Best Pre-K Schools & Programs in Los Angeles, CA
Dynamic bilingual French/English preschool using play-based and language immersion education methods. Cooking, art, and physical activities are part of the daily schedule. Extracurricular afterschool...
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Tutor Time brings a fun-filled approach to early learning and child care. In a bright, friendly, engaging environment, we provide quality experiences for infants to school-age students (up to age 12)...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Transitional Kindergarten Plus
Our comprehensive, full-day Transitional Kindergarten Plus program offers 4- and 5-year-olds an engaging, high-quality education delivered by trained, dedicated teachers. With our decades of expertise in early education, We’re ALL IN on preparing your child for elementary school! We’re committed to kindergarten readiness for every child and much more: Live streaming video, personalized learning experiences, all-day child care, and healthy meals and snacks. Note: Child must be age 4 by Sept. 1.
Also offers: Preschool, Drop-In Care
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This is where achievement starts early. At The Children’s Courtyard, we provide high-quality child care and early education. Here, purposeful and playful learning leads to a child who thinks...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Drop-In Care
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This is where achievement starts early. At The Children’s Courtyard, we provide high-quality child care and early education. Here, purposeful and playful learning leads to a child who thinks...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Transitional Kindergarten Plus
Our comprehensive, full-day Transitional Kindergarten Plus program offers 4- and 5-year-olds an engaging, high-quality education delivered by trained, dedicated teachers. With our decades of expertise in early education, We’re ALL IN on preparing your child for elementary school! We’re committed to kindergarten readiness for every child and much more: Live streaming video, personalized learning experiences, all-day child care, and healthy meals and snacks. Note: Child must be age 4 by Sept. 1.
Also offers: Preschool, Drop-In Care
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Discover the magic of early childhood at Maple Tree Academy, where our infant, preschool, and TK programs are inspired by RIE, Reggio, and Soka philosophies. Join us for a group tour and see how we...
TK
The TK program at MTA expands the Big Leaf Maple curriculum for children ages 4-5.5 years and fully prepares them for Kindergarten. The projects and learning are more focused and structured in order to prepare the children academically and socially as they enter their elementary school years.
Big Leaf Maples
Our Big Leaf Maples dive into our Reggio-inspired program filled with art, dance, music, science, gardening, and STEMs. With access to our Atelier and creative spaces, children bring their ideas to life while educators support their growth through each exciting stage.
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Speaks Spanish
Camelot Kids serves families with children ages 18 months - 6 years old. We provide an engaging early childhood program dedicated to the growth and development of each student. Our curriculum fosters...
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Speaks Spanish
Multilingual, home-based preschool and after-school program located near Luther Burbank Middle School and Garvanzana Park. School includes an eco-friendly environment that offers a large, outdoor play...
Speaks Spanish
Early learning program implementing a curriculum that supports character development. Program goal is to enable exploration and self-discovery in a progressive setting. Cooperation, acceptance,...
Speaks Spanish
We are a small preschool with a big community. Our school aims to cultivate conscious minds and nurture social-emotional development within a Montessori environment. Our lead teachers are all American...
Blossom Montessori | Primary School
If you are interested please reach out! We offer monthly virtual Meet & Greets and will give you the opportunity to schedule a tour after. Do not let price turn you away. We take several subsidies and also offer our own independent sliding scale.
Aftercare
3pm - 5pm
Also offers: Morning Care
Speaks Spanish
Curriculum focuses on preparing the whole child for a well-rounded life through social, creative, physical, cognitive, and spiritual development. Children are taught etiquette and faith-based morals,...
Speaks Spanish
Our preschool is a vibrant and inviting Christian-based environment dedicated to instilling a love for learning in each and every child. We believe that education goes beyond academics and should...
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Play-based preschool encouraging children to learn through play, exploration, and discovery. School values social interactions and developing mind and body together.
Speaks Spanish
Affiliated with the Hope Lutheran Church. Provides a strong foundation for spiritual and cognitive development, promoting a healthy self esteem and love of learning. Christian values support character...
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School that provides a specialized learning program that focuses on immersing children in the Spanish and Mandarin languages. Classrooms are split throughout the day; Spanish learning time, Mandarin...
Speaks Spanish
Coworking and childcare program offering various options for working families. Teachers utilize a proprietary curriculum that encourages exploration, creativity, and play. Activities are hands-on,...
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Private preschool program focused on preparing children for school by giving them the tools they need to succeed. On a daily basis, children participate in math, literacy, science, social studies,...
Speaks Spanish
Site provides education services to children. Individual learning styles and personalities are observed and celebrated to support age-appropriate development. Hands on activities allow for...
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Early childhood center providing opportunities for children to develop positive self-esteem. Staff endeavors to be sure that time is used wisely and productively to aid in the formation of each...
Speaks Spanish
Little Village Nursery School, founded in 1946, is a cooperative preschool in Los Angeles offering play-based learning for children 12 months and up. With an emergent curriculum that adapts to...
Speaks Spanish
Facility providing an early education program for young children. Social-emotional, cognitive and physical growth is enhanced through age-appropriate activities. Daily routine includes arts and...
Speaks Spanish
The preschool program is focused on Christian Catholic values and education. All children are welcome from all ethnic and religious backgrounds. We are a high academic preschool with English...
Speaks Spanish
Catholic school providing educational services for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Curriculum focuses on Christian values, liberal arts, technology, Spanish, and physical education. Pre...
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Since 1992, Pine Tree Preschool has provided a safe, engaging, and enriching early learning environment for children 18 mo-5 yrs. We believe that early childhood education is the foundation for...
