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129 Preschools in Los Angeles, California

Find the best preschools in Los Angeles, California. Browse 129 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Los Angeles

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    1313 N. Edgemont Street, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 56 children

    Hollywood Preschool & Kindergarten receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for elementary school and joy in attending daily.

    Caring and nurturing teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentiondevelopmentally appropriate activitiessafe and clean environment
  2. 2

    5262 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 49 children

    Creative Mind Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and supportive community environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and behavioral areas. The school is noted for excellent communication, enriching programs, and creating a safe, happy space where children thrive.

    Dedicated and loving teachersstrong communication and incident reportingvar
  3. 3
    Montessori Preschool
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    4024 Wade Street, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Montessori Preschool for its caring staff, thoughtfully designed Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment that supports both academic and social development. Children show significant growth in reading, math, confidence, and social skills during their time at the school. Multiple parents highlight the director Ms. Virginia's attentiveness and communication, making them feel confident leaving their children in her care.

    Knowledgeable and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with balanced play-based learningattentive teachers who track individual progresswelcoming and nurturing environment
  4. 4

    1000 Hanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents consistently praise Crestwood Hills as an exceptional preschool with a unique natural setting in the Santa Monica Mountains, dedicated long-term staff, and a strong cooperative community model. Families highlight the play-based curriculum, individualized attention to child development, and meaningful parent involvement as key strengths that set it apart from other Los Angeles preschools.

    Beautiful natural outdoor settingexperienced and caring teachers with long tenureplay-based developmental curriculumcooperative model with parent involvement
  5. 5

    986 Hanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 34 children

    Parents consistently praise Crestwood Hills as an exceptional preschool featuring a play-based curriculum in a natural outdoor setting within the Santa Monica Mountains. The school is noted for its highly experienced and caring staff, cooperative parent involvement model, and strong sense of community. Multiple families report enrolling multiple children and traveling significant distances specifically to attend.

    Beautiful natural setting in the hillsexperienced and long-tenured teachersplay-based developmental approachcooperative model with parent involvement and community events
  6. 6

    2457 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 57 children

    The Wonder Years Pre-School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment. Parents report their children show significant growth in learning, confidence, and happiness, with children eager to attend daily. The school offers a well-rounded curriculum including academics, arts, music, yoga, and outdoor play in spacious facilities.

    Caring and experienced teachersspacious indoor and outdoor spacesdiverse classroom environmentcurriculum variety (academics
  7. 7

    1500 E. Bridge Street, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 80 children

    San Antonio de Padua Academy Preschool is a highly-regarded Catholic preschool where parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Children reportedly thrive in a safe, nurturing, faith-filled environment with small class sizes and develop a genuine love of learning.

    Exceptionalkind and dedicated teachersstrong academic foundationsmall class sizes
  8. 8

    5464-5470 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 56 children

    Parents consistently praise Jeffrey Foundation Multipurpose Center-Preschool as a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment with caring staff. The facility is noted as particularly good for children with disabilities, and parenting classes for special needs are described as outstanding. All reviews gave 5-star ratings.

    caring and friendly staffclean classroomssafe environmentwelcoming atmosphere
  9. 9

    2328 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 43 children

    LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise its warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care, stability, and skill in supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development across age-appropriate classrooms (Teddy Bears for ages 2-3 and Sunshine for ages 4-5).

    Diverse and inclusive environmentwarm and caring stafflow teacher turnoversmooth transitions for yo
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    3047-49 S. Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA · Capacity: 35 children

    Green Beginning Community Preschool receives universal praise from parents for its nature-based learning approach, nurturing environment, and strong community feel. Directors Veronica and Keone are consistently highlighted as exceptional educators who create a safe, loving space where children develop emotionally, socially, and academically. Parents emphasize the school's outdoor garden environment, Spanish immersion program, and the lasting positive impact on their children's development.

    Passionate and caring directors (Veronica and Keone)nature-based hands-on learningoutdoor garden environmentSpanish immersion program

Preschools in Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles has 129 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

When choosing a preschool in Los Angeles, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Preschools in Los Angeles

Showing 129 results

Soto Head Start Preschool
Headstart Programs
5
Address
2616 E. 7th St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(626) 572-5107
Temple Isaiah Pre-School Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
10345 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 553-3552
Young Minds Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3030 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(424) 832-3711
Vernon Head Start And State Preschool
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1024 W. Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 385-5100
Ywca Of La / Day Care Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2519 W. Vernon Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 295-4280
Westwood Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1989 Westwood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 474-7398
Lyric Pre-School & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise its warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care, stability, and skill in supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development across age-appropriate classrooms (Teddy Bears for ages 2-3 and Sunshine for ages 4-5).

Diverse and inclusive environmentwarm and caring stafflow teacher turnover
Address
2328 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 667-2275
Pico Pre-School # 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
4436 West Pico, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 936-7652
Los Angeles First Preschool Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Los Angeles First Preschool Education Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the learning environment, staff care, and enrichment activities. However, one parent reported significant issues with staff dishonesty, administrative incompetence, and unequal treatment based on language preference.

interactive learning activitieslarge playgroundcaring and effective staff
Address
2029 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 733-8827
Jeffrey Foundation Multipurpose Center-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Jeffrey Foundation Multipurpose Center-Preschool as a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment with caring staff. The facility is noted as particularly good for children with disabilities, and parenting classes for special needs are described as outstanding. All reviews gave 5-star ratings.

caring and friendly staffclean classroomssafe environment
Address
5464-5470 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 965-7536
Green Beginning Community Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Green Beginning Community Preschool receives universal praise from parents for its nature-based learning approach, nurturing environment, and strong community feel. Directors Veronica and Keone are consistently highlighted as exceptional educators who create a safe, loving space where children develop emotionally, socially, and academically. Parents emphasize the school's outdoor garden environment, Spanish immersion program, and the lasting positive impact on their children's development.

