Schools near Harbor City, CA

“Our almost 2 year old started at Sing at 18 months and we cannot express how happy we are with our decision! Our little boy is learning and speaking so much Mandarin already. He loves going to school everyday and we love the daily photo updates.
The teachers really do care about the students and it shows!
Cannot recommend Sing enough!”

“I have put 2 Kids through this program/school/daycare and highly recommend. The teachers have shown great care and kindness towards my children and create a structured and positive learning environment. My now kindergarten was very prepared for his transition to school.”

“Golden City CDC holds a very special place in my heart. I attended this center as a child, and now both of my kids have had the chance to experience the same caring environment and enriching activities. Over the years, I’ve seen how dedicated the staff are to each child’s growth and well-being. They create a warm, nurturing atmosphere where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

The teachers and caregivers are attentive, patient, and truly passionate about early childhood education. The curriculum is both fun and educational, blending playtime, creative activities, and early learning in a way that keeps kids engaged and happy. The center is always clean, organized, and welcoming to families.

I’m so grateful for the positive impact Golden City CDC has had on my family. Watching my children thrive there, just as I did years ago, makes me confident in recommending this center to anyone looking for a trustworthy, high-quality place for their child’s early years. Golden City CDC is more than a childcare facility, it’s a community that truly cares.”

“My daughter started SDM in the 2-3 yr old class with Ms Collin and is now in the 3-4yr old ballet/tap class same teacher she absolutely loves it and adores her teacher.”

“ALC Preschool has been such a special place for our child. From the start, it felt warm, welcoming, and like a true community that genuinely cares about the kids. The teachers are kind and attentive, and they take the time to understand each child and support them at their own pace.

We used to drive 45 minutes to another school, and looking back, I really wish we had found ALC sooner.

What stands out most is the environment the school creates. Learning happens naturally through art, play, and hands-on activities, which encourages the kids to explore their interests and grow in confidence. Our child often talks about school, friends, and teachers at home, which reflects how much they enjoy being there.

The community aspect is another highlight. Parents are friendly and involved, and the kids are confident, interactive, and comfortable with others. It’s common for them to come say hi, share stories, or show their artwork, which makes the experience feel very personal and connected.

We’ve seen meaningful growth in our child—socially, emotionally, and creatively. We feel grateful to be part of ALC and would highly recommend it to any family looking for a nurturing preschool environment.”

“A school at home- I had two children at Launch Pad, but now I have one because my 6yrs old graduated to kindergartner. Launch Pad feels like a school at home. I've been at their facility for almost two years and I feel like, I'm saying hello to a bigger family. All the teachers take the time to be people and understand the struggles that parents go through to keep their educated and safe, while we go to work. It is like a respectable family, therefore we treat each other with respect. My children are under special circumstances and they constantly accommodate to our needs, while prioritizing the children's education. The teachers do beautiful art work with children while teaching a,b,c's. I can't imagine how my every work day be without their help. I also trust their ethics when it comes to heath concerns. Their facility is well equip with learning tools, as well as a fruit garden where kids usually help themselves to organic fruits.”

“We had a great experience with Bright Horizons Manhattan Beach through their back-up care program. The team was warm, professional, and welcoming, and my child felt comfortable right away. It gave me real peace of mind knowing they were in such a caring environment. Thank you to Diana and the entire team for the wonderful support!”

“Really enjoying pv Montessori Acadamy! Teachers and all staff are super friendly and helpful. They give me updates on how my child is doing daily since he is fairly new. I like to observe the other classes as I drop off and pick up my child and teachers are great!”

“This daycare has been a blessing to our family. The teachers are patient, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child’s development. I appreciate the regular updates and how organized everything is. It gives me peace of mind knowing my child is in such caring and capable hands. Thank you for all that you do!”

