Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Hawthorne. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Hawthorne. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
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Atherton Baptist Church Preschool is a CCLD-licensed, accredited preschool serving children ages 2–5 in Hawthorne, founded in 1975 with capacity for 46 children. The center operates an ABeka curriculum enriched with arts, music, dance, and Bible study, supported by bilingual English/Spanish staff and regular field trips throughout the year. Extended hours (6:30 am–6:00 pm) and provided breakfast and snacks appeal to working families in the South Bay area. Its recent compliance record is clean, though three minor Type B citations from a February 2024 inspection warrant review; families should note that the center's faith-based Christian values integration and potty-training requirement for ages 2–5 may not align with all household preferences.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Faith-based academic preschool using Abeka and BJU Press Christian curricula. Affiliated with Atherton Baptist Church, with the motto 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.'
Programs & activities: Educational field trips throughout the year (e.g., Noah's Ark at the Skirball Cultural Center). Nutritional breakfast and afternoon snacks provided; parent communication via the BrightWheel app.
What sets it apart: Described as an accredited school serving children ages 2-5 in Hawthorne, CA. Markets a secure and safe environment, personalized learning, and affordable quality care for working families; currently enrolling for the 2025/2026 school year.
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