Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Manhattan Beach. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Creative Kids Preschool is a CCLD-licensed Child Development Center serving toddlers and preschoolers (18 months through 5 years) at 1203 N Sepulveda Blvd in Manhattan Beach. Licensed since January 1999 with a capacity of 117 children (license #197405506), it operates 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with a play-based curriculum emphasizing the total child through cognitive and social-emotional development. Parents on Yelp (4.0/5 stars across 15 reviews) highlight patient, caring staff and a cohesive community atmosphere, while the facility emphasizes expansive outdoor play and year-round availability for South Bay families. A single Type B citation from late 2025 and lack of infant care (under 18 months) are practical considerations for prospective families.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Balanced, play-based approach combining playful experiences with academic readiness, focused on the 'Total Child' including positive self concept, cognitive skills, and social, emotional and physical progress. No specific model such as Montessori or Reggio is named.
Programs & activities: Age-based programs for Toddlers, Twos, Threes, and Pre-K, plus a Summer Camp. Expansive outdoor play areas are emphasized.
What sets it apart: Open year-round, 7 AM to 6 PM. Markets warm, caring teachers and family-centered communication; describes itself as a trusted community preschool serving the South Bay and surrounding LA neighborhoods. Facility License #197405506.
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