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Village Park Montessori Preschool

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

4240 Artesia Blvd, Torrance, CA 90504

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
8
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
7/30/2025
Total visits
9

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

Village Park Montessori is a Montessori daycare in Torrance serving infants through kindergarten-ready students using authentic Montessori methods in prepared classrooms. The school emphasizes independence, academic growth, and emotional development through child-centered learning.

Philosophy
Montessori education built on child-centered approach where children choose meaningful work, develop concentration, and engage in real-world tasks. Teachers serve as guides rather than instructors, observing and supporting each child's natural development. The school emphasizes respect, order, purposeful activity, and intrinsic motivation.
Ages served
Infants (0–12 months) through kindergarten-ready (4–5 years); programs include Butter Cups (0–12 months), Pooh Bears (12–24 months), Caterpillars (24–36 months), Lady Bugs (3–3.5 years), Butterflies (3.5–4 years), and Dolphins (4–5 years)
Outdoor
Outdoor play areas allow children to develop physical coordination while reinforcing social cooperation

Programs

  • •Infant Program – Butter Cups (0–12 months)
  • •Toddler Babies – Pooh Bears (12–24 months)
  • •Toddlers – Caterpillars (24–36 months)
  • •3 Year Olds – Lady Bugs (3–3.5 years)
  • •4 Year Olds – Butterflies (3.5–4 years)
  • •5 Year Olds – Dolphins (4–5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Authentic Montessori methods with intentionally prepared classrooms
  • ✓Low student-to-teacher ratios for individualized attention
  • ✓Montessori-trained educators
  • ✓Safe campus with secure access and monitored environments

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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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