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North Torrance Day Care Center

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

2806 West 182nd Street, Torrance, CA 90504

Visit website ↗(310) 323-6995Directions ↗Licensed for 101
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
9/27/2024
Total visits
5

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

La Marina Preschool and Child Care Center operates a North Torrance location serving infants through kindergarten-age children. The center offers programs including infant care, preschool, kindergarten, before and after school care, and summer day camp.

Ages served
Infant through Kindergarten

Programs

  • •Infant
  • •Preschool
  • •Kindergarten
  • •Before & After School Care
  • •Summer Day Camp

Highlights

  • ✓Teachers described as caring, loving, and experienced
  • ✓Willingness to accommodate special needs like breathing treatments
  • ✓Cloth diaper option available upon parent request
  • ✓Before and after care for Arlington Elementary in Torrance

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours of operation, Teacher ratio, Meals provided, Outdoor facilities, Educational philosophy. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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