Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready5
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #191200466 — long-established Sherman Oaks institution; serves ages 2–5 in 91403
- GreatSchools rating of 4.4 from 21 reviews — parents consistently praise nurturing, play-based environment; Winnie shows 5.0 stars from community members
- Play-based Christian nursery school model — developmentally appropriate activities emphasizing social-emotional growth; no academic pressure at early ages
- 64 Yelp reviews (updated May 2026) — among the highest review volumes for any Sherman Oaks preschool; broad public parent record available
- Capacity 83 — mid-sized center with enough enrollment to maintain program stability; not so large as to feel institutional
- Located on Noble Ave in 91403 — convenient central Sherman Oaks location with church campus setting; outdoor play space on grounds
Considerations
- CCLD inspection records include 4 Type B citations as of July 2023 — families should pull full citation detail at ccld.ca.gov before enrolling
- Hours 9:00 am–12:00 pm (half-day model) — does not accommodate full working-parent schedules; extended care may be limited or unavailable
- No confirmed infant program — serves ages 2 and up; families needing infant care must seek separate arrangements
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt6
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #191200671 — established 1975; celebrating 50 years of operation in Sherman Oaks 91423; one of the longest-running preschools in the Valley
- GreatSchools rating 4.6 from 21 reviews; Yahoo Local 5.0 from 24 reviews; Yelp shows 33 reviews (June 2026) — broad multi-platform parent record
- Non-profit cooperative model — parents actively involved in school governance; low staff turnover with many teachers on staff 10–25 years
- Full-day program M–F 7:45 am–5:45 pm for ages 2–6 including Kindergarten — accommodates working families; educational continuity through school entry
- Low student-to-teacher ratio documented in parent reviews — individual attention noted as key strength by multiple reviewers
- Capacity 38 — intentionally small enrollment; intimate community atmosphere consistently highlighted in testimonials
Considerations
- CCLD inspection: 3 Type B citations October 2024 (codes 101212(d)(1)(C), 101238(a), 1596.8662(b)(1)) plus complaint investigation December 2024 — families should review full records at ccld.ca.gov
- Small capacity of 38 — waitlist likely; prospective families should inquire early, especially for infant and toddler slots
- No confirmed infant program — minimum age approximately 2 years; families needing infant care must seek separate arrangements
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready4
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #197419335 — initial license May 2014; most recent CCLD inspection September 2025 with no citations — clean compliance record
- 19 Yelp reviews (January 2026) — parent feedback describes warm, nature-connected environment; outdoor classroom in park setting
- Parent co-operative model — parents participate as teaching assistants; very low adult-to-child ratio; parents deeply involved in school governance
- Outdoor, nature-focused setting established 2006 — large yard with vegetable garden; unique sensory-rich environment in 91403
- Small capacity 24 — intentionally intimate; children and families know each other well; strong community cohesion reported
- Founded 1955 — long co-op tradition in Sherman Oaks; experienced leadership with philosophy deeply embedded in progressive early education
Considerations
- Co-op participation required — parent commitment to classroom hours is mandatory; not suitable for families unable to regularly volunteer
- Capacity 24 with likely waitlist — small size means limited availability; apply early
- Half-day program model — does not accommodate full-time working-parent schedules without supplemental childcare
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready5
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #197417274 — initial license September 2010; CCLD inspection October 2024 shows No Citations — clean compliance record
- Nature-focused, outdoor, play-based curriculum for ages 2–5 — outdoor learning with a developmentally appropriate approach; enrichment program integrating natural world exploration
- Capacity 82 — large enough for programmatic depth and financial stability; multiple classrooms support age-separated groupings
- Parent reviews highlight director Dyan by name as personally invested in child success — specific management praise is a positive signal for leadership quality
- Full school year program M–F — accommodates working parents; Burbank Blvd location convenient to 91401 families
Considerations
- No confirmed infant program — serves ages approximately 2 and up; families needing infant care must seek separate arrangements
- Limited independent parent review volume found across platforms — families should seek firsthand references from currently enrolled parents
- Address listed in 91401 boundary (not core 91403/91423 ZIPs) — families in southern Sherman Oaks should confirm convenient commute
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #197494840 — active since October 2021; capacity 138 — one of the largest Sherman Oaks centers, enabling full range of age programs
- Full continuum: Toddler, Twos, Preschool, and TK programs — families can keep one child at the same campus from toddlerhood through Transitional Kindergarten
- ResellerRatings: 4.93 stars from 15 reviews — parents who submitted reviews reported loving staff and a warm caring environment
- Hours M–F 6:30 am–6:00 pm — early open and late close accommodates working families; year-round program
- National Children's Courtyard brand curriculum — structured corporate curriculum with standardized teacher training and safety protocols across campuses
