Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Carson. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Carson. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
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CSUDH Infant-Toddler Development Center at 1000 E Victoria St in Carson is a university-affiliated, CCLD-licensed center specializing in infants and toddlers from birth through 36 months, with a dedicated inclusion program for toddlers with special needs—a rare offering in the South Bay region. Operating for nearly 40 years, the center maintains capacity of 42 children under supervision by Cal State Dominguez Hills faculty and early childhood education students, resulting in elevated adult-to-child ratios typical of specialized toddler programs. Operating hours of 8:00 am–6:00 pm Monday through Thursday and 8:00 am–5:00 pm Friday accommodate most working families' schedules. Access is prioritized for CSUDH students, faculty, and staff, and families should be aware that the program serves toddlers only; children aging out at 3 years will need transition to a preschool provider.
Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness3.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management5.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
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