Passionate and caring directors (Veronica and Keone)nature-based hands-on learningoutdoor garden environment
Address
3047-49 S. Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 841-6100
San Antonio De Padua Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

San Antonio de Padua Academy Preschool is a highly-regarded Catholic preschool where parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Children reportedly thrive in a safe, nurturing, faith-filled environment with small class sizes and develop a genuine love of learning.

Exceptionalkind and dedicated teachersstrong academic foundation
Address
1500 E. Bridge Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 226-0227
Royal Learning Center INC. Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Royal Learning Center Inc. is a highly-rated preschool where parents report excellent teacher engagement, safe and clean facilities, and strong child development across academic and social-emotional areas. Children show significant progress in language, confidence, and readiness for kindergarten. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, healthy meals, and welcoming environment.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe and clean facilityexcellent parent communication
Address
10216 S Denker Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 709-9161
Covenant Presbyterian Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Covenant Presbyterian Church Preschool is a highly-rated religious facility in Los Angeles with universally positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, kind staff, and quality preschool and childcare services. The facility is noted for its beautiful architecture and inclusive, family-friendly environment.

Kind and welcoming staffinclusive communityquality preschool and childcare services
Address
6323 West 80 Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 670-5758
Royal Learning Center - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Royal Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and safe, welcoming environment. Parents report significant developmental and academic progress in their children, with strong communication between school and families. Children are described as happy, excited to learn, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated teachersclean facilityhealthy meals provided
Address
10206 S. Denker Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 242-8010
Beverlywood Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Beverlywood Montessori Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the Montessori approach, Spanish immersion program, caring teachers, and strong academic outcomes. The school fosters a warm, inclusive community where children feel happy and engaged. One reviewer raised safety concerns about choking hazards in the snack menu and questioned teacher engagement.

Spanish immersion programMontessori curriculumcaring and attentive teachers
Address
1653 South Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 552-1155
New Horizon Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

New Horizon Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving staff who help children adjust and thrive. Parents highlight the small class sizes, structured curriculum including Arabic language instruction, and strong communication with families.

caring and loving teacherssmall class sizesstructured curriculum
Address
434 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 480-3145
Children'S Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1260 N. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 422-9690
Ralph M. Parsons Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Ralph M. Parsons Pre-School for its family-like environment, dedicated staff, and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Children reportedly learn significantly and advance ahead of their peers, with parents highlighting the clean campus, diverse community, and engaging field trips and events.

Excellent academic preparationcaring and amazing staffclean campus
Address
841 W. Martin Luther King Jr., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 763-5119
Angelina Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Angelina Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight attentive and caring teachers, safe environments, bilingual education (English and Spanish), and strong school-readiness focus. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in their care.

Attentive and caring teacherschild safetybilingual programs (English and Spanish)
Address
1336 Angelina Street, #108, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 481-0227
Golden Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Golden Academy Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facilities, professional and caring staff, and safe environment. Parents report their children are engaged, learning, and excited about attending. However, one parent reported poor customer service regarding disability accommodations.

Clean facilitiesprofessional staffcaring teachers
Address
1362 E. 41st, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 810-3220
Mersil'S Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
400 North Kenmore Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 669-2829
Kenmore Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
400 N. Kenmore Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 669-2829
Delaney Wright Fine Arts Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Delaney Wright Fine Arts Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, organized programs, and a nurturing environment with outdoor learning spaces. However, one negative review describes poor caregiver conduct, including labeling a child negatively, forcing nap time despite stated policy, and an unresolved reimbursement dispute.

Caring and dedicated teachersorganized programsspacious play and learning areas
Address
6125 Carlos Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 871-2470
Morning Star Preschool & Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
345 S. St. Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 387-2828
All Peoples Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All Peoples Preschool is highly regarded by the community with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, quality care, and the center's commitment to serving the community through various programs and services. The facility has earned strong loyalty, with families returning across generations.

Welcoming and caring staffcommunity-focused programsfree tax preparation services
Address
822 E. 20th St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 747-6357
Kinder Kids Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kinder Kids Christian Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising academic instruction, staff dedication, and a welcoming environment. However, one detailed review raises significant concerns about inconsistent staff professionalism, inappropriate discipline methods, and lack of training in child development, contrasting sharply with praise for the director.

Strong academic curriculumcaring and patient staffgood communication with parents
Address
5353 W. Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 933-5437
Unique'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Unique's Preschool receives mostly positive reviews from long-term families who praise the quality of care, teaching staff, and developmental progress of children. However, a few parents have raised concerns about unprofessional conduct and open tour policies that lack proper scheduling.

Experienced teaching staff (especially Teacher Johnnie)comprehensive care including meals and napseducational curriculum including language learning
Address
9322 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 779-2595
Unique'S Preschool Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Unique's Preschool Infant Center receives mostly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the quality of care and educational development. However, some parents have raised concerns about unprofessional conduct and open tour policies that allow walk-ins during operating hours.

Experienced staffchildren's vocabulary and learning developmentcomprehensive daily meals and activities
Address
9322 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 779-2595
Sound Of Music Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sound of Music Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, structured learning environment, early hours, and children's academic progress. However, two parents raised serious safety and discipline concerns including inadequate supervision, unsafe conditions, and reports of harsh handling of children.

Caring and nurturing staffstructured learning environmentearly drop-off hours (6:30am)
Address
1256 S. Van Ness Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 733-1327

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Frequently asked questions

There are 129 preschools in Los Angeles, California. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Los Angeles accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Los Angeles typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Los Angeles typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and California may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Los Angeles, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities