Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Pasadena. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Living Way Day Care Center is a CCLD-licensed facility at 835 Hastings Ranch Dr in east Pasadena, operated by Living Waters Church and serving infants from 6 weeks through preschool age 5. In operation since 2006, the center provides a Christian environment emphasizing spiritual, academic, and recreational growth within an intimate setting of 27 children, allowing consistent caregiving relationships. Parent reviews praise the outdoor space and caring staff, and the center operates 7 am–6 pm Monday–Friday to accommodate working families. With a capacity of 27, enrollment fills quickly; families should contact early. The center carries Type B citations from its 2025 and 2023 inspections, warranting verification that identified issues have been addressed.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management5.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
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