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Finding the right childcare
in Glendale, California

Glendale, long nicknamed the "Jewel City," became a powerhouse of animation and entertainment, home to major studios like Marvel Animation and DreamWorks Animation alongside its historic Grand Central Airport. The city has flourished as a vibrant Armenian American cultural center, with Armenian Americans comprising over one-third of the population by the early 2000s. Today, Glendale blends this rich entertainment heritage and multicultural character while remaining one of Los Angeles County's largest cities. Glendale has over 40 licensed child care centers. We ranked every CCLD-licensed center by safety, curriculum, teacher quality, and more — based only on verified parent reviews. We scored each California-licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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1
Glendale Children's School
225 S Verdugo Rd, Glendale, CA 91205
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedMontessori-InspiredNo Citations on RecordLicense #198021082
7.2/ 10
Safety
8
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
3
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • 53 Yelp reviews (updated March 2026) — the largest parent review base of any Glendale CCLD child care center reviewed; all reviewers award top marks
  • CCLD inspection record shows zero citations across all inspections since licensing in September 2022 — performs better than the Los Angeles County average of 2.1 citations per facility
  • CCLD Day Care Center license #198021082, active since September 2022; capacity 100 children ages 2–5 — one of the highest-capacity centers in Glendale 91205
  • Montessori-inspired curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning in language, mathematics, science, art, physical education, theater, and music
  • Serves children ages 2 through 6 years in a warm, nurturing environment — strong reputation for developmental and academic preparation
  • Located at 225 S Verdugo in central Glendale — convenient for families across 91205 and neighboring ZIP codes

Considerations

  • Licensed in 2022 — relatively newer program compared to Glendale's longer-established centers; fewer years of operational history
  • No confirmed infant program — serves preschool ages 2–6; families needing care for infants under 2 will need separate arrangements
  • Phone number listed as (747) 240-6761 — families should confirm current enrollment availability and schedule a tour directly with the center
2
Glendale C.C. Child Development Center
1500 N Verdugo Rd, Glendale, CA 91208
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedNAEYC AccreditedGCC Lab School
6.8/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
6
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • NAEYC accredited — meets rigorous national standards; CCLD license #191225998 licensed since December 1990
  • Laboratory school for Glendale Community College — teachers are supervised Child Development students under faculty oversight
  • Serves birth through age 12; comprehensive age range with dedicated infant, toddler, and preschool tracks
  • High educational caliber: student-teachers bring current research-based practices with professional supervision
  • Nonprofit/public institutional accountability; California State Preschool Program (CSPP) options available
  • Located on the GCC campus in Montrose foothills — secure, well-maintained institutional environment

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Lab school context means student-teachers rotate through — less caregiver consistency than a standard center
  • Session-based schedule (MWF or TR options) — may not cover all working-parent hours without supplemental care
3
Next Generation Montessori School
345 N Cedar St, Glendale, CA 91206
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedMontessoriEst. 1997
6.8/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
6
Infant care
4
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 50 Yelp reviews — one of the most-reviewed Montessori centers in Glendale
  • Yahoo Local: 5.0 stars (37 reviews); Chamber of Commerce: 5.0 (12 reviews) — perfect scores across multiple platforms
  • Established 1997; 27+ years integrating children from diverse ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds
  • Curriculum blends hands-on science, early math, early literacy, music, and story time consistent with AMI Montessori principles
  • Capacity 45 children; licensed since 2019 under current entity — active CCLD license with no citations on any inspection
  • Four inspection records (2021–2025) with zero citations — exemplary clean compliance record
  • Parents describe staff as warm, nurturing, and genuinely invested in each child's individual development

