Guide to Preschools in the South Bay
There’s no denying that an early education can be a great way to jumpstart your child’s development, but with so many choices in the South Bay area, picking a great preschool can be challenging.
We surveyed local families to learn about their experiences to make things a little easier. We’ve created list of some of the best preschools in the South Bay based on their recommendations. All quotes were collected from our Local Anchor Facebook group.
Please keep in mind that the following lists are purely to make your research easier. We do not endorse any of these schools and are simply providing you with easy to use compilations of contact information. It’s important to check out any school you might be considering over the phone and in person whenever possible.
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Preschools in El Segundo
El Segundo Co-op Nursery School
“Play based, small groups, the teachers are awesome, and it is a great community of families involved in their kids’ education.”
El Segundo Co-Op emphasizes play and hands-on experience. They offer a stimulating learning environment that balances sensory activities, cognitive skill games, and fine and gross motor activities. The curriculum revolves around a monthly theme.
Ages 3 years and 4 years, Parents are required to work in the classroom up to three days a month
300 E Pine Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245
310-524-2892
St. Anthony Preschool
“It’s a combo preschool/pre-K with a small class size and attentive staff. Miss Rose and Miss Kasey are lovely educators and their assistants are devoted to the kids. The tuition is extremely reasonable and the families who send their kids make great community.”
The program at St. Anthony Preschool is focused around a Catholic Christian philosophy. It strives to create a warm, loving community where children learn to be self-sufficient, solve problems, interact with peers, and develop positive skills of social interaction.
Ages 3 Years – 5 Years, fully potty-trained children, the children attend chapel once a week
205 Lomita St, El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 322-4218 ext. 329
More El Segundo Preschools:
Beach Babies
Ages 6 Weeks – 5 ½ Years
2161 E Grand Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245
Phone: (310) 322-8900
2270 E El Segundo Blvd, El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 322-8902
2364 Alaska Avenue, El Segundo, CA 90245
St Michael’s Children’s Center
Ages 6 Weeks – 5 Years
361 Richmond St, El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 322-7522
Eagles’ Nest Preschool
This preschool is part of the El Segundo Unified School District.
Ages 3 – 4 years old
*The children must have their 3rd or 4th birthday before December 2nd and must be fully potty-trained.
641 Sheldon St, El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 615-2650 ext. 209
La Marina Preschool
Ages 6 Weeks – 5 Years 301 W Grand Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 322-0807
Beach Cities Montessori
Montessori program
Ages 2 Years – 5 Years2233 E. El Segundo Blvd. El Segundo, CA 90245
(424) 360-0166
Preschools in Manhattan Beach
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Manhattan Beach Preschool
Ages 2 Years – 5 Years
1431 15th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-7655
Bloom Preschool
Reggio-inspired program.
Ages 2 – 4 years
1700 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Journey of Faith Church
Ages 6 weeks–5 years
1243 Artesia Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 372-4641
Creative Kids Preschool
Ages 2 years – 4 years
1203 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-6540
Der Kinder Garden Preschools
Ages infant – 4 years
1843 10th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 318-3838
del Sol School
Reggio-inspired program.
Ages 3 years –6 years
1700 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 376-1223
Circle of Love
Play-based curriculum.
Ages 2 years – 5 years
1100 N Poinsettia Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-5653
Manhattan Academy
Montessori program.
Ages 6 weeks – 5th Grade
1740 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 374-1804
Piper Preschool Manhattan Beach
Ages 18 months to 5 years
1340 11th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 844-1800
Beach Babies Manhattan Beach
Ages 6 Weeks – 5 ½ Years
1775 Artesia Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 376-9533
540 Rosecrans Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 546-4622
Shalem Early Childhood Learning Community
Program guided by Jewish teachings and culture.
Ages 2 years – 5 years, and Kindergarten
1829 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(914) 224-5882
Preschools in Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach Preschool at View School
Ages 3 years – 4 years
1800 Prospect Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(424) 333-9950
CHALK Preschool Hermosa Beach
Ages 2 years – 6 years
739 Longfellow Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(310) 376-7088
Ocean View Academy
Ages 2 years – 5 years
1063 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(310) 372-3399
Preschools in Redondo Beach
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Sand Tot’s Nursery School
“Sand Tots! It’s the best community and they are so intentional with everything they do.It is a play based, parent participation preschool and it is an amazing community of families”
Ages 2 years old by September 1 – 5 years
2227 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 370-4300
Perry Park Preschool
“The Preschool program (Preppy K and Kinderstarter) at Perry Park in Redondo through the parks and rec department. The sweetest teachers and a great community. A wonderful little half day program for parents that need an affordable and not full day program.”