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Jewish preschool utilizing a play-based, child-led curriculum. With a Reggio Emilia inspired approach. The daily schedule includes group activities, free play, outdoor play, music, and art. Children...
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Childcare center for children between ages 2 and 5 that focuses on drama, music, crafts, basic academics, reading skills, writing, math. Daily schedule includes designated play and rest times....
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Pequeñas Huellas Preschool has 35 years of experience working with children between the ages of 2 to 6. Our holistic approach ensures that children develop academic skills, social, emotional, and...
Speaks Spanish
Jus Kids STEM Academy focuses on preparing all children for elementary school with an emphasis in Science and we're a dual language immersion preschool. What we teach in English we also teach in...
Speaks Spanish
Agape Christian Preschool in Los Angeles offers a warm Christian-based preschool environment with caring teachers, early learning, social development, and Korean family support
Agape Christian Preschool
As children grow more independent, our preschool curriculum blends structured learning with imaginative play. Children explore early literacy, math, self-care skills, creative expression, music, art, and faith-building through Bible verses and lessons about God’s creation.
Preschool Program
Also offers: Preschool Program
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PACE Education’s Head Start and Early Head Start program serves low-income children and families. . . and it’s free! Program offers early childhood education and social services that help children get...
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Faith based center provides care for preschool and school age children. Program believes each child is unique and strives to provide classrooms that offer challenging play and learning choices with a...
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Christian pre-kindergarten program that encourages children to grow spiritually and academically. Curriculum heavily focuses on Bible stories, language skills, math, science, creative arts, and...
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We, at HPK cherish the notion of providing a strong developmental program, within a warm and supportive environment for young children to thrive.
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At our center, every day is an adventure. With stable daily routines, children feel safe while exploring new ideas through The Creative Curriculum. Hands-on activities—painting, crafting,...
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Wonder Years provides a strong foundation for children to learn beginning Japanese and English in a fun way through Art and Music., dramatic play, and , rhymes, alphabet, phonetic games, counting...
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Jewish play-based preschool program. Program provides an environment in which children are encouraged to explore their feelings and learn about the world around them. A love of learning is fostered...
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Center provides child care and early education services. Social-emotional, cognitive and physical growth is experienced through hands-on activities. Low teacher-to-child ratio enables close...
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PACE Education’s Head Start and Early Head Start program serves low-income children and families. . . and it’s free! Program offers early childhood education and social services that help children get...
Speaks Spanish
Art, language, and nature school for toddlers and school-age children through age 7. School is located on garden-style campuses and offers French-Spanish-English language learning. Children and...
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Outdoor preschool program serving children and families in the Silver Lake community. Established in 1939, the program focuses on providing developmentally-appropriate activities and embracing...
Speaks Spanish
Christian program supporting children's needs through education, communication, and relationships. Curriculum promotes diversity, community, spiritual growth, and whole child development. Afternoon...
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Preschool offering 100% Spanish language immersion program. Program approach borrows from different philosophies including Montessori, project-based learning, and Positive Discipline while curriculum...
Speaks Spanish
Program offering Montessori-based curriculum to toddlers and preschool-age children. Lessons and activities are geared towards developing cultural, interpersonal, motor, sensory, reading, language,...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare facility offering a variety of daycare and preschool services to qualifying families. Program is focused on school readiness and teachers provide age-appropriate activities to enhance...
Speaks Spanish
Reggio Emilia-inspired infant, toddler, preschool and childcare program located in Kentwood at Holy Nativity Church . Program goal is to provide the communities of Marina Del Rey, Playa Del Rey, Playa...
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Non-profit daycare that uses a child-centered curriculum. Children are encouraged to develop socially, cognitively, and physically through play-based activities. Indoor and outdoor classrooms are used...
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Parents and teachers work together to promote self-image, self-esteem, and confidence in each individual child. Curriculum encourages free play, social interaction with mixed age students, and...
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Program goal is to strengthen developmental skills of young children. Academic and social skills are combined to establish age-appropriate curriculum. Free choice and open-ended activities are...
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Step into a world of love and wonder at Magic Years Nursery School offering Toddler (Mommy & Me) and Preschool Programs. Your child's first school steps are filled with excitement and discovery...
Speaks Spanish
Private Jewish-based preschool that intertwines academics with Jewish values. Curriculum is based on creativity, mindfulness, intention, community, social interaction, and confidence. Parent and child...
Speaks Spanish
Bilingual daycare center offering pre-k education. Located near Barnsdall Art Park and the Hollywood / Normandie bus stop.
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Guides
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The Cost of Childcare in California
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in California? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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What is the difference between preschool, Pre-K, and TK?
Preschool, Pre-K, and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) are all great options for children, depending on their ages and academic needs. Learn the difference.
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What is Universal Pre-K?
Universal Pre-K is a free, state-funded program for four-year-olds designed to introduce children to the pre-academic skills needed for Kindergarten.
FAQs About Los Angeles Pre-K Programs
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At what age should I enroll my child in Pre-K?
- The age cut-off differs from state to state but most children start Pre-K at four years old. Keep in mind, you may need to apply a few months before they're eligible to attend.
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What is Pre-K?
- Pre-K is an early learning program designed for children before they enter kindergarten. It emphasizes foundational learning, social skills, and early literacy and numeracy development.
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Do public schools have Pre-K?
- Many public schools offer free Pre-K programs for eligible families. These public preschool programs vary by state in terms of age requirements and classroom hours. Check with your local school district to see if public Pre-K is available near you.