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Does not participate in subsidized childcare programs — limited accessibility for income-qualified families
  • No infant program noted; serves ages 2–5
  • Relatively new CCLD license entity (2019) despite school operating since 1997 — verify continuity of operations directly
4
Grandview House Preschool
1212 N Pacific Ave, Glendale, CA 91202
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedLicense #198021591Organic Meals
6.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
4
K-ready
6
Teachers
8
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 32 Yelp reviews — one of the strongest review bases among Glendale preschools; consistently positive feedback
  • Teachers described across multiple reviews as warm, loving, and making learning fun — a top-down culture of care
  • Organic meal menu sets a healthy eating standard rare among licensed centers in Glendale
  • Daily reports sent home document what children ate, slept, learned — excellent parent communication noted by reviewers
  • Classroom cameras allow parents to watch children from home — strong transparency and peace-of-mind feature
  • Developmental program without overwhelming large class sizes; play-based with extracurricular activities
  • Field trips and holiday events (including a winter 'snow day') create memorable community experiences

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Type B citations from December 2025 inspection — minor compliance issues; families should ask about specifics
  • CCLD license #198021591 obtained recently (2021) — newer license means shorter track record than legacy centers
  • Serves ages 2–6; no infant program for children under 2 years
  • Capacity 76 children — on the larger side for a play-based developmental program
5
Saint Mark's Preschool
1020 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91202
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEpiscopalLicense #191225860
6.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
4
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 15 Yelp reviews; parents write they 'absolutely loved' their experience at St. Mark's — strong emotional endorsement
  • Founded 1989 and certified by the Episcopal Commission on Schools through the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles
  • Play-based curriculum with much of learning happening outdoors on two yards and a children's garden — rare outdoor emphasis
  • Specialized toddler program for children ages 18 months; CCLD license #191225860 active since August 1988
  • Low student-teacher ratios and flexible schedule options (half-day and full-day) to meet family needs
  • Open 7 am–6 pm Monday-Friday; centrally located on N Brand Blvd in Glendale

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Faith-based Episcopal curriculum — may not suit families seeking secular-only programming
  • Yelp pool of 15 reviews is moderate; larger review base would strengthen confidence in current quality
  • No infant program for children under 18 months
  • Brand Blvd location is high-traffic — drop-off and parking may be challenging during peak commute hours
6
My Wonder Years Preschool
312-324 Riverdale Dr, Glendale, CA 91204
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 2005Ages 2–5 yrLicense #198017479
6.4/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Facebook shows 96% recommend rating from 59 reviews — one of the strongest community endorsements of any Glendale childcare center
  • Accepts subsidized childcare through CCRC and the Pathway program — one of the few Glendale centers accessible to income-qualifying families
  • CCLD Day Care Center license #198017479, active since 2013; capacity 130 children — largest licensed capacity of any center in this review at 312-324 Riverdale Dr
  • Operating since 2005 — over 20 years of service to Glendale families in 91204
  • Staff members praised by name for 'loving and positive guidance'; mission explicitly centers on social, emotional, cognitive, and physical child development
  • Open Monday–Friday 7:30 am–6:00 pm — broad working-day coverage

Considerations

  • CCLD inspection records include 3 Type B citations (July 2021 and January 2025 inspections) — families should pull full citation detail at ccld.ca.gov
  • Located in 91204 ZIP code on Riverdale Drive — families should verify parking and drop-off logistics during a tour
  • Very large capacity of 130 — some families prefer smaller, more intimate programs; class size experience may vary by age group
7
Montessori Academy
1920 W Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91201
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 1988Toddler–KindergartenLicense #198004486
6.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
6
Infant care
3
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • 40 Yelp reviews (updated May 2026) — consistent parent satisfaction with Montessori outcomes and caring staff across many years of operation
  • Operating since 1988 — over 35 years of Montessori preschool service in Glendale 91201; one of the valley's most established programs
  • Ranks in top 20% of private schools in California per Private School Review 2026 — recognized academic quality
  • CCLD Day Care Center license #198004486, active since 1998; capacity 85 children; open 6:00 am–6:15 pm — very early opening for working families
  • Montessori curriculum for toddlers through kindergarten-ready children — strong developmental focus on independence and self-directed learning
  • Owner-operated by the same director since 1988 — consistent leadership and institutional continuity

