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Jefferson Childrens Center

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

391 North Sierra Bonita, Pasadena, CA 91106

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
5
Last visit
7/17/2025
Total visits
13

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

PUSD's Full Day Preschool program at Jefferson Children's Center is a research-based early childhood education program for ages 3-5 that develops the whole person through individualized support. The program operates Monday-Friday and is free for eligible low-income families.

Philosophy
Individualized support that develops the whole person by nurturing each child's physical, social, emotional, creative, linguistic, and cognitive growth. Research-based approach helps children build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking while learning math, languages, science, arts, conflict resolution, shared responsibilities, and collaborative work.
Ages served
Ages 3-5 year old by December 1
Hours
Full-day

Programs

  • •Full-day preschool
  • •Before and After-School Care (Washington and Longfellow Children's Centers only)

Highlights

  • ✓Free services for low-income families who are eligible for state funding
  • ✓Individualized support and research-based approach
  • ✓Develops whole child: physical, social, emotional, creative, linguistic, and cognitive growth
  • ✓Teaches collaboration, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills

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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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