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Jim Gilliam Child Care Center

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

4000 So. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90008

Visit website ↗(323) 291-5929Directions ↗Licensed for 45
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Licensing & safety record

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

Jim Gilliam Child Care Center is a state-licensed facility operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks that provides full-day care for preschool children ages 2.5 to kindergarten entry. The program uses the Creative Curriculum method of teaching and offers funding for income-eligible families through the California Department of Education.

Philosophy
Creative Curriculum method of teaching
Ages served
2.5 years to entry into kindergarten
Hours
Before-school programs begin at 7:00am; after-school program hours are 2:30pm to 6:00pm

Programs

  • •Full-day preschool care
  • •Before and after-school child care

Highlights

  • ✓State-licensed child care facility
  • ✓Funding available for income-eligible families
  • ✓Creative Curriculum teaching method
  • ✓Specialized classes available

Not stated on their website: Tuition/Fees, Teacher ratio, Meals, Outdoor facilities, Specific schedule/calendar. 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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