Considerations

  • CCLD inspection records include 2 Type A and 15 Type B citations across multiple inspection periods — a meaningful number of citations that families should investigate in detail at ccld.ca.gov
  • Does not participate in subsidized child care programs — full private tuition required
  • Capacity of 85 in 91201 — confirm enrollment availability as this well-known program may have waitlists
8
Glendale Presbyterian Childcare Center
305 E Harvard St, Glendale, CA 91205
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedPresbyterianLicense #198021361
6.2/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
6
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Over 30 years of continuous operation in central Glendale — CCLD license #198021361; long community trust
  • 10-to-1 teacher-to-student ratio — well below state minimums; exceptional individual attention for each child
  • Serves infants from 6 weeks through kindergarten-entry age; full spectrum of early childhood covered
  • Parent reviews on Winnie note 'professional staff, great environment, and a kind director'
  • Values-rich Christian program fosters spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
  • Full-size gym and shaded playground on church campus; capacity 75 children with full indoor/outdoor facilities
  • Open 7:00 am–6:00 pm Monday-Friday; conveniently located in central Glendale

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • One Type B citation as of January 2026 inspection — minor compliance issue
  • Faith-based (Presbyterian) curriculum — may not suit families seeking secular-only programming
  • Very small review footprint publicly — Winnie reviews only; limited independent verification
9
Bonnie Academy
534 W Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91202
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 1965Ages 18 mo–6 yrLicense #198011059
6.1/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
3
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Operating since 1965 — over 60 years of continuous Glendale service; one of the longest-running preschool programs in the city
  • 33 Yelp reviews praising 'kind and caring' teachers and a 'welcoming environment'; parent noted children 'love going to school'
  • CCLD Day Care Center license #198011059, active since 2005; capacity 66 children ages 18 months to 6 years — serves a broad age range
  • Strong academic program with math, literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving; curriculum prepares children for kindergarten with a daily scheduled routine
  • Character building values — cooperation, teamwork, and conflict resolution integrated into daily curriculum
  • Open Monday–Friday 7:00 am–6:00 pm — full working-day coverage for Glendale families

Considerations

  • CCLD inspection history includes multiple complaint investigations in 2023 and 2024 — families should pull full investigation reports at ccld.ca.gov and verify current status
  • CCLD citations include code violations 101229(a) and 101223(a)(2) — nature of violations should be reviewed before enrollment
  • Does not participate in subsidized child care programs — full private tuition required
10
Grandview Children's Center
1130 Ruberta Ave, Glendale, CA 91201
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 1971Reggio-InspiredLicense #191290357
6.0/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
7
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
5
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum — emergent, child-directed learning approach where ideas arise from children's own interests; rare in Glendale's licensed preschool landscape
  • Established 1971 by Grandview Presbyterian Church — over 50 years of continuous community service; one of Glendale's oldest continuously operating preschools
  • Low teacher-to-child ratio of 1:5 in all classrooms — among the most favorable ratios of any Glendale center reviewed
  • CCLD Day Care Center license #191290357, active since January 1994; capacity 68 children ages 3–5 — well-established licensed program
  • Nondenominational enrollment welcoming — faith-rooted institution with inclusive admissions policy

Considerations

  • State CCLD licensing records note citations from inspections and complaint investigations during 2022-2026; families can review the current facility record and details at ccld.dss.ca.gov.
  • Multiple complaint investigations on file (2023, 2025) — families should request details of investigation outcomes from the L.A. East Regional Office
  • Part-day schedule (ages 3–5) — families needing full-day care should confirm current hours and extended-day availability directly with the center
11
Bright Start Child Development Center
3212 La Crescenta Ave, Glendale, CA 91208
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 1997
6.0/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
6
K-ready
5
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • 16 Yelp reviews; Yahoo Local: 4.5 stars (12 reviews) — warm multi-platform parent endorsement
  • Established 1997; 27+ years serving the Glendale community — long operational track record
  • Capacity 64 children; serves infants and toddlers through preschool — genuine multi-age care continuity
  • Staff described as warm and welcoming; parents praise teachers by name and cite long-term child progress
  • Most recent inspection December 2025; November 2024 evaluation with no citations — clean recent compliance record
  • Open year-round; curriculum focuses on social-emotional skills development through peer interaction with nutritious meals

