1 / 5MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE
LICENSED232 N. LAKE AVE #100, PASADENA, CA 91101
DAY CARE CENTER in Los Angeles County, California
- Hours
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 75 children
The public record
- License number
- 198020150
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- DAY CARE CENTER
- Licensed capacity
- 75 children
- Address
- 232 N. LAKE AVE #100, PASADENA, CA 91101
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- +16264375506
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- March 1, 2019
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Licensing visits on record
California records 3 routine inspection visits and 3 complaint visits to MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE.
- Most recent inspection visit
- Inspection visit
- Inspection visit
What California does not publish here
The state publishes when licensing staff visited, not what they found. We do not hold California’s inspection findings, so nothing on this page tells you whether a visit resulted in a citation. A visit count is a measure of licensing activity, and a facility visited more often is not for that reason a worse one. Read the findings in California’s own facility search.
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.8 average comes from 23 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star22
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
From Google
Recent parent reviews
Both my kids attended Mentor Preschool between 2014 and 2020. It was a safe, warm, clean, and inviting environment. The teachers and staff were kind and cared so much for our kids. They both have fond memories of their time there. One thing my kids talk about till this day is the amazing meals Mr. GJ prepared for them.
Maritess BuenoJul 8, 2026Both my daughters attended Mentor several years ago when they were 2 and 5. GJ and the entire staff were absolutely wonderful, caring, and trustworthy. My family was going through a big life transition at the time, and I will be forever grateful for all the love and care that we all received at Mentor. Extra shout out for the home-cooked meals that were often provided for the children. This is huge!
Tom SmithJun 18, 2026Both of our children attended this preschool, and now that they're older, they still talk about their time there. The caring teachers, nurturing environment, and sense of community made it a truly special place for our family. We were lucky enough to attend both the original location and now the new location on Lake. It was clear that the staff genuinely cared about each child and took the time to help them grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We also can't fail to mention Mr. GJ's exceptional cooking! We are incredibly grateful for the wonderful foundation this preschool provided and highly recommend it to any family looking for a place for their children!
Joanna JardelezaJun 17, 2026Sending your kids to preschool can feel scary. Am I choosing the right one? Will my child feel nurtured? Will they be prepared emotionally, socially and academically for “big school” aka kindergarten? I can confidently say that Mentor Ave preschool has exceeded my expectations. As an involved mom and an educator myself, I am so grateful that God led me to this safe, nurturing, kind, intentional space where my children are building a strong foundation in character development, social skills, and emotional safety that I highly value. Every teacher deeply cares about the well being of each student. Every teacher knows every child’s name regardless of whether they are in their class. They play outside, inside, as a group, and independently. I love the diversity of the school and the welcoming loving space they provide to everyone. If you’re looking for a place you can drop your child off and feel confident in the love, care, and education they are getting, then Mentor is the place to choose. It’s our extended family.
Monica Rodriguez LukeshJun 17, 2026Mentor is a phenomenal preschool. We chose it because of the warmth and love the exuded from the teachers, GJ and the staff. My son loved going to school everyday. There is a strong emphasis on teaching the children kindness, manners as well as writing, idnetifying letters and numbers. It was so full of love, and fun. It is a place full of diverse families, who priortize community and GJ makes delicious and healthy food.
Natalia OlarteJun 17, 2026Childcare excels and goes above and beyond for each student. Staff identify student strengths and empower student’s strengths. Staff also identify areas needing improvement and come together as a “village” to help students develop, grow, be comfortable in their uniqueness and build confidence needed for their growth amongst peers. Teachers are high valued leaders that build up students, communities, and future community leaders. They practice healthy boundary setting to promote student autonomy and to also promote importance of following structure and rules. I am beyond thankful for what they do for my daughter and for all the kids and families they touch.
GilbertJun 17, 2026
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE
Is MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE a licensed child care provider in California?
- Yes. MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE holds California licence 198020150, currently listed as "LICENSED" by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, first issued on March 1, 2019. Confirm current standing with the agency before enrolling.
What kind of child care licence does MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE hold?
- California licenses MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE as a day care center, a category that covers preschool-age children in a centre-based programme. The category comes from the state's own licence record, not from the provider.
How many children can MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE care for?
- MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE is licensed for up to 75 children at one time. Licensed capacity is a ceiling set by the state, not a count of current enrolment or of available places.
How often has California inspected MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE?
- California records 3 inspection visits to MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE, the most recent on March 3, 2026 and the earliest on record April 6, 2023. The state publishes the dates of these visits but not what they found, so this count reflects licensing activity, not results. Read the findings themselves in California's own facility search.
Has California visited MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE in response to a complaint?
- California records 3 complaint-driven visits to MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE. A complaint visit means someone raised a concern and the state went to look. California does not publish what those visits found, so the count on its own does not say whether any concern was upheld.
Who holds the licence for MENTOR PRESCHOOL ON LAKE?
- The licence is held by SALCEDO-LICHAUCO ENTERPRISES, LLC. California lists the licensee separately from the facility name, so the two often differ. The facility is in Los Angeles County.
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About this record
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Where this comes from
- Primary. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division facility search, facility 198020150.
- Context. Our explainer on how California daycare licensing and inspections work, and on California child care assistance.
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