Ages 3 years to 5 years
Perry Park
2301 Grant Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 318-0610
Growing Garden Preschool
“Growing Garden North Redondo at the Jewish Community Center. The teachers were all so loving and patient. They offer PE dance yoga Spanish all included with specialists weekly.”
The Growing Garden is a Jewish preschool inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy with a child-based approach.
Infants through Kindergarten
2108 Vail Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 214-4999
Michelle’s Backyard
“The outdoor atmosphere and play based learning are amazing for children to get to be children for as long as possible. The mud, sand and garden offer amazing spaces for your children to explore nature and grow to be inquisitive and confident humans! Plus the teachers are truly passionate about their craft!”
A multi-age, play-based environment inspired by theories such as Reggio, Constructivism and Montessori in a home-based preschool and daycare.
Ages 6 months to 5 years
2803 Perkins Ln, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
More Redondo Beach Preschools:
Alta Vista Child Development Center
Preschool program offered through Redondo Beach Unified School District.
Ages 3 years old on or before September 1.
Alta Vista Elementary School
815 Knob Hill Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 316-6956
The Village Children’s Center at Riviera United Methodist Church
Play-based curriculum.
Ages 2 by August 31
375 Palos Verdes Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(424) 452-6066
Leap and Bound Academy Preschool – Redondo Beach
Program with strong academic focus.
Ages 2 – 5 (Kindergarten)
601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 543-7650
St James Catholic Preschool
A Catholic-Christian preschool program.
Ages 2 ½ to 5 years old (must be potty-trained). Pre-K applicantsmust be four years old by September 1st, but not 5 years old by September 1st.
126 Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 376-5550
Tuvia School of Temple Menorah
Focused on the learning and development of young children in a safe and caring Jewish environment.
Ages 2 – Kindergarten
1101 Camino Real
Redondo Beach, CA. 90277
(310) 316-8997
Valor Christian Academy
Christian education with a strong focus on academics.
Ages Infant – Preschool & Transitional Kindergarten – 8th Grade
525 Earle Ln, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-5181
Peninsula Montessori School
Montessori curriculum.
Toddler 18 – 30 months to Pre-Primary 2 ½ – 5 years
907 Knob Hill Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 540-9742
Riviera Hall Lutheran School
Christian learning environment with a focus on academic and social skills.
Ages 3 to 5 years old and potty trained
330 Palos Verdes Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 375-5528
Nest Community School
Home-based, mixed age learning environment focused on social interaction and playful exploration.
Ages 6 months to 5 years old
3010 Blaisdell Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 406-4679
Preschools in Torrance
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Seaside Ranchos Preschool
“The teachers, staff, and owners are so caring! It’s a great community.”
Focus is a mix of play-based and early academics.
Ages 2 – 5
4565 Sharynne Lane, Torrance, Ca
310-921-8750
Southwood Preschool
“Clean, full of life, love, very much a family and warm home feeling.”
Founded in 1969 with the motto “Children Come First.”
Ages 2 – 5
22422 Palos Verdes Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 540-9084
The Children’s Place Montessori School
“Great staff. Incredible program. Classic Montessori education. Affordable. Excellent hours for working parents.”
“So affordable but also the best Montessori program in the South Bay.”
“A hidden gem.”
A Montessori-based school offering a toddler program and preschool.
Ages 18 months – 6th grade.
1215 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-6313
More Torrance Preschools:
La Primera North Preschool
Ages 2 Years old by September
22902 Ocean Ave, Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 373-2229
Tutor Time of Torrance
Ages infant – private Kindergarten
2850 Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 539-4890
Noah’s Ark Preschool & Extended Program
Developmental and academic program with a Christian emphasis.
Ages 2 – 5
17661 Yukon Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 327-3083
Torrance Tykes Preschool
Program is part of the Torrance Unified School District.