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • One Type B citation (code 1596.7995(a)(1)) issued December 2025
  • Located in Verdugo Woodlands at 3212 La Crescenta — may require a drive for families in central or south Glendale
  • Does not participate in subsidized childcare programs
12
Bright Minds Child Care Center
2512 Weston Pl, Glendale, CA 91208
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedHead Start PartnerLicense #198020982
5.9/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Head Start program partner — children benefit from federally funded comprehensive early childhood services
  • Nature-based curriculum enrichments: gardening, field trips, guest visits, puppet shows alongside science and math
  • Serves ages 2–6; CCLD license #198020982; located in the Verdugo Woodlands neighborhood
  • Open 7:30 am–5:30 pm Monday-Friday; capacity 75 children — accessible for working families
  • Academic foundation covers science, math, phonics, and art — broad curriculum for comprehensive development
  • Verdugo Woodlands neighborhood setting provides quieter, residential environment for learning

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Head Start partnership means enrollment may be income-restricted or preference-based
  • No infant program; serves ages 2 and up only
13
Narek Day Care Center
321 Riverdale Dr, Glendale, CA 91204
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedArmenian ImmersionEst. 1998License #198003849
5.7/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Armenian language immersion program — one of the few CCLD-licensed preschools in Glendale offering Armenian as the primary instructional language; reflects and serves the city's large Armenian-American community
  • 3.5 stars from 12 Yelp reviews — majority of reviews are 5-star; parents praise quality of care and education
  • CCLD Day Care Center license #198003849, active since April 1998; capacity 90 children ages 2–5 — long-established program on Riverdale Dr in 91204
  • Operated by Narek Cultural Foundation — community nonprofit with deep roots in Glendale's Armenian cultural institutions
  • Most recent CCLD inspection April 2026 — active compliance monitoring; facility evaluation reports available at ccld.ca.gov

Considerations

  • Yelp reviews include 3 one-star reviews alongside positive feedback — mixed parent experiences; families should read full review text and seek current parent references
  • CCLD inspection records include 2 Type B citations (May 2023) — families should pull full citation detail at ccld.ca.gov
  • Armenian immersion curriculum may be a less natural fit for families not fluent in or seeking Armenian language education
14
Taline Mehrabian Christian Preschool
422 W Lexington Dr, Glendale, CA 91203
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedChristianLicense #198011672
5.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
4
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
7
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • CCLD license #198011672; serves Glendale's Armenian-American and broader community with Christian early education
  • Intimate program capacity of 31 children — very small group sizes support individualized attention
  • Christian faith integration provides values-based moral and spiritual development alongside academics
  • Central Glendale location on W Lexington Dr accessible to families across the city's Armenian-American community
  • Small capacity means family-like atmosphere unlikely to feel impersonal or institutional

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Very small capacity (31 children) — enrollment likely limited; waitlists probable for popular age groups
  • Limited public digital presence — no independent website found; transparency about current curriculum and hours is low
15
Glendale Montessori School
413 W Doran St, Glendale, CA 91203
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedMontessoriEst. 1971
5.4/ 10
Safety
4
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
4
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
4
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • GreatSchools: 5.0 (4 reviews); Care.com: 5.0 (3 reviews); Niche: 5.0 (1 review) — perfect scores on all platforms
  • Established 1971 by Arnolda Utrecht — over 50 years operating in Glendale as an independent Montessori school
  • Capacity 73 children; serves PK through grade 6 — continuity from toddler through elementary ages
  • 110 students currently enrolled; student-teacher ratio 11:1 per privateschoolreview.com
  • Licensed since June 1993; longstanding CCLD license

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Type A Citations: 2; Type B Citations: 7 across inspection history — above-average regulatory issues
  • Complaint investigation filed April 2022 — nature of complaint not publicly disclosed
  • State licensing inspection records note citations in areas that have included staff-to-child ratio and supervision requirements; prospective families may wish to review the current record.
  • No reviews currently posted on childcarecenter.us — limited community feedback on independent platforms
16
Columbus State Preschool
425 E Doran St, Glendale, CA 91205
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedGUSD OperatedLicense #198006185
5.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Glendale Unified School District operated — full district accountability, credentialed early childhood teachers
  • California State Preschool Program (CSPP) — income-eligible families receive high-quality free or reduced-cost care
  • CCLD license #198006185; capacity 26 children — small class size for a district program
  • Smooth transition pipeline to Glendale Unified Transitional Kindergarten and K through elementary
  • District oversight means structured curriculum aligned with California Preschool Learning Foundations

