Safety8
Curriculum9
Art/Music8
Infant care4
K-ready7
Teachers9
Compassion9
Mgmt7
Culture9
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed non-profit; 38 years of inquiry-based, nature-focused early childhood education
- License #191671677; capacity 100; no citations on most recent inspections (2022, 2025)
- Acre+ of outdoor play space with fruit trees, water features, and natural materials
- Nationally recognized approach to early childhood lab school education
Considerations
- Demand far exceeds capacity; waitlist enrollment common
- 7:30 AM–5:45 PM hours; no weekend or extended care options
Safety8
Curriculum9
Art/Music8
Infant care4
K-ready7
Teachers9
Compassion9
Mgmt7
Culture9
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed second campus of the highly regarded Growing Place organization
- Consistent inquiry-based, nature-focused curriculum across both campuses
- 10 Yelp photos; recognized by City of Santa Monica as quality early childhood site
- Experienced teaching staff with early childhood credentials
Considerations
- Limited infant enrollment; primarily preschool ages
- High demand; waitlist common as with Ocean Park campus
Safety8
Curriculum8
Art/Music6
Infant care4
K-ready7
Teachers9
Compassion9
Mgmt8
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed therapeutic preschool affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center
- Nationally recognized program established 1992; specializes in ages 2.5–5 with intensive treatment needs
- Highly credentialed clinical and educational staff team
- Unique resource for families with children requiring specialized early intervention
Considerations
- Therapeutic/clinical focus — not a general-enrollment community preschool
- Enrollment requires referral; not suitable for all families
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music8
Infant care5
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed Reggio-Inspired non-profit preschool in Santa Monica since 1999
- Serves ages 4 months–6 years including Parent-Infant and Parent-Toddler classes
- Small community school model known for nurturing environment
Considerations
- Part-day preschool drop-off only (ages 2–6); limited full-day options
- Small enrollment means limited spots available each year
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care3
K-ready7
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt8
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed preschool on Wilshire Blvd, highly respected in Santa Monica
- 4.9 stars with 35 Yelp reviews — consistently praised for educator quality
- Parents describe it as \'very much respected in this town\' after school interviews
- Developmental curriculum with strong teacher credentials
Considerations
- Preschool-only (ages 2–5); no infant program
- Demand is high — waitlist reported by families
6
7.0/ 10
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music8
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed Reggio-inspired non-religious preschool in downtown Santa Monica
- 65+ years serving young children; community institution with deep roots
- Known for small class sizes and experienced lead teachers
Considerations
- Part-day program only; not suitable for working parents needing full-day care
- Located in downtown SM; parking can be challenging
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed private non-profit preschool established 1996
- 60-student program serving ages 2.5–5.5 on Colorado Ave
- 13 Yelp reviews; nurturing social-emotional learning focus
- Fosters intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development
Considerations
- Preschool-only; no infant or full K program
- Small enrollment may limit extracurricular offerings
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready5
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed center established 1993; serves infants through preschool
- 37 Yelp reviews available; cameras in every classroom for parent monitoring
- Open-door policy and small group learning structure praised by families
- Focuses on literacy, math, social skills, and physical development through play
Considerations
- Location on Centinela Ave has limited curb appeal vs. campus-style schools
- Hours (7:30 AM–5:30 PM) may not accommodate early-drop or late-pickup needs
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed infant center and day care center at 3350 Ocean Park Blvd
- National Bright Horizons chain with Discovery Driven Learning curriculum
- Serves infants through Pre-K; 7:30 AM–5:30 PM M–F schedule
- 27 Yelp reviews confirm ongoing parent engagement
Considerations
- Mixed reviews (3.8/5 on Yelp) — some parents cite staff turnover concerns
- Corporate chain model may feel less personalized than independent centers
- No citations data publicly available for this specific site
10
6.2/ 10
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed infant center located inside Water Garden office complex
- Bright Horizons national curriculum including infant care through Pre-K
- 12 Yelp reviews available; 12 photos on profile
Considerations
- Office-park location limits outdoor play space compared to campus-style centers
- Corporate enrollment process can be less responsive for individual inquiries
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