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Find Trusted Child Care Centers Near Me in Gardena, CA

We have 60 child care centers in Gardena, CA! Compare and find the best child care center to fit your needs.

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ARISE FAMILY CHILDCARE CENTER LLC

15019 S WESTERN AVE GARDENA, CA

1 mi

ARISE FCC offers contactless attendance and payments to keep our families safe. Combining early learning with superior childcare, ARISE FCC is one of the most respected centers in the Gardena area. Children are provided with ample room to play and explore with plenty of personal attention and care from our staff. It is important to encourage children to reach their maximum potential. ARISE believes that starting early provides them with additional confidence and a sense of being.
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Humble Hearts Family Childcare

13331 Gramercy Place Gardena, CA

1 mi

Humble Hearts Family Childcare is a licensed family childcare home that serves children ages 4 weeks -- 12 years of age. Our program is unique in that we function similar to a preschool center with our competitive curriculum, extended hours, and other amenities, but still have the warm, loving environment of a family childcare home. We offer the following services: * 24/7 care. * Preschool curriculum. * Before & After school care w/ free tutoring service. * Transportation. * Electronic daily report. * Potty training available. * Hot nutritious meals. * Field trips. * Birthday parties. * Parent's Night Out.
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Twinkle Tots Child Care/Preschool

555 W. Redondo Beach Blvd. Ste.100 Gardena, CA

1 mi

Twinkle Tots' is a Preschool based on the Reggio Emilia approach. We provide a warm, enriching, and nurturing environment with a child-led and inquiry-based learning.Our vision is to inculcate curiosity and to inspire children through hands-on learning. We visualize a community that prepares its individuals to strengthen consensus and develop the perception of learning through discussion, reflection, and collaborative work.
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Mariposa Child & Infant Center

1316 W. 169th Place Gardena, CA

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Mariposa Child &amp; Infant Center was officially established in the year 2002 by our head business owner, Belinda Vinh, along with her daughters, Shani and Sandy Vinh. Our MCIC team has over 16+ years of experience in educating and caring for all children, from infants to preschoolers. Our facility has three dedicated rooms for our infants- &quot;Early Bloomers&quot;, our toddlers- &quot;Blue Birds&quot;, and our preschoolers- &quot;Green Frogs.&quot; Each room is designed for each age-appropriate group to explore and enhance their milestones. Here at MCIC, we believe that every child experiences their own life journey, we encourage them to explore and have new ideas, and we support all of their questions! MCIC genuinely cares for your children and we are proud to be the team that introduces your child's curious mind to wonderful experiences that they will always cherish throughout their childhood. Feel free to follow us @Mariposafcc on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat!
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Rainbow's Kids Family Child Care

2162 W 144th St Gardena, CA

1 mi

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Brown Family Day Care

13312 S Catalina Ave Gardena, CA

< 1 mi

Brown Family Daycare is a childcare center that provides before and after school programs for children. Established in 2010, it is located at 13312 S Catalina Ave Gardena CA. Operating hours are Mondays through Fridays from 7:00am to 5:00pm.
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St Anthony's Day Nursery

1044 W 163rd St Gardena, CA

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St Anthony's Day Nursery in Gardena,California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids of all ages.
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Gardena Valley Christian Preschool

1409 W 182nd St Gardena, CA

1 mi

Located at 1409 West 182nd St, Gardena, California, Gardena Valley Christian Preschool provides an accelerated academic program taught from a Biblical perspective. The school offers preschool, kindergarten to 8th grade, and before/after school programs that help in the holistic development of a child. The school's operating hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday thru Friday.
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Gardena Valley Baptist Preschool

1473 W. 182nd Street Gardena, CA

1 mi

The Gardena Valley Baptist Preschool in Gardena, California provides preschool education in a safe and nurturing environment. Their curriculum encourages spiritual, mental, and physical development to build the foundation of their student's lives. They use Biblical-integrated and technology-based methods of child education. They are open Mondays to Fridays, from eight in the morning to four in the afternoon.
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Seaside Village Children's Center

5.0(3)

4 mi

2400 Nelson Ave REDONDO BEACH,, CA

The mission of Seaside Village Children's Center is to provide quality early childhood education for our community of learners and their families. We provide a developmentally appropriate environment in which children are engaged in wonder, creativity, imagination, exploration and empathy. Our goal is to inspire and nurture children's relationships with others and to embrace and encourage competence and self-reliance. For more photos, please check out our Instagram with our updates on curriculum and activities @seasidevillagecc

Care Member says "We feel so lucky to have found this hidden gem and the amazing, caring staff. Both of my kids have thrived here since 2021. The wonderful staff, who...

