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Monterey Park Christian School

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

1951 South Garfield Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
9
Complaint visits
5
Last visit
8/15/2025
Total visits
11

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

Monterey Park Christian School serves ages 2 to Pre-Kindergarten with a curriculum that combines academic excellence with hands-on learning. The school emphasizes Christian values, using Positive Behavior Support methods to teach responsibility and respect.

Philosophy
Loving + Learning = Living. The school believes children reach their full God-given potential in an atmosphere of love reflecting Jesus Christ. They are committed to helping children reach intellectual potential through excellent academic curriculum and instruction in music, art, and foreign language, while partnering with parents to raise confident, responsible children who succeed mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually.
Ages served
Ages 2 to Pre-Kindergarten
Outdoor
The school has play areas that promote thinking, problem solving, turn taking, physical dexterity, and good health. Play areas provide space for pretending, expressing, and imagining.
Religious
Christian

Programs

  • •Phonics
  • •Reading (Pre-K)
  • •Mathematics/Common Core Standards
  • •Hands-on science
  • •Spanish
  • •Cooking
  • •On and off campus field trips
  • •Music
  • •Art

Highlights

  • ✓Positive Behavior Support methods
  • ✓Hands-on creative learning
  • ✓Classes tailored to developmental needs (Tadpoles, Frogs, Pre-K)
  • ✓Focus on academic excellence and spiritual development

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