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Pacific Explorer Montessori

5.0

My daughter Aleena Dias started school at the age of 3 at Pacific Explorer Montessori, when she was leaving she knew how to read, write, add and subtract. I'm so happy I chose Pacific Explorer Montessori for my daughter. Ms. Maduka and all the teachers are well experienced, kind and caring....

- Razana D

Coastal Kids Preschool

5.0

Great school with wonderful teachers. Highly recommended.

- Anna E

Crenshaw Children's Center

5.0

I absolutely love this center Moving here from another state and checking out other daycares I decided on this one. Best decision I ever made. It is a home away from home for my son. I also had another child go here and he still loves to visit everyday and loves the teachers. From the teachers, to...

- Kourtni

Paradise Daycare

5.0

I highly recommend Paradise Daycare. My 2 and 1/2 year old son has been with them since he was a little over 3 months old. He is a happy, well-adjusted toddler. I owe so much credit for this to Sarah and Marie. They have excellent experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers and are...

- Ann W

Preschools in Torrance, CA

Pacific Explorer Montessori

Pacific Explorer Montessori

22504 Eriel Ave, Torrance, CA

Costimate: $230/wk

5.0

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5.0
"My Son Michael O. Graduated this year. We started when he just turned 2 years and 3 Month. The school is excellent. My son reads and write by his self, and does Math from his brains. I am glad we choose Pacific Explorer Montessori, formally it was Young Explorer...

Maduka W


Coastal Kids Preschool

4172 Pacific Coast Highway, Torrance, CA

Starting at $295/mo

5.0

(1)

Coastal Kids Preschool opened in 1998. We are open Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Coastal Kids Preschool strives to meet the developing needs of children ages 2 to 5. We offer several programs.
5.0
"Great school with wonderful teachers. Highly recommended."

Anna E


Crenshaw Children's Center

Crenshaw Children's Center

18909 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA

Starting at $170/wk

5.0

(2)

As of 2015, we are under new management and are dedicated to offering the best Torrance and South Bay preschool by providing a loving and nurturing, social and learning environment at affordable rates. All of our teachers meet or exceed the State of California requirements for Preschool staff,...
5.0
"I absolutely love this center Moving here from another state and checking out other daycares I decided on this one. Best decision I ever made. It is a home away from home for my son. I also had another child go here and he still loves to visit everyday and loves...

Kourtni


Paradise Daycare

Paradise Daycare

4009 W 235th St, Torrance, CA

Costimate: $230/wk

5.0

(1)

We are a small fun loving home day care, located in South Torrance. Run by a mother daughter team. If you are looking for a warm nurturing environment where your little ones will learn, play, make friends and get undivided attention then Paradise Daycare is the place for you! We specialize in...
5.0
"I highly recommend Paradise Daycare. My 2 and 1/2 year old son has been with them since he was a little over 3 months old. He is a happy, well-adjusted toddler. I owe so much credit for this to Sarah and Marie. They have excellent experience with infants,...

Ann W


Home Away From Home

Home Away From Home

1060 Rayland Dr, Torrance, CA

Costimate: $198/wk

I am a licensed & accredited facility in the city of Torrance since1993. I & my staff are both 1st Aid & CPR certified. We offer online virtual learning during this time of Covid. We practice health safety measures with hand washing & sanitizing as well as temperature checks. Each child has his/her...

Backyard Bears Babysitting

Backyard Bears Babysitting

1516 Amapola Ave., Torrance, CA

Starting at $200/wk

Welcome to my home! My name is Norma Galitzen and I have been in the Early Childhood Education field for over 20 years. I have experience as a nanny, preschool teacher, preschool director and mom! Myself and my home have met all California state requirements to be a licensed small family child care....

Playhouse School

18213 Prairie Avenue, Torrance, CA

Costimate: $192/wk

Offering a balanced pre-school setting for the development of the whole child: intellectual, physical and social. Caring certified teachers create an atmosphere of learning inspiration in a family-like environment. Elementary classes include kindergarten and first grade. A well-known and...

