Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Sherman Oaks. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Sherman Oaks. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Sherman Oaks. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Sherman Oaks Lutheran Children's Center is a non-profit, faith-based provider established in 1974 and located on the Sherman Oaks Lutheran Church campus at 14847 Dickens St in Sherman Oaks, serving children ages 2 through 6 year-round. The center holds a CCLD Day Care Center license (#191200465) with a capacity of 78 and maintains the highest GreatSchools rating (4.8) among Sherman Oaks preschools, supported by 46 Yelp reviews indicating broad community confidence. Its developmentally appropriate, play-based Christian-centered curriculum includes enrichment classes in music, soccer, science, gymnastics, and other activities, with flexible scheduling and extended hours (7 a.m.–6 p.m.) accommodating working families. Families should directly review the center's full CCLD inspection report at ccld.ca.gov, as a Type A citation issued in September 2024 and two complaint investigations documented in late 2023 warrant careful consideration before enrollment; additionally, the center does not serve infants under age 2.
Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management5.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Developmental, play-based, integrative curriculum that connects different areas of study across subject matters. Faith-based Christian-centered environment with lessons presented in a loving Christian setting.
Programs & activities: Enrichment classes include music, soccer, science, chapel, karate, dance, gymnastics, and physical fitness. Summer camp features water play, creative arts, and weekly entertainment; before/after care available via full day (7:00 AM-6:00 PM), 3/4 day, and half day schedules.
What sets it apart: Sherman Oaks Lutheran Children's Center, established 1974, serving ages 2-6 and affiliated with Sherman Oaks Lutheran Church. Markets low student-to-teacher ratios (summer program) and flexible scheduling for working parents.
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