Best Toddler Daycares in Santa Monica, CA

Social justice-centered preschool operating year-round for families spread evenly across income levels. Teachers believe in the wonder of learning, including engaging in inquiry to understand the...

Christian based daycare with a warm and secure setting where the children participate in daily learning activities including music, art, reading and story time. Caring and dedicated teachers aim to...

Spanish language immersion nursery program specializing in infant, toddler and preschool children. Program offers a variety of age-appropriate activities that focus on each child’s social, emotional,...

Early childhood program offering academics and Jewish cultural and faith-based teachings. Play-based curriculum utilizes Reggio Emilia-based principles to build healthy learning relationships. Program...

First Pres Nursery School is a Reggio-inspired, non-religious preschool in downtown Santa Monica that has served young children for 65 years. Our progressive, Reggio-inspired program loops children...

Early learning center offering childcare and education services. Play is used as the foundation of developmental learning within a planned and prepared environment. Curriculum offers a balance of...

Hedgerow is a small, nature and play focused home preschool program for children between the ages of two and six years old. At least two full-time teachers provide care for up to twelve children per...

Nature-based preschool program follows Constructivist curriculum. Program takes place Monday through Thursday. Fully integrated music curriculum includes Music Together program. Teacher-to-student...

Child care program designed to steer children toward their natural curiosities and learning and making choices that interest them. Many activities available that stimulate the children's social,...

Preschool program offering hands-on curriculum in an educational environment. Teachers encourage social interaction with circle time and outside play. Parent involvement plays a vital part of a...

Early learning center where the children learn social skills and through circle time and outdoor play. Planned activities involve children working individually and in small and large groups. Program...

Christian-based daycare offering developmentally appropriate academic activities to support each child's individual growth. Center includes an outside play area and a separate napping room. Offering...

Christian preschool located inside The Lighthouse Church of Santa Monica providing care, religious education, and academic programming to young children. Variety methods of teaching are used including...

Early learning center where the children learn social skills and through circle time and outdoor play. Planned activities involve children working individually and in small and large groups. Program...

Daycare and Preschool facility providing young children of working families with an all-day, year-round early education program. School strives to provide a community sustained by the collaboration of...

Small Santa Monica preschool that is grounded in a deep respect for children, teaching independence and caring for others and the joy of learning. Program is a play-based preschool where learning...

Bilingual, play-based program focused on social and cognitive development. Children are offered age-appropriate toys and equipment. Curriculum is theme-based and includes numbers, letters, shapes, and...

Home-based early childhood program offering care and education for young children. Curriculum is structured with flexibility and encourages physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development through...

Child care center for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Curriculum encourages children to learn through play and exploration. Age-appropriate activities are designed to stimulate and engage...

Child care center proving care for infant, toddler and pre-k children. Age appropriate activities and learning lessons. Kindergarten readiness program.

Montessori based facility focused on challenging the children through social and hands on learning. Children will be academically challenged and will be problem solvers long after they move on to the...

Private preschool program that focuses on giving children tools needed to prepare for Kindergarten and beyond. Hands-on curriculum offers indoor and outdoor activities and shaded outdoor play area is...

In-home early childhood program with an interactive environment that exposes each child to a creative and memorable learning experience. Center strives to create a healthy balance of emotional and...

Child care center providing educational and fun-filled daily activities. Teachers aim to nurture, challenge, support and listen to the children's needs. Program consists of an age-appropriate...

At The Paige Monroe Academy, we believe children thrive when their individuality is supported. Our STEAM-based projects and activities are designed to encourage exploration and spark creativity so...

At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...

At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...

Site provides childcare and early learning services for young children in home-based environment. Exploration and hands-on activities are supported for interactive learning. Curriculum includes...

Child care center where the motto is "Learning through play...together." Daily hands-on activities include clay molding, arts, crafts, and independent play time. Teachers strive to engage the...

Early learning program serving young children and unifying children, parents, and teachers in a community that learns together. Relationships are fostered in an environment that supports learning,...

Child care center focusing on the children's individual uniqueness. Dedicated teachers allow the children to discover and learn in a safe and nurturing environment. Daily age appropriate educational...

Preschool center where children learn to problem solve and identify and express their feelings. Parent involvement is encouraged by the teachers. Teachers strive to create an atmosphere where the...

Preschool program for older toddlers offered in a community environment where teachers and parents collaborate and follow a progressive, social-constructivist model. Education is viewed as an ongoing...

Child care facility where the loving teachers inspire the free spirit of the children. Low student to teacher ratio. "Wholistic education" is the vision of the preschool. Learning and loving...

Child care center providing dual immersion classes where parents can choose either German or Spanish as a second language for the child. Playful and culturally rich environment is offered for a...

Located near 26th Street and Wilshire Blvd. in Santa Monica, our preschool offers a calm, modern, home-like setting with a private backyard for infants and toddlers starting at 18 months. Inspired by...

Forest School preschool program for children. Children travel to various nature areas including travel to Malibu.

Trilingual in-home early childhood program for toddlers with care and activities taking place in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. Program follows a blended curriculum based on Emergent,...

Play-based program focused on social and cognitive development. Children are offered age-appropriate toys and equipment. Curriculum is theme-based, and includes numbers, letters, shapes, and colors....

Child care center where the children are encouraged to explore and discover their surroundings. Daily activities include circle time, art, music, outdoor play and hands-on learning lessons. Safe and...

Big and Tiny 10th Street Preschool is a place where traditions are cherished, learning thrives, and a strong sense of community brings families together. Since 1992, our school has been a second home...

Developmental-based preschool program focused on the whole child. Children are offered choices in a semi-unstructured day to encourage individual thinking. Creative arts such as dancing,...

Child care center with a hands-on curriculum. Age appropriate daily lessons that stimulate the children to grown and learn. Large outside play area where the children learn to socialize, share and...

Faith based preschool where the children the love of God. Safe, fun, creative and loving environment. Caring and dedicated teachers encourage parent involvement for a well rounded experience. Daily...

Child care facility where the teachers prepare the children for Kindergarten and beyond. Spacious, bright and airy classrooms in a warm and friendly environment. Daily learning lessons with age...

Early learning center where the children learn social skills and through circle time and outdoor play. Children are encouraged to explore their surroundings and engage in group activities. Basic...

Child care center focusing on play as an important part of learning. Age appropriate stimulating activities to promote growth and learning. Loving teachers provide the necessary tools and social...

Child care center with weekly themed cultures to expose the children to other regions. Hands on activities encourage the children to explore and grow with the many cultures they are exposed to. ...

Play-based program focused on social and cognitive development. Children are offered age-appropriate toys and equipment. Curriculum is theme based, and includes numbers, letters, shapes, and colors.

Child care center using The Heartworks in Motion curriculum. This curriculum is designed to meets the needs of ALL children. It is aimed to meet the social, emotional and physicals needs of the...