User Rating: 4 out of 5 stars (10 ratings)
The Learning Garden Preschool
- (310) 326-1361
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2165 W 236th St, Torrance, CA
90501
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Cross Streets: Between Haas Ave and Arlington Ave
33.811442
-118.319273
Loving, Safe, Environment-Infants to 6 Years Old
| Categories: | Preschools, Childcare Services, Continuing Education |
| Specialities: | Preschool, Kindergarten, Hablamos Espanol, Child Care Center, Toddlers, Potty Training, Nutritious Snacks And Hot Lunch Program, Music, Licensed Childcare Instructors, Infant's - Toddlers - Potty Training |
| Products and Services: | * Infants* Toddlers* Potty Training* Social Skills* Preschool* Kindergarten* Ages Six Weeks - Six Years |
| Year Established: | 1985 |
| Other Contact Info: | Email: tlgpreschool@hotmail.com |
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User Rating: 5 out of 5 starsMy daughter has been going to The Learning Garden for three months now, and I'm very delighted at her progress. This is not really a surprise because my son also went to TLG and now he's in 2nd grade and at the top of his class. We owe all of this to Ms. Zora and her staff, who are excellent with the children and my family and I recommend TLG to all local young parents
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User Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Convenient, a possible good curriculum, caring teachers, and affordable. Those were the reasons for taking my child here not too long ago. Once being a preschool teacher myself, it seemed like great place at first glance. This school is totally off base with child development. They are more focused on academic achievement (and my money!) than the children's whole well being. Walking in unexpected, I found the teachers scolding and shaming the children into doing work, and even scolded my child for holding her beloved craft project. She wanted to keep it with her and she told me later the teacher grabbed it out of her hands! Teachers are supposed to teach and model NOT to grab. When doing their work, they looked bored, uninterested, and sometimes scared. They did not want to learn. How could they? Young children need to learn through play, and for those who had a hard time focusing their energy on the worksheets were forced to sit down on the bench during recess. Three and four year olds need to move to grow strong!
I am not great at confronting but I tried to open a little dialogue without them knowing of my own past experience. Unfortunately, whenever I tried to talk about this the teachers and director just brushed me off saying "this is good for them." I don't believe they really know how to teach young children. I'm sure many of them do not have a degree in it. I would look elsewhere if you want a more positive experience for you child's relationship with you, their teachers, their peers, and life and learning in general. -
User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
My daughter has been going to LGP for about 8 months now, and I have to say, she's very happy there. Not one time has she cried for me when I left after checking her in. Of course, I don't know if it's her personality, or the fact that she likes her caregivers very much. I like to think it's a combination of both. Of course, like any new parent, I get frustrated that I have to work and leave my child in the care of someone else, but Ms. Zora has been able to address my frustrations and make me feel confident that my child is in good hands. I get phone calls whenever something out of character for my daughter is happening, so I'm kept continually updated. And, I like the fact that I'm the one dictating her schedule. The staff are very good and keeping her to that schedule, unless of course my daughter decides to switch things up. All in all, I think I can recommend The Learning Garden to prospective parents.
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Dear m, as administrator of the school, I feel compelled to respond to your comments. I don't ever recall "brushing off" any of my parents. I am responsible for the well being of every child in our care and every parent who trusts us with the care of their child. I sincerely wish you had brought your concerns to me and had allowed me to take care and address any issues that had bothered you. Please rest assured that our teachers are all very caring individuals and are credited in early childhood education. Further, I'm very much interested in the affairs of our children and our parents. You're always welcome at any time to stop by and talk with me. With best regards and wishes.