LADERA HEIGHTS PREP. DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Hours

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Licensing visits on record

California records 2 routine inspection visits and no visits prompted by a complaint to LADERA HEIGHTS PREP. DEVELOPMENT CENTER.

1. October 14, 2025Most recent inspection visit
2. March 22, 2024Inspection visit

Amenities and accessibility

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

How the reviews split

The 3.7 average comes from 3 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

• 5 star2
• 4 star0
• 3 star0
• 2 star0
• 1 star1

From Google

Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  My name is Leeah Pogues and I have two daughters, ages 6 and 4. I’m writing this review to share my honest experience with Ladera Heights Prep Development Center so other parents can make informed decisions. During the time my children attended, I had to address multiple concerns with the provider about raising her voice and yelling at my kids. I brought this up on several occasions because my children consistently expressed feeling uncomfortable and upset. Each time I tried to communicate, my concerns were dismissed or minimized. The situation became more concerning when my 6-year-old shared that she was being yelled at while trying to understand her math work. Instead of being helped with patience, she was told to go play after expressing that she didn’t understand. That is not the type of learning or emotional environment I want for my children. When I continued to advocate for my kids, I was made to feel like I was the problem for bringing it up. Because of this, I made the decision to terminate services. After ending care, I was informed that the provider told my childcare program (Crystal Stairs) that she was concerned about my well-being. I strongly feel this was said out of frustration because I chose to remove my children, and it was both inappropriate and untrue. As a parent, I take my children’s voices seriously. They deserve to feel safe, respected, and supported especially in a learning environment. I encourage other parents to pay close attention to how their children feel and to trust their instincts. This was my experience, and I hope it helps someone else.

  Leeah ReedMar 26, 2026
• ★★★★★

  My daughter has been attending since she was 18 months old, and she’s now 3 years old. I truly appreciate the owner and the care she provides. My daughter has learned so much—she’s speaking clearly, recognizing numbers, shapes, and more. The owner is incredibly sweet and attentive, treating every child as if they were her own. Having my daughter here gives me peace of mind while I’m at work, knowing she’s in a safe and nurturing environment. I’m so grateful I found this place and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a childcare center that prioritizes children’s education and growth.

  Joshua TurnerSep 26, 2025

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.