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Income eligibility requirement — not universally available to all Glendale families
  • Very small capacity (26 children) — extremely limited enrollment with anticipated waitlists
17
ABC Kids Preschool and Childcare
1215 E Garfield Ave, Glendale, CA 91205
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedBilingual Option
5.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
4
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Licensed child care center on E Garfield Ave serving south Glendale families in ZIP 91205
  • Bilingual programming options noted — beneficial for Glendale's diverse Armenian, Latino, and Asian communities
  • Central South Glendale location close to transit and accessible from multiple neighborhoods
  • Program serves young children with structured early learning activities in a small-center setting

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Limited publicly available information about capacity, hours, exact curriculum, and current inspection record
  • Specific CCLD license number not confirmed in available public records — families should verify directly
18
Glendale Bright Start
411 E Colorado St, Glendale, CA 91205
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 2005
5.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
4
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • 18 Yelp reviews — meaningful parent feedback for a small center
  • Parents report children have made measurable social and developmental progress over enrollment period
  • Program philosophy emphasizes social competency, self-esteem, and school readiness for ages 2–6
  • Licensed since 2005; most recent inspection April 2026 — active and recently evaluated by CCLD
  • Capacity 39 children — small boutique-style environment with individual attention

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Status listed as PENDING on one CCLD record — confirm current active status directly with the center
  • 4 Type B citations on 2018 inspection; complaint investigation January 2022 — compliance history warrants verification
  • Small capacity (39 children) limits spots; no subsidized care enrollment
  • Hours 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. only — limited coverage window compared to competitors
19
Kids Planet Preschool and Kindergarten
714 S Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedBilingual (English/Armenian)
5.1/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
6
Infant care
4
K-ready
6
Teachers
5
Compassion
5
Mgmt
4
Culture
5
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Rated 4.7/5 by ThreeBestRated.com expert panel — recognized as one of Glendale's top 3 preschools
  • Established 2010; modern facilities with separate restrooms and designated napping areas
  • Bilingual program (English and Armenian) — strong asset in Glendale's Armenian-American community
  • Serves ages 2 through 1st grade; capacity 70 children with hot breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon snacks provided
  • Curriculum integrates arts and crafts, dance, language acquisition, science, and basic arithmetic
  • Most recent inspection April 2026 — active and recently evaluated by CCLD

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • Yelp shows only 6 reviews with a 2.5-star average — the lowest Yelp rating of Glendale's top-ranked centers
  • A 2024 review on Yelp described the phone service as unhelpful, and some reviewers felt management could be more responsive.
  • Mixed Yelp reviews: some praise academics, others cite poor administration — inconsistent parent experience reported
20
Artek Child Education Center
546 W Broadway, Glendale, CA 91204
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedArmenian-FoundedEst. 2001
4.7/ 10
Safety
4
Curriculum
5
Art/Music
5
Infant care
4
K-ready
5
Teachers
5
Compassion
5
Mgmt
4
Culture
5
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Capacity 78 children — large licensed center in central Glendale with ample enrollment capacity
  • Licensed since March 2001; over 20 years of CCLD-licensed operation
  • Serves PK through kindergarten; student-teacher ratio approximately 11:1 per privateschoolreview.com
  • Located on W Broadway — accessible central Glendale location near public transit

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating found — Google star score could not be independently verified
  • State licensing inspection records note several Type B citations recorded during a 2023 visit, spanning more than one category; prospective families may wish to review the current facility record with the state.
  • Complaint investigation October 2021 — nature not publicly disclosed
  • No website found for independent research — limited transparency into current programs and staff
  • No reviews mean mgmt and culture ratings lowered from baseline per policy
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