“Amazing school! A great place for kids to explore and use their imagination. A highly supportive community of parents working together to empower our children with the tools and friends they need”

“My daughter has been at tutor time since she was an infant. She is now two. The other day we were she was sitting on my lap talking about love, respect, and feeling safe. I asked her who makes you feel safe, who gives you hugs when you are sad or having a hard time and she said Ms. Ari. She said she also makes my hair cute! Some parents might be upset they did not say “you mama.” Not me. I know she knows how much I love and care for her. This made my mommy soul smile. It makes me happy that she feels safe attending tutor time.

Also, my daughter had a lump on her neck. Ms. Ari was doing her hair and brought it to my attention. She is fine and was checked out by her pediatrician. I bathe her daily and I did not see it. I did feel guilty for that but also very appreciative that her teacher was observant and let me know.”

“LOK is a great Preschool & Child Care Center, the team has really done a tremendous job when it comes to my son Eric, he has greatly improved his learningskills and thanks to Ms Rebecca and the great team of teachers.”

“Ms Dawn and her staff are very caring, attentive and engaged towards my child. The environment is safe and secure. She’s been very flexible and accommodating when it comes to our schedule. I highly recommend this place.”

“The team is very professional and effective. My son came out of the three weeks summer instruction ahead of the game in school with more confidence and knowledge to be able to learn in fourth grade.”

“One of the best decisions I ever made was bringing my son to St. Abraam Preschool. He has been at this school since he was 8 months old. I find myself emotional knowing he is now 4 and leaving St. Abraam to go to TK.
This preschool has helped me raise my son into the boy he is today. He is polite, smart, and has grown into such an amazing person. I am truly grateful to every teacher here.
At the age of 4, he knows his ABCs, the organs of the body, the continents and so much more. It’s hard to say goodbye, but I thank you so much, St. Abraam, for everything.”

“Cannot say enough great things about this daycare! They made our 5 year old feel so welcome when we temporarily relocated from Canada. Every week there were themes, activities and even the occasional field trip. The caregivers were kind, patient and so very friendly. The facility was large, very clean and had a great outdoor play area. Children’s Journey made our time in California stress free. Highly recommend!”

“Both of my kids attended Kiddie Crest Academy. It was an amazing experience for both. They absolutely loved their teachers. They are very caring, kind, and compassionate. I also love their curriculum for toddlers. They learned so much in their time at KCA. I’m so grateful for all the teachers because they took such good care of my babies.”

“L&B has been amazing for our kids. The teachers treat them with great care and attention and have taught them valuable skills. Ms Erin & the team are incredible, we receive frequent updates and feedback. The hot meals are a lifesaver for busy parents!”

“We absolutely love sending our daughter here. She has made the best friends and we have a great relationship with all of the teachers. Our three year old is very happy going to school every day and she’s learning so much! I know that she is very well cared for.”

“I cannot say enough good things about Good Shepherd preschool! I attended when I was a kid and all 4 of my kids attended. Everyone that works at the preschool has such a heart for the kids and the families. All of my girls enjoyed their time there and still talk about their teachers even years later!”

“Savoir Faire was an incredible daycare for our child, who started in the infant classroom at 5 months and continued through the toddler program until turning 2. The teachers (maestras) are so caring and kind. We felt extremely comfortable every day dropping our baby off. They communicate well with parents and the school is safe and very clean. Had we not moved away from the area, we would still be taking our child there today! Savoir Faire has something special... they've set a very high bar for childcare. We loved the Spanish immersion, which felt like an added bonus on top of what is just a genuinely great daycare and preschool program.”

“Our second daughter just graduated from Future Stars, completing our journey with them over the last 7 years. While we're excited to see her moving on, it's bittersweet leaving the Future Stars family behind. They've gotten us through a pandemic with two working parents and a tiny baby, then a second kid and all the chaos that brings. Through it all the teachers and staff (led by Ms. Sarah and Ms. Celeste) have been awesome. The kids are loved and cared for, and we truly feel part of the extended Future Stars family. If you're considering a place to care for and teach your little one, look no further. Every teacher that we've had has carved their own special place in our hearts, but most of all Ms. Sarah has been just the best through it all. Seriously people, why haven't you signed up yet?”

