Best daycare ever. All 3 of my children went there from infancy to TK. I trust them completely…read more They have the nicest teachers and are uttermost professional. The tuition is very reasonable considering that they provide all the food, diapers, wipes, sunscreen, etc. I made long lasting friends with the parents of my kids' classmates. Recommend 100%.

Great place! Incredible staff. My daughter loves the staff. Amazing development programs for the…read morechildren.

Agree with the more recent comments - don't let the older negative reviews deter you! The current…read moreadministration is top notch - the director Hillary is wonderful and so are all of the teachers and staff. Our two year old runs into her classroom with excitement every morning and doesn't want to leave when we pick her up at the end of the day! The curriculum is fantastic, as are the extracurricular activities and family events. You won't be disappointed.

Please please don't let the reviews of the past cloud your decision. MSMB is top notch - the…read moreteachers, administrators, and support staff are all warm, caring, and want nothing but a great environment for your kids to thrive in. We were a bit hesitant after reading the reviews, but upon speaking with the staff and other parents, we decided to enroll our second kid (2.5yo) and we've absolutely loved it. Our kid is quite shy in new environments and separation anxiety is still high. The teachers and staff are always so warm and welcoming in addressing him to make him feel safe and loved. He now talks about Ms. Hillary and his teachers like they're his friends. For context, we moved this past summer to MB from San Francisco, where we had our first son in multiple private preschools due to covid. Of all the different places we've experienced, the communication, structure, staff, the wide range of activities, and the warmth of the admin especially, have all been top notch. We also had our kid in another preschool in MB prior to this where he was having a hard time, so we toured a multiple other places to look for alternatives all across MB and El Segundo. I can honestly say that you won't get a better team than MSMB. I echo all other positive reviews as well re: the Band app, the campus, the community, extra curricular, etc.. If you're on the fence because of the reviews, please take a visit for yourself and experience what the school has to offer before you judge based on the reviews of parents that are no longer associated with the school.

We have had our son (3.5 yo) at Manhattan Academy for the last year and it has been such an amazing…read moreexperience -- all around SO great. We had him at another place prior to moving to Manhattan Academy and we could NOT be happier. We will be enrolling our daughter pretty soon, as soon as she turns two. We love the campus, the teachers, and much more. Thank you to Manhattan Academy for doing a great job

My kids attended Manhattan Academy from the Infant Center through Primary. We have loved everything…read moreabout MA. The staff is wonderful and invested in giving the kids a really great foundation and fun education. The Director is super involved, knows all the kids by name, and really cares about the kids. My kids have learned so much and enjoyed every classroom they have been in. Infant Center: We initially chose MA based on the infant center. Ms. Wroten has been the director in the infant center for years and she is a wonderful teacher. We loved that the teachers will ask you for your individual schedule for your child. All of the other places we toured had a set schedule that your infant needed to adjust to. You give them the schedule for feedings and naps and they will stick to it. The teachers provide updates throughout the day in real time (and pictures!) and they communicate with you about everything. Even in the infant center, the teachers will incorporate activities that encourage development. And I always appreciated the art projects and over the top projects for Mother's Day and Father's Day. We always trusted the teachers and felt that our kids were safe. Our kids flourished in the infant center. Toddler Community: The Toddler community is really the jewel of the school. A really welcoming and cute space that is separate and really special. We got to know all of the teachers in Toddler (most of whom have been there for years) and loved every single teacher. The teachers potty train the kids at a pretty early age. It made the potty training at home super easy. The teachers are very involved in the kids' development at this age - teaching them so many important foundational skills. We saw tons of growth here. Our kids had Ms. Campos (Cornejo) and Ms. Schott - both really amazing teachers - they genuinely care for all the kids and teach them so much. They hold conferences with the parents about your child's growth, areas of improvement, things to look forward to. Of course there are fun activities as well. On top of the motor, language, and cognitive skills they learned in toddler, they also learned to be kind, confident, polite, and friendly. Primary Community: The growth and development in the primary community is off the charts. Again, the teachers are amazing. Ms. Alcaraz is one of the best teachers I have ever known. She really cares for all of her kids like they are her own. Everyday I was amazed at the things the kids learned in primary. The development of reading and writing skills is really amazing. They also offer tons of activities that enrich the kids' experience - music, outdoor environment, spanish. I wish I had such a well rounded education myself at that age. The kids love the program, love their teachers, love going to school. I can't speak highly enough of our experience here.

We couldn't be happier with our son's experience at this Mandarin immersion school, first in…read moreWestchester and now in MB! His teachers are absolutely wonderful--so caring and dedicated to their students. Every day, Vincent comes home with a big smile on his face, excited to share what he learned. The nurturing environment and engaging curriculum make this school a fantastic choice. We're grateful for the incredible support and love that our receives here and excited for our daughter to start soon! Highly recommend!

We are happy parents of a Mandarin Tree alumnus from the Westchester location, and this review is…read morefocused on the amazing teachers that took care of him. My son learned to speak and understand so much Mandarin during his time there. This helped him to communicate with grandparents. It was really cute when he sang Chinese songs and even recited some poetry from the Tang Dynasty, which was impressive. For the parents who care a lot about math, my son was at least 2 years ahead of the LAUSD curriculum when he left MTA. He was able to do 3 digit addition, very very basic 4 digit addition and basic subtraction. When it came to meals, we were satisfied with the food. Jenny Laoshi did a great job getting my son to eat vegetables and fruits. This was no easy feat for our son as I struggle to get him to eat more veggies and try different fruits. We only wish they served more Chinese meals but we heard that some of the kids were not willing to eat Chinese food as much as American food. In terms of value, I don't think you'll find anything else that will beat MTA. We were pleasantly surprised by the price point, especially for the quality of education, care and food (2 meals and 2 snacks provided every day). The hours were also fantastic - 8am-6pm. Now with all that being said, no school is perfect. There's always room for improvement. I think one of them is better school-parent and teacher-parent communications. I think as long as parents are not shy about asking questions, there should be no issue. I was also hoping there would be more cultural education, like discussing Mid-Autumn Festival traditions and reading relevant stories.

My daughter attended Village Park for three years, and I'm so grateful we found this school. From…read morethe very first tour, we were impressed by how diverse the student community was and how genuinely happy the children seemed. That diversity was very important to us, and I truly believe it has helped shape my daughter into the open-minded girl she is today. Another big factor for us was tuition. Compared to schools in Redondo Beach or Manhattan Beach, Village Park offered a much more reasonable cost (sometimes nearly half the price). The director, Ms. Yeshenia, was always responsive and easy to reach, which made communication simple and reassuring. Most importantly, my daughter loved going to school every day. She loved all her teachers and friends. Thank you for making my