1
6.7/ 10
Safety6
Curriculum8
Art/Music8
Infant care4
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- PrivateSchoolReview Top-Ranked Private School for 2026 — top 20% of California private schools (PrivateSchoolReview, 2026)
- Yelp 32 reviews; Niche.com reviews; Movoto 10 reviews — multi-platform recognition among Laguna Beach licensed preschools
- CCLD license 300606181; capacity 122; established 1987 — nearly 40-year Laguna Beach institution (childcarecenter.us)
- Multi-language instruction (French, Spanish, German, sign language), organic meals included in tuition; gardening, art, and music programs
- Three Anneliese campuses in Laguna Beach — seamless PK-through-6th-grade continuum with stable long-tenured teachers (avg. 5+ years)
- Addresses nine facets of intelligence in curriculum: logical, verbal, visual, musical, kinesthetic, inter/intra-personal, naturalistic, existential
Considerations
- No Google Maps rating confirmed in available sources
- CCLD inspection 2022–2026 shows Type A citation (1) and Type B citations (5) on record — review detail at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrolling
- Some reviewers on platforms such as Niche and GreatSchools have noted concerns about playground supervision and the condition of certain facilities; prospective families may wish to ask about current campus improvements directly.
Safety6
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care4
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD license 304370573; founded 1975 — over 50-year Laguna Beach Montessori institution; among oldest in Orange County
- Serves ages 2–6 with authentic Montessori curriculum: math, language, music, science, cultural studies, yoga, gardening, dance, cooking, and Spanish
- Care.com 5.0 stars from 2 reviews — perfect available rating; U.S. News 2026 profile and PrivateSchoolReview 2025 active
- Monday–Friday 7:30 am–6:00 pm; full-day program supports working families in arts community
- Licensed capacity 84 — mid-size campus; community-embedded presence adjacent to Laguna Beach neighborhoods
Considerations
- No Google Maps rating confirmed in available sources; Care.com 2-review sample is very small
- GreatSchools 3.0 stars from 2 reviews — mixed signals across platforms; verify current program quality directly
- No infant care — minimum age 2 years; not suited for families seeking infant enrollment in Laguna Beach
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready8
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- 1:4 teacher-to-student ratio explicitly stated — among the best staff-to-child ratios of any Laguna Beach licensed center
- CCLD license 304371514 (confirmed, ccld.dss.ca.gov link found); capacity 36; focused Kindergarten Readiness curriculum
- Integrates academic concepts (reading, math) into rich play experiences; unique social-emotional learning program built into daily schedule
- 2-day (Tuesday/Thursday for 3-year-olds), 3-day (Mon/Wed/Fri for 4-year-olds), and 5-day TK programs — flexible scheduling
- Located in Laguna Beach United Methodist Church on Wesley Dr — established faith community campus setting; phone (714) 915-1513
Considerations
- Minimum age approximately 3 years — no infant or young toddler care
- Part-day program formats (2-day, 3-day) — not suited for working parents needing full-day care coverage
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD license 300600220; capacity 105; licensed since 1974 — over 52-year Laguna Beach community institution
- Parents describe it as 'close to perfect' and are 'continually blown away'; children attend from age 3 through 5 years with high satisfaction (Yelp / parent reviews, 2025)
- Teachers 'well-versed in latest educational research'; curriculum balances academic progression with play-based social development
- Christian preschool open to all races and creeds — welcoming, inclusive community noted across platforms
- Monday–Friday with extended hours (7:00 am–5:00 pm); centrally located in Laguna Beach village on Forest Ave
Considerations
- No Google Maps rating confirmed in available sources; no large-scale Yelp review count confirmed
- Half-day and school-day schedules primary — verify full-day care options before enrolling if full-time care needed
- Minimum age 3 years (by December 1) — no infant or under-3 toddler care; potty training may be expected
Safety5
Curriculum8
Art/Music8
Infant care3
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD license 300603894; capacity 100; licensed since 1982 — one of oldest continuously licensed preschools in Laguna Beach
- Same Anneliese Schools curriculum as Willowbrook campus — multi-intelligence approach, organic meals, multilingual enrichment
- Yelp listing updated May 2026 — confirmed actively operating (Yelp, May 2026); phone (949) 499-5527
- South Laguna location on Wesley Drive — serves families in 92651 zip who prefer southern Laguna campus
- Long-tenured teaching staff a hallmark of Anneliese brand; teachers with 20+ years at school noted across reviews
Considerations
- CCLD inspection 2022–2026 shows citations on record including Type A and Type B — review at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrolling
- No Google Maps rating confirmed in available sources; review volume for this specific campus not confirmed separately
- Shared reputation concerns with Anneliese network — some reviewers report curriculum slightly behind other private schools for math/reading
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Laguna Beach Unified School District preschool program — district-level curriculum alignment and teacher credentialing standards
- CCLD-licensed center; serves children ages 2.9–4 years in Laguna Beach — district-run program with public accountability
- Designed as transitional bridge to LBUSD Kindergarten — curriculum and routines aligned with elementary school entry expectations
- Public school district oversight provides transparency on program standards and teacher qualifications
- Located on N Coast Hwy in Laguna Beach; established district program serving the local arts community
Considerations
- CCLD license details and citation history not confirmed in available sources — verify at ccld.dss.ca.gov
- Enrollment eligibility and availability may be limited; contact LBUSD directly at lbusd.org for current openings
7
5.7/ 10
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD license 304270768; capacity 50; licensed since 2001 — established Laguna Beach community institution (childcarecenter.us)
- Free tuition for qualifying low-income families — uniquely accessible licensed preschool in high-cost Laguna Beach market
- Boys & Girls Club nonprofit umbrella — nationally recognized organization committed to youth development and wellbeing
- Teaches pre-academic, communication, and language skills designed for kindergarten readiness for ages 3–4
- Phone (949) 494-2535 ext 7812; TK program open to all children turning 5 after September 1, 2025
Considerations
- Income eligibility required for free enrollment — not available to all Laguna Beach families; verify eligibility at (949) 494-2535
- Hours 8:00 am–11:00 am only — half-morning schedule; not suited for working parents needing full-day coverage
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