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YWCA Of La / Day Care Center Preschool

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

2519 W. Vernon Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90008

Visit website ↗(323) 295-4280Directions ↗Licensed for 73
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
2/27/2023
Total visits
2

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

YWCA of LA operates six child development centers across Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley, serving infants through five-year-olds with quality early childhood education. Programs are free for eligible low-income families and include meals, outdoor play, and instruction guided by the High Scope curriculum.

Philosophy
Focus on physical, social/emotional/cultural, cognitive, language, and self-mastery skills through hands-on learning via play and interaction, with emphasis on critical thinking, cooperation, and problem-solving.
Ages served
6 weeks to 5 years (age requirements vary by location)
Hours
7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Outdoor
Outdoor play is provided daily, weather permitting
Meals
Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks included

Programs

  • •High Scope curriculum-based instruction
  • •Nutrition lessons
  • •Music classes for preschoolers
  • •Fitness activities
  • •STEM, literacy, cognition, and social-emotional development learning areas
  • •Mental health support when needed

Highlights

  • ✓Ranked Tier 5 High-Quality Centers by Quality Start Los Angeles
  • ✓Free tuition for eligible low-income families
  • ✓Low teacher-to-child ratios (1:3 infants, 1:4 toddlers, 1:8 preschool)
  • ✓Six locations across Los Angeles area

Not stated on their website: Tuition amounts for non-qualifying families, Specific income eligibility thresholds, Teacher qualifications beyond ECT-certified, Curriculum details beyond High Scope, Parent involvement opportunities, Discipline policies, Toilet training approach, Special needs accommodation details. 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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