NISHI HONGWANJI CHILD 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 2 complaint visits to NISHI HONGWANJI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER.

1. February 25, 2025Most recent inspection visit
2. December 21, 2023Inspection visit

Amenities and accessibility

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

How the reviews split

The 4.8 average comes from 12 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

• 5 star11
• 4 star0
• 3 star1
• 2 star0
• 1 star0

From Google

Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  I’m so thankful to have found the Nishi Center! Mrs. Susan, the director, welcomed my son with open arms. I had been struggling with potty training my 4-year-old, and within the first month of him starting there, he was fully potty trained! The teachers are wonderful, and I love the enrichment and educational activities they provide. I’ve definitely noticed a big improvement in my little boy. Don’t hesitate to enroll your child—you’ll be glad you did!

  Naomi LewisNov 8, 2025
• ★★★★★

  Nishi Center has been such an amazing experience for our little one! The staff is kind, caring, and personable, always welcoming us each day with open arms. And, there is a strong sense of community and investment in Little Tokyo; the field trips are so much fun. Thanks Nishi Center, for all you do to inspire and uplift this next generation of youth.

  Ryan LeeJul 21, 2025
• ★★★★★

  Three years ago, when my older child started at Nishi, I was nervous, since he was a covid baby who hadn't attended any outside daycare or childcare previously. But Ms. Susan, Ms. Maria, Ms. Gaby, and the whole team are so loving, that my fears melted away immediately. They made my son know that he belonged, and that they looked forward to seeing him every day. The teachers really get to know the kids, their strengths and needs, and develop an individual plan for each one to help them grow intellectually and personally. Each year, they complete an academic and social-emotional evaluation for each child, and it's amazing to see how much personal detail goes into the daily activities. The Nishi Center isn't just a school, it's a real community, both for the kids and the parents. Some of my son's classmates have parents who went to Nishi when they were kids thirty years ago, and they drive across town to give their kids the same great experience. My younger child just started at Nishi, and I'm so glad that we get to continue our relationship with this beautiful group of people in this very special community.

  Gillian ClaycombJan 25, 2025
• ★★★★★

  Great school, and wonderful staff. My son goes here and I feel blissed that we have had the opportunity to have him enrolled here. If you have a young kid pre-preschool you should check this place out.

  Yames SavesNov 13, 2024
• ★★★★★

  My son attended Nishi a few years ago and it was a wonderful experience for him. The director, Ms. Susan, has been there for decades and puts so much love and attention into everything the center offers. When I talk to parents of my son's friends now that he's older I can especially appreciate how special Nishi was. They had opportunities and learning experiences that aren't offered elsewhere. I really believe that Nishi Center might be the best preschool in Los Angeles because of that. I always recommend Nishi to young families looking for the highest quality and affordable childcare.

  Dan PAug 12, 2024
• ★★★★★

  This school is everything I could want for my 3 year old. I love that Nishi keeps her connected to her Japanese heritage by incorporating cultural customs and holidays into their curriculum. They take the kids on so many field trips, often using public transportation. From museums to libraries, even collaborating with other Little Tokyo based organizations to create memorable experiences for the kids, the city is an extension of their classroom. They effortlessly provide the compassion, comfort, and attention a child might receive at a small town childcare facility while being at the center of one of the greatest metropolitan areas in the world for an incredibly reasonable price. I am constantly in disbelief at how much they are able to accomplish while remaining accessible to families of varying income brackets. It's LA's best-kept secret in childcare!

  Hana HaradaJul 31, 2024

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.