Child must be 3 years old by December 1st
17800 Van Ness Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 972-6490
Leap & Bound Academy Preschool – Torrance – Walteria
Program with strong academic focus.
Ages 2 – 5 (Kindergarten)
23805 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 543-7650
First Lutheran School
Christian focused program.
Ages 6 weeks – 5 years
2900 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 320-9920
Playhouse Preschool Kindergarten
Ages preschool – 1st grade
18213 Prairie Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 371-1231
Village Park Montessori School & Infant Care
Montessori philosophy program.
Ages 1 – 5 years
4240 Artesia Blvd, Torrance, CA 90504
(310)-362-3862
Preschools in Palos Verdes
Town and Country Nursery School
“Town and Country Nursery School is just a magical place.”
“The amount of space they have to allow kids to learn in nature truly aligns with the play based learning structure.”
“100% play based preschool. Super unique environment for kids.”
“Best outdoor space in the area and love that it’s play based.”
Play-based preschool program based on the philosophy of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs.
Ages 3 and 4 years.
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
(310) 375-2829
The David Preschool
“The ratios are perfect, teachers are amazing, the hours are flexible, director is organized and a competent leader, and there is a unique warmth and welcome infused into that school.”
Educational philosophy is rooted in Jewish values and traditions. Curriculum involves English and Hebrew language development.
Ages 2 – 4 years
5721 Crestridge Rd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
(310) 544-7725
Discovery World Early Education Center
“Discovery world in PV. Play and learning!”
Strong academic focus and also offers a Spanish immersion program.
Ages 2 – 5 years.
Located in: Promenade On The Peninsula
550 Deep Valley Dr #217, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
(310) 265-6650
More Palos Verdes Preschools:
Portuguese Bend Nursery School
Co-op preschool with parent participation.
Ages 3 – 5 years
Beach School Trail, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
(310) 377-4788
Palos Verdes Montessori Academy
Montessori curriculum.
Ages 6 weeks – 6 years
28451 Indian Peak Rd, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 541-2405
Peninsula Montessori School
Montessori curriculum.
Toddler 18 – 30 months to Pre-Primary 2 ½ – 5 years
31100 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
(310) 544-3099
Preschools in Rolling Hills Estates
Palos Verdes Hills Nursery Preschool
“Amazing outdoor space, the kids help cook and prepare daily snack, parent participation so you can get to know and bond with others, they do rotations of creative centers etc. Amazing staff.”
Parent participation preschool program.
Ages 3 by Sep. 30th – 4 years
6 Lariat Lane Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
(310) 377-8839
More Rolling Hills Estates Preschools:
New Horizons Child Development Center
Ages 2 – Kindergarten, also offer a parent and me program for toddlers
26945 Rolling Hills Rd, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
(310) 377-4349
Rolling Hills United Methodist Church Preschool
Ages 2 – 4 years
26438 Crenshaw Blvd, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
(310) 377-6771
Rolling Hills Covenant Church Preschool
Christian based program.
Ages 3 – 5 years
2222 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
(310) 519-9406
Preschools in Lomita
The Learning Tree Preschool
“All of the teachers and staff are so loving. Their rates are great and Ms Jennifer really prepares them for kindergarten.”
Traditional preschool program with a mixture of structured and unstructured activities.
Ages 18 months – 5 years
2157 245th St, Lomita, CA 90717
(310) 539-3991
More Lomita Preschools:
Future Stars Lomita
Ages 2 months – 5 years
2320 Pacific Coast Highway, Lomita CA 90717
(310) 530-0256
Selecting the Right Preschool for Your Needs
Everyone wants the best support for their children, but different schools will fit the different needs of all kinds of families.
Does your child learn best through teacher guided activities or are you aiming for a preschool that focuses more on building life skills through play? Are you looking for a Montessori preschool? You might be looking for a school where you can participate in a tight knit educator-parent relationship or a curriculum that sets the foundation for your preschooler’s trust in educators as a whole. Maybe you want a school that aligns with your religious beliefs or perhaps your child has more advanced needs than some schools are equipped to provide?
Balancing all these factors when picking the best South Bay school for your little one sometimes feels like an overwhelming task. Here’s a handy Checklist to Choosing a Preschool for Your Child to give you some more factors to consider before making a decision.
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