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Sing With Me Family Childcare

5.0(3)

4 mi

20208 WADLEY AVE CARSON, CA

Sing With Me Family Childcare is located in Carson,CA. Our program provide 24 hour care 7 days a week. Mack Family Childcare believes in providing kindergarten readiness and the way we do this is by creating a routine that consist of free play, table time, circle time, an outside free play. Our program also provides breakfast lunch and snacks to ensure our kids are healthy and strong. In addition to our Childcare program, we also created 24 hour care for families that work nights and weekends. Once families Enroll into our program, they become a part of our family. We believe that teamwork makes the dream work and try to do whatever it takes to meet our families.needs.

Miss D. says "5 stars! I love the location and the staff is great! Meals are very good quality, and the facility is always fresh and clean!"

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A Child's Place Los Angeles

5.0(3)

8 mi

1701 BROWNING BLVD LOS ANGELES, CA

A Child’s Place LA is a licensed commercial childcare center located in the 90062 zip code of Los Angeles, CA. While our goal is to deliver quality childcare services to the residents and employees of the Exposition Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, and Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw corridors, our mission is to inspire well-balanced, productive, and joyful lifelong learners. Through curiosity, exploration, and play, our well-trained professionals focus on critical early childhood developmental areas such as First Five school readiness, cognitive recognition and expression, and positive peer interaction.

Latonya H. says "A Child’s Place Los Angeles was such a blessing for our family. My sons attended A Child's Place Los Angeles for about eight years. My children felt a...

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SHALEM EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING COMMUNITY

5.0(1)

6 mi

1829 N SEPULVEDA BLVD MANHATTAN BCH, CA

Shalem Preschool is a vibrant early childhood learning center serving families throughout the South Bay. Rooted in the belief that young children thrive when their minds, bodies, and souls are nurtured together, Shalem offers a warm, inclusive environment where every child is seen, supported, and celebrated. Our play-based curriculum encourages exploration, creativity, and connection, helping children build strong foundations in social-emotional development, early literacy, and critical thinking. With small class sizes, dedicated educators, and a strong community spirit, Shalem is a joyful place where children love to learn—and where families find a true sense of belonging.

Jessica I. says "Shalem, has been our preschool for the last 3 years. It was really important for us to have our daughters go to a place where they would feel loved, be...

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PACIFIC COAST MONTESSORI ACADEMY

5.0(2)

7 mi

2342 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY LOMITA, CA

At Pacific Coast Montessori Academy, we are proud to offer families in the Lomita community a truly authentic Montessori education, thoughtfully designed to nurture the whole child. Our bright, carefully prepared classrooms are filled with natural light and beautifully crafted Montessori materials that invite exploration, independence, and a love of learning. We welcome families to tour our school by appointment, with morning visits encouraged so parents can observe the uninterrupted Montessori Work Cycle in action—an essential element of an authentic Montessori environment. This firsthand experience allows families to truly understand how children engage deeply, make purposeful choices, and develop concentration at their own pace. Our highly certified Montessori teachers are deeply committed to each child’s academic, social, and emotional growth. Through intentional instruction, guidance in Grace and Courtesy, an emphasis on proper nutrition, and consistently safe and nurturing environments, we support children as they build confidence, responsibility, and respect for themselves and others. Pacific Coast Montessori Academy is recognized as Lomita’s truly authentic Montessori private school, offering year-round enrollment based on availability. Each child is presented with hands-on, tactile lessons within a calm, peaceful, and normalized environment, fostering curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning across the following areas: • Grace & Courtesy • Practical Life • Sensorial • U.S. & World Geography • Science • Language • Mathematics At Pacific Coast Montessori Academy, we prepare children not only for academic success—but for life.

Jasmyn A. says "My now 4-year-old has attended the school for 2.5 years, starting in the Toddler room at 18 months old. From the beginning, he made great connections...

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KIDTOPIA EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5.0(2)

8 mi

4313 CRENSHAW BLVD LOS ANGELES, CA

Kidtopia early learning center currently is one of if not the best early learning centers around. Kidtopia offers small class sizes for plenty of one on one care, attention, love and development. Our facility meets and exceeds standards of the state and local governments. Did I mention the staff, all of our teachers are tenured and well educated in child development. Kidtopia’s goal is to develop the whole child and encourage growth with know limits.

