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 for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Hawthorne. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Full Ranking Detail
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Trinity Lutheran Preschool & Infant Care Center is a small, church-affiliated Lutheran preschool and infant care program at 4726 W 129th St in Hawthorne, California, serving children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. With CCLD license #197417953, a capacity of 16 children, and an unblemished inspection record across three documented CCLD reviews (August 2022, September 2023, and November 2025), the center maintains a secure, nurturing Christian environment guided by professionally prepared teachers. Extended hours from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, combined with hot meals and activities like tumbling classes and soccer programs, support working families seeking faith-based early education. Families should note that the center's Lutheran mission and Christian curriculum are integral to its identity, making it better suited to families comfortable with a faith-based approach rather than those seeking secular programming.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management5.0
Culture5.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Christian, faith-based preschool program that is part of Trinity Lutheran Church. Uses age-appropriate, challenging and stimulating activities with a focus on the process rather than the product, led by professionally prepared teachers.
Programs & activities: Tumbling/dance classes (additional fee) and Soccer Shots program; monthly newsletter and Sunshine Reports; Pre-K graduation ceremony.
What sets it apart: Serves children ages 2-5; hours 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; hot lunch and snacks provided; described as a safe and clean environment; admits children of any race, creed, or national origin.
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