served
Infants (0-12 months), Toddlers (1-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)

Programs

  • •Infant Care (0-12 months)
  • •Toddler Program (1-3 years)
  • •Preschool Program (3-5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Experienced, caring staff trained in early childhood education
  • ✓Safe, secure, and welcoming environment
  • ✓Age-appropriate activities with structured curriculum for preschoolers
  • ✓Strong parent-teacher communication and engagement opportunities

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours of operation, Teacher-to-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Outdoor play facilities, Schedule options (full-time, part-time, drop-in). 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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