Danae X. says "They are great! I would give them a 10 if I could. One thing for sure Mr. and Mrs. Smith go above and beyond for all the kids. My daughter has been there...

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DORLUS FAMILY CHILD CARE

5.0(2)

5 mi

839 E. 84th St. LOS ANGELES, CA

Welcome to Legacy Builders Day Care! We offer children a supportive and friendly environment that’s just like home. At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones. With over 10 years of experience and certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Early Childhood Education, we are committed to providing the highest quality of childcare. With our approach to developmentally appropriate practices for children to encourage their excitement for learning, we focus on a variety of Montessori Inspired, Faith-based, and Developmental Play-based activities, which fosters a love of learning. We know that schedules vary, and we have options for part-time and full-time packages. At our daycare, we provide a culturally diverse learning environment by offering programs in English, basic Spanish and French. We can't wait to meet you! Please reach out to schedule your tour.

Trinitee L. says "They are very caring and attentive. Since my daughter has been going there, she has blossomed into a very advanced toddler. They have taught her manners...

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Scott Family Childcare

5.0(2)

4 mi

1763 East Dimondale Drive CARSON, CA

As a licensed child care provider it is our goal that each child we encounter be treated as his or her own individual self. It is also my goal to help each child maximize their potential in a creative environment that will stimulate their cognitive , social, physical, and emotional development.  Our indoor and outdoor environment promotes growth and fun development for the children. Please come take a tour.

Michelle N. says " Very communicative, nice. I like the way our relationship was. "

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Creative Day Academy

4.0(1)

9 mi

8740 RAMONA ST BELLFLOWER, CA

Creative Day Academy provides a caring environment where your child can learn and grow. We have a large, park-like playground. We serve children starting at age 2 - Kindergarten.

Davina M. says "We have been there about three years. Because of covid the teachers changed out a little but for the most part they are still good. They have a lot of...

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Young Achievers Learning Academy

5.0(5)

5 mi

22922 DOLORES ST CARSON, CA

At our center, we believe every child can Achieve, in a safe, nurturing, and diverse environment! Where every child feels welcome and valued. Recognizing that each child's level of competency is unique, we use best practices and an integral curriculum tailored to individual needs. Our approach is designed to foster learning in ways that are most impactful for each child, helping them reach their full potential. We’re dedicated to meeting diverse learning styles through imaginative play, storytelling, visual arts and crafts, hands-on activities, and exploration of nature, textures, and tastes. Our Mission The mission is our environment is crafted to nurture the social, emotional, and physical development of young minds, ensuring that their unique creative imagination is recognized and cultivated so every child can THRIVE! Winter Enrollment Special, contact us for more information!

Care Member says "YALA has had a crucial impact on my child&#39;s academic experience! In this era, it is hard to find a good center that cares for EACH children&#39;s...

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Holy Trinity Child Care Center

5.0(1)

5 mi

9300 S Crenshaw Blvd Inglewood, CA

Holy Trinity Child Care Center (HTCCC) has been caring and educating Inglewood's young children for 40 years. Our program continually builds a foundation that facilitates self-esteem, independent thinking, the importance of good citizenship, sharing and caring, respect, and a strong academic program. We serve children aged 18 months through 5 years old. Our full-time program boasts a full curriculum, on-site lending library, enrichment classes, music, field trips, assemblies, and family involvement.

Tara P. says "HTCCC is AMAZING! The director, Ms. Rosie has a heart of gold and the children ALL love her. They have a very active parent council and the teachers are...

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Recent child care center reviews from local parents in Gardena, CA

Child Care Centers in Gardena, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Seaside Village Children's Center

We feel so lucky to have found this hidden gem and the amazing, caring staff. Both of my kids have thrived here since 2021. The wonderful...

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Sing With Me Family Childcare

5 stars! I love the location and the staff is great! Meals are very good quality, and the facility is always fresh and clean!

- Miss D.

A Child's Place Los Angeles

A Child’s Place Los Angeles was such a blessing for our family. My sons attended A Child's Place Los Angeles for about eight years. My...

- Latonya H.

FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Gardena, CA

Child care centers near you in Gardena, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Gardena, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Gardena, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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