- NAEYC-affiliated program listed on families.naeyc.org — accreditation pursuit indicates commitment to quality standards
Considerations
- CCLD records show 4 complaint investigations (most recent August 2025) and a Type B citation February 2024 — elevated complaint frequency warrants careful review of records at ccld.ca.gov
- 20 Yelp reviews include mixed experiences — some parents report poor experience alongside positive ones; inconsistency of reviews suggests variable staff performance
- Large capacity 138 — may feel less personal for families seeking a smaller, more intimate setting
- Newer license (2021) — less established community history in Sherman Oaks compared to centers operating for decades
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #197493135 — licensed since 2016; most recent inspection November 2024; only 1 Type B citation on record — low violation rate
- Authentic Montessori curriculum for ages 2.5–6 — mixed-age Montessori classroom with child-directed learning; prepares children for independent academic work
- Capacity 28 — very small enrollment; individual attention and close teacher-child relationships
- Sherman Oaks Montessori option in 91423 — fills a niche for West Valley families seeking a classical Montessori preschool without commuting to Studio City or Calabasas
- Year-round program M–F — accommodates full-time working family schedules
Considerations
- CCLD 1 Type B citation on record — families should pull full report at ccld.ca.gov to assess the specific violation
- Very small capacity 28 — high likelihood of waitlist; prospective families should inquire early
- Limited public parent review volume found — difficult to independently verify parent experience at scale; firsthand referrals strongly recommended
- No confirmed infant program — Montessori model typically begins at age 2.5–3; families with infants or young toddlers will need to wait or find interim care
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt5
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #191200465 — established 1974; over 50 years of continuous operation; one of Sherman Oaks's oldest licensed child care centers
- GreatSchools rating 4.8 from 19 reviews — the highest GreatSchools rating of any reviewed Sherman Oaks preschool; 46 Yelp reviews (May 2026) indicates broad community trust
- Non-profit Christian-based program for ages 2–6 — faith-integrated developmentally appropriate curriculum; year-round schedule accommodates working families
- Capacity 78 — offers program stability and consistent enrollment with financial sustainability for a non-profit center
- Lutheran Church campus setting provides outdoor space; convenient Dickens St location in 91403 with parking
Considerations
- California Community Care Licensing records should be reviewed directly for this center's inspection history; parents can consult the facility's official licensing file for any noted citations or deficiencies before enrolling.
- Complaint investigations documented in October 2023 and September 2023 — two consecutive complaints in same year; families should ask administration about outcomes
- No confirmed infant program — serves ages 2 and up; families with infants must seek separate care
8
5.6/ 10
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready4
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #191201691 — long-established church preschool in Sherman Oaks 91423; capacity 40 supports a stable, community-sized program
- Church campus setting on Magnolia Blvd — outdoor play areas within a quiet church courtyard; programming in a nurturing faith-integrated environment
- Parent review on Yelp describes 'I cannot explain how much I love this school and every teacher and the director too' — strong leadership satisfaction noted
- Play-based model for ages 2–5 — developmentally appropriate approach aligned with NAEYC best practices; no academic pressure in early years
- Chamber of Commerce member — community-connected institution with local roots
Considerations
- CCLD 1 Type B citation November 2022 (code 1596.7995(a)(1)) — families should review the specific violation at ccld.ca.gov
- Limited public parent review volume found — small school with limited digital review presence; families should seek firsthand references
- Half-day model likely — does not accommodate full working-parent schedules without supplemental care
- No confirmed infant program — serves preschool ages 2–5; families with infants must seek separate arrangements
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care3
K-ready5
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD Day Care Center license #197417567 — established Sherman Oaks campus; part of multi-campus ABC Little Schools network operating over 30 years across San Fernando Valley
- 31 Yelp reviews (April 2026) — parents praise academic curriculum, 7 themed playgrounds, gated security, and in-house meals prepared from scratch daily
- Capacity 97 — one of the larger Sherman Oaks centers; program stability and consistent year-round staffing
- Full-day M–F 7:00 am–6:00 pm — early open and late close accommodates working parents; full-year schedule
- Academic-focused curriculum — structured literacy, math, and enrichment activities differentiate it from purely play-based peers; suits families wanting early academic preparation
Considerations
- CCLD inspection October 2023 resulted in Type A citation (1) and Type B citation (1) — Type A violation is serious; review full records at ccld.ca.gov
- Complaint investigation March 2025 on record — families should ask administration about resolution before enrolling
- GreatSchools rating 3.5 from 10 reviews — below average for the area; mixed parent feedback on platform suggests inconsistency in experience
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