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Sing With Me Family Childcare

5 stars! I love the location and the staff is great! Meals are very good quality, and the facility is always fresh and clean!

- Miss D.

LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

My daughter has been there since she was 2 it’s a great school she used to be shy now she is very comfortable around other people!

- Tonie H.

Tiny Babe's Playhouse & Tiny Babe's Preparatory Academy

Uncle Mann, Kevin and I would like to say thank you for being apart of our "Village" in raising our two sons. We appreciate everything you...

- Tia

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Magic Rainbow Pre-School

1159 N Aviation Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Magic Rainbow Preschool and Kindergarten is located in Manhattan Beach, CA. The school was founded in 1982 and they cater to children ages 2 to 6 years old. They provide a curriculum that offers daily exposure to academics and age-appropriate programs. The preschool is open Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 to 6:00p.m.
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American Martyrs Children Center

1701 Laurel Ave Manhattan Beach, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
American Martyrs Children Center was established in 2010 at 1701 Laurel Ave., Manhattan Beach, California. It aims to provide a fun, stimulating, and secured environment for the child's early education. Their prekindergarten program is called the Pony Program. It is focused on preparing the students for kindergarten and...
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Sing With Me Family Childcare

20208 WADLEY AVE CARSON, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1248/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Faith based
+ 5 more
Sing With Me Family Childcare is located in Carson,CA. Our program provide 24 hour care 7 days a week. Mack Family Childcare believes in providing kindergarten readiness and the way we do this is by creating a routine that consist of free play, table time, circle time, an outside free play. Our program also provides breakfast...

Miss D. says "5 stars! I love the location and the staff is great! Meals are very good quality, and the facility is always fresh and clean!"

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LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

18419 AVALON BLVD CARSON, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Little Angels mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, creative, stimulating, and sanitary environment in which our children can grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Little Angels Preschool is dedicated to providing quality services that support and contribute to the success and wellbeing of our...

Tonie H. says "My daughter has been there since she was 2 it’s a great school she used to be shy now she is very comfortable around other people!"

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Tiny Babe's Playhouse & Tiny Babe's Preparatory Academy

4607 5th Avenue Los Angeles, CA

4.6(10)
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Babe Jackson provides two services here at Tiny Babe's Playhouse Child Care, childcare and tutoring services. TBP is a home away from home for your child(ren) ages 0-6 yrs old. It is also our TBP Fast Track Tutoring location for students in need of catching up or wanting to remain above average and academically polished. We...

Tia says "Uncle Mann, Kevin and I would like to say thank you for being apart of our "Village" in raising our two sons. We appreciate everything you have done for them...

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Guiding Hands Learning Center

2004B E. Park Place El Segundo, CA

5.0(1)
Academic
"Out of School Time" (OST) Guiding Hands Learning Center, located in El Segundo Plaza, offers a variety of programs for children of all ages. We offer before and after school programs, individualized tutoring and lesson planning, and educational workshops for children ages 4 and up. We offer a small, safe, and fun...

Katie W. says "Great environment for kids who are looking to learn!!"

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MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

4024 Wade Street LOS ANGELES, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 3 more
Since 1996, Montessori Preschool has proudly served families in Culver City, Playa Vista,Mar Vista, Marina del Rey, Venice, Playa del Rey, Westchester, Santa Monica and Inglewood area. Our dedicated AMS trained teachers provide a nurturing Montessori based education for young learners. Program Serving children 2-6...

Care Member says "Montessori Preschool helped my child to be emotionally confident, academically advanced. It was great to have opportunities to be a follower and also a...

