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Firehouse School Pasadena

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

1041 Altadena Dr, Pasadena, CA 91107

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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 6/26/2024 (2 total).

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Firehouse School is a private preschool with locations in Pasadena and Altadena, California, serving infants through prekindergarten children for over 50 years. The school emphasizes individualized learning, small class sizes, and a balance between structured activities and child-led exploration.

Philosophy
Centered around creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued, inspired, and empowered to learn. The school believes in balancing structure with exploration, giving children the opportunity to follow their natural curiosity while building confidence, independence, and a lifelong desire to learn.
Ages served
2-4 years old for preschool program; also serves infants and toddlers
Hours
Monday – Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Outdoor
Blended indoor and outdoor curriculum with opportunities to explore and play both inside the classroom and outdoors

Programs

  • •Infant Program
  • •Toddler Program
  • •Preschool Program
  • •Prekindergarten

Highlights

  • ✓Small class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratios
  • ✓Over 50 years of experience
  • ✓On-site parking available
  • ✓Experienced and committed teachers and caregivers

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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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