“It’s surreal seeing that this preschool is still here after all these years. I attended this location back in the early 1980s when it was Manhattan Ranch Preschool. My memories from that time weren’t especially positive, so it’s genuinely nice to see so many current families describing a warm and nurturing environment today.”

“My Grandchildren both play ball 🥎⚾ on these premises and its great to know that the city has a place dedicated to our youth to play sports and gain friendships and learn how to become good team players in life”

“So many of our friends’ children attended Beach Cities Montessori, so when our oldest was ready to transition from a toddler program into preschool, we toured several schools. From the very first visit, Beach Cities Montessori just felt different. Every single person — from the teachers and staff to the security guard — made us feel safe, welcomed, and truly at home.

We are now heading into our second year at the school, and it has become more like a family than anything else. Our son is excited to go to school each day. He comes home proud of what he has learned and often tells us he had “the best day ever.” Watching his confidence, independence, and love of learning grow has been incredible.

Beyond the classroom, we’ve also built meaningful friendships with other families. Our son has formed sweet friendships that continue outside of school, and we feel so grateful for the community this school has given us.

We wholeheartedly recommend trusting Beach Cities Montessori with your children. It has been such a special place for our family.”

“It sounds very outrageous to charge for potty training on top of regular tuition. When most toddlers need to be potty trained. Typically Preschools charge a one time enrollment fee. This preschool charges annual enrollment fees.”

“Trust me! This is the review you need to get your child enrolled. I am so grateful to have found this preschool. From the very beginning, the staff has been incredibly patient, caring, and attentive to my daughter’s individual needs. She struggled with social anxiety and the teachers went above and beyond to support her, encourage her, and help her feel safe and confident in a group setting.

Over time, we’ve seen such a positive change—she’s more comfortable interacting with other children, expresses herself more openly, and most importantly, she is genuinely happy to go to school. That alone means everything to us as parents.

The environment is warm, nurturing, and structured in a way that allows children to grow emotionally and socially at their own pace. Communication with parents has also been great, and it’s clear that the staff truly cares about each child.

I highly recommend this preschool to any parent looking for a place where their child will be supported, understood, and loved. I will forever be grateful for Ms. Yolanda, Ms. Valerye, Ms. Margaret, Ms. Patty, and Ms. Alma 🫶🏼”

“I want to thank all the teachers and staff at Rancho Los Amigos Kindercare for helping us take care of our baby boy for the past 4 months. Each day is getting easier as a parent with the care and support that we receive for our boy at Rancho Los Amigos Kindercare. As first time parents it has been a journey as we learn and adapt to the new lives we live as parents. With Kindercare taking care of our son, I feel confident that we can excel in our lives as parents but also in our professional careers. I see the attention and care that the teachers provide to our baby boy and it makes us feel more at ease.

Some quick notes of the things that we enjoy:
-The facility is well kept and cleaned often.
-All the teachers and staff are nice and talk very nicely to all the children.
-They are open early at 6:30am
-The app is great for staying up to date on everything that is going on in real time regarding diaper changes, feeding time, nap times, etc
-We love when we get a picture of the fun activities that our son is doing while in their care. Especially when they are learning something new.
-They have special events for the kids that parents can attend and we really enjoyed that. Example} easter egg hunt.

The list goes on.

We highly recommend Rancho Los Amigos Kindercare for the safe, caring and mentally stimulating environment that they create. We are looking forward to the years to come and all the new milestones our boy will achieve with all their help.

From the Villalobos family, Thank you.”

“We've been at Nihao Preschool for a couple of months now, and our experience has been wonderful. The teachers truly care about the children and create a loving, nurturing environment where kids can thrive. They are incredibly patient, attentive, and treat each child with so much kindness and warmth.

A few months after we started, our family moved farther away, and I considered switching to a preschool closer to home. We even toured another school. In the end, we decided to stay with Nihao despite the longer commute because it's hard to find teachers with the same level of passion, dedication, and genuine love for the children. You can truly feel how much they care every day.

We're very grateful to have found Nihao and highly recommend it to any family looking for a caring and supportive preschool.”