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Developmental (play-based)
Child care
PreSchool & Pre-K Curriculum 2 Hot Meals and 2 Snacks Potty Training Arts & Crafts Music & Singing
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Rising Stars Academy

1851 W. Imperial Hwy Los Angeles, CA

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Special needs
+ 3 more
Everything involved in our academy program is age-appropriate, tailored to meet the needs and developmental fulfillment of our young learners. LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT: Several activities incorporated in our academy provide engaging, numerous opportunities for your child to develop and improve his or her language skills by...
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Brella - Playa Vista

12746 W JEFFERSON BLVD PLAYA VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2100/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Waldorf
+ 3 more
✏️ Brella is a modern early education program serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. Our approach is research-backed and play-based, creating joyful learning experiences that nurture social-emotional growth, creativity, and kindergarten readiness. Families choose Brella for our flexible scheduling options, including...
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Discovery World Early Education Center

550 Deep Valley Drive 217 Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Academic
Child care
Preschool
We offer top quality care for children age 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten. We are not just a daycare. We offer an innovative curriculum that will give you children a head start in life. Visit our website to learn more!
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WILLIAM HANNON PRE-K OF ST. JEROME SCHOOL, THE

5580 THORNBURN ST LOS ANGELES, CA

State license verified

starting at
$7500/mo
Faith based
Cooperative
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
St. Jerome School is an elementary school located in Los Angeles, California educating children Pre-K through 8th grade whose mission since 1952 is to educate Christian leaders for our world by inspiring today’s youth to think critically, learn creatively, act globally and live compassionately. St. Jerome School is a...
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Olguin Family Childcare

4126 Mclaughlin Ave. Los Angeles, CA

What we offer is a loving, safe, and educational environment for your child to grow. We will offer the very best care that we can for your child. We ask that, in turn, you help us by keeping us informed regarding any health concerns, favorite foods, fears, or special interests. We will share information about your child s growth...
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WILLIAM HANNON PRE-K OF ST. JEROME SCHOOL, THE

5580 THORNBURN ST LOS ANGELES, CA

State license verified

starting at
$760/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
St. Jerome School is a Catholic elementary school founded to assist parents in their primary responsibility for the Christian education of their children. It is under the supervision of the Department of Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and is staffed by dedicated lay teachers. In 2023, St Jerome School...
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Tender Years Child Care

6103 S. Croft Ave Los Angeles, CA

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Tender Years Child Care offers a wonderful, loving environment for your growing little one. Our goal is to provide an environment for your child to explore, create, and learn through structured learning and free play. We dedicate our time to help your child build their independence. We promote sharing, socializing, creative...
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SGM Atelier

4461 Inglewood Blvd Los Angeles, CA

Reggio emilia
Preschool
OUR PHILOSOPHY Acclaimed as an exemplary model of early childhood education throughout the world, the Reggio Emilia approach to education is committed to the creation of conditions for learning that will enhance and facilitate children's construction of their own powers of thinking through expressive, communicative and cognitive...
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Lilly's Babies

1647 W 248th St Harbor City, CA

Lilly's Babies is a lovely, in-home, small child day-care business set in a clean and safe environment. I am a licensed, AED, Child/Infant CPR, and pediatric first aid certified day care provider. My daycare offers a large and comfortable play area, both indoor and outdoor with lots of toys. Children between the ages of 3...
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Keyla's Kindergarten Prep

Admiral Ave Los Angeles, CA

International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
We work with children ages 2 and half to 5 and a half. We are a tri-lingual school (Spanish, French, English) run by an experienced teacher. We offer full days filled with play and a challenging curriculum. After our program, your children will be beyond ready for Kindergarten! There are language-based activities each day of the...
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LIGHT OF KNOWLEDGE CHILD CARE CENTER

13801 INGLEWOOD AVE HAWTHORNE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1240/mo
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
LOK’s mission is to provide families an affordable, caring and safe learning environment for children from ages two years through school age, with a focus on preschool children. LOK focuses its services on children and employs a dedicated staff committed to providing a high-quality, cognitively based program that encourages...
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Meadowlark Community Preschool and Infant Center

1518 Centinela Ave INGLEWOOD, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1430/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Meadowlark Community Preschool & Infant Center offers excellent care and education for children ages 3 months - 5 years old. Full and part-time schedules are available. Owned by an educator with decades of experience in the early childhood field, Meadowlark provides a safe, nurturing environment along with a dynamic, play-based,...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Manhattan Beach, CA

Pre-k programs in Manhattan Beach, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Manhattan Beach, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Manhattan Beach, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Manhattan Beach, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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