Happy Nook
Closed today Next open Mon 8:30 AM
Description provided by the business.Happy Nook is a warm, family-feeling early childhood center on Fairfax Avenue in Mid-City Los Angeles — a place where babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (6 weeks to age 4) are truly known, nurtured, and loved. Our Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired program offers play-based learning, a 1:3 infant ratio, and consistent primary caregivers who build secure attachments. Families from Beverly Grove, Hancock Park, Mid-Wilshire, and Culver City choose us for licensed, small-group infant daycare, toddler care, and preschool.
Openings Now
Happy Nook is now enrolling for one or more spaces.
Location Info
Little Ethiopia
Los Angeles, CA 90019
| Monday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
Languages Spoken
- English
Location Details
- Staff can administer medication.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Outdoor play space is available.
- Meals are provided.
- No religious affiliation.
Programs Offered
Infant Program
Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Toddler program in Mid-City Los Angeles near Fairfax, Beverly Grove & Hancock Park. Licensed Montessori & Reggio Emilia inspired toddler program, 18–36 months, 1:4 ratio. Small-group toddler care with organic snacks, sensory play, art & outdoor exploration.
Education Types
- Montessori
- Play-Based
- Reggio Emilia
From $2500 to $3000 per month
Preschoolers
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Potty Training
Required
Description
Preschool in Mid-City Los Angeles near Fairfax, Beverly Grove & Hancock Park. Licensed Montessori & Reggio Emilia inspired preschool program, ages 2–4, play-based learning in small groups. Organic snacks, art, early literacy & outdoor exploration.
Education Types
- Montessori
- Play-Based
- Reggio Emilia
$2500 per month
Licensing
Happy Nook is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
197495691
Capacity
43
Issued
05/26
Parent Reviews
My son attended Happy Nook from age 10 months to 2 years. In that infant stage, my most important criteria for his care was that he was loved - and at Happy Nook, he was - in spades. During daily check ins it was clear that Priscilla and co. genuinely knew and cared for him and loved watching/helping him reach new developmental milestones as much as I did. I am so appreciative of the personalized care he received - and how easy it was to focus on my work/day knowing that he was in attentive and excellent hands. I also loved the amount of socialization that he was able to experience, forming lasting bonds with the other children; the amount of outdoor play that Priscilla’s home allowed - and the indoor toys/activities that kept him busy and happy; its convenient location; his early exposure to Spanish; that he always had healthy meals and snacks; the list goes on. I’m forever grateful for finding Happy Nook when I did and for the time my son spent there.
My son started attending Happy Nook soon after turning one. It was a very stressful process looking for reliable daycare that wasn't impersonal and we knew immediately upon touring that this was the place for us. Priscilla is extremely warm, communicative, and goes above and beyond to provide special care when needed. This place truly checks all the boxes with a beautiful grassy playspace, variety of organic meals, small group size, and fun play-based learning. Her own young children are a part of the group and I see that she cares as much for the happiness and well-being of the other kids as her own. My son is excited to attend every day and adores Priscilla's aids as well. The neighborhood is quiet with ample street parking that makes dropoff/pickup very easy. I appreciate that the exterior of the house doesn't advertise to the public as a daycare, which helps me feel quite safe. I would highly recommend Happy Nook to anyone I know with young children.
My youngest daughter has been enrolled at Happy Nook since she was 4 months old and under Priscilla’s care, she has grown into the happiest and fun loving girl. We are so grateful to Priscilla and her Happy Nook team for creating such a warm, loving and nurturing environment that allows babies and children to develop within a safe, home environment.
Our family has been with Happy Nook now for a total of three years — with our first attending from 10 months until he started Preschool at 3 years, and our second from 6 months (and still there). I don't think I'll ever be able to put into words how grateful I am to have found Priscilla and her wonderful daycare. Happy Nook offers a variety of age-appropriate toys and activities, a fantastic grassy backyard directly off the indoor playroom for lots of outdoor play, healthy home-made breakfast/lunch/snacks throughout the day, and lots of 1:1 attention for the kids between Priscilla and her team of incredible, long-standing helpers who our kids adore. Priscilla is well-organized, loving and kind, responsive and easy to communicate with. The home and kid spaces are immaculate and well taken care of. Our kids thrive at Happy Nook, and we're completely at ease while they're in their care.