Harbor-UCLA Children's Ctr

975 West Carson Street, Torrance, CA

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...

Greenwood Ave. KinderCare

1520 Greenwood Avenue, Torrance, CA

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...

St. Abraam Child Care Center

3645 W Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA

Starting at $560/day

St. Abraam Child Care Center is a Christian-inspired school that offers daycare and education for children. Its curriculum includes circle time, story time, music time, and snack and lunch time. The Center teaches children based on a Christian Developmental program. The facility is open Monday...

St Catherine Laboure'School

3846 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Torrance, CA

Starting at $6405/mo

St Catherine Laboure' School is located in Torrance, CA. It is a Catholic Christian pre-school that provides opportunities for children to learn more about God’s creation. They provide age-appropriate programs that are fun, interactive and creative. It is open Mondays to Fridays from 7:30a.m. to...

Tutor Time

2850 Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance, CA

Starting at $215/wk

Tutor Time based in Torrance, CA operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM and specializes in children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The center offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Prekindergarten, Kindergarten Prep, Before and After School Care, and Summer Camp programs.

Southwood Pre-School Inc

22422 Palos Verdes Blvd, Torrance, CA

Starting at $798/mo

Founded in 1969, Southwood Preschool, Incorporated is a childcare and early education provider located at 22422 Palos Verdes Boulevard, Torrance, California. The school provides programs for children ages 2,3,4, and prekindergarten, as well as enrichment programs in karate, gym/dance and computer....

Leap and Bound Academy

Leap and Bound Academy

22410 Palos Verdes Blvd. Torrance CA 90505, Torrance, CA

Starting at $185/wk

About Us: Leap & Bound is a family business. As such, we understand the importance of family relationships. We make sure to maintain a rapport with everyone who comes into our facilities, not just the students. We also check in to learn every family's dietary, sensory, and other personal needs....

Torrance South Bay YMCA Preschool & School Age Child Care

2900 West Sepulveda Boulevard, Torrance, CA

Costimate: $226/wk

We offer before and after school child care licensed child care at 12 schools and one preschool program. We want parents to have a peace of mind while their children are with us working one homework, eating healthy snacks, doing crafts, sports and much more. Our preschool program focuses on the...

Hands On Fun Preschool & Infant Center

Hands On Fun Preschool & Infant Center

1511 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA

Starting at $170/wk

Our staff strives to meet the individual needs of each child in the areas of social, emotional, cognitive, physical and creative development and to foster competence in our children because we believe to obtain competence one will experience joy and success. We believe children learn best through...

Leap and Bound Academy

23805 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA

Starting at $185/wk

About Us: Leap & Bound is a family business. As such, we understand the importance of family relationships. We make sure to maintain a rapport with everyone who comes into our facilities, not just the students. We also check in to learn every family's dietary, sensory, and other personal needs. We...

North Torrance Pre-School & Kindergarten

2806 W 182nd St, Torrance, CA

Starting at $169/wk

North Torrance Pre-School & Kindergarten in Torrance, CA features activity-based and developmentally appropriate programs for kids. They focus on the children's fundamental skills in a positive atmosphere where they learn while having fun. They offer a stimulating and secure environment where they...

SUIKA EDUCATION INC

2706 W 182nd St, Torrance, CA

Starting at $673/day

The Suika Education Incorporated located at 2706 West 182nd Street, Torrance, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and...

Pacific Explorer Montessori

Pacific Explorer Montessori

22504 Eriel Avenue, Torrance, CA

Starting at $225/wk

Pacific Explorer Montessori follows the innovative philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Our class rooms are equipped with high quality Montessori materials and caring loving teachers. The school has been catering to south bay community in the past 3 years. Our Tuition is very reasonable and we...

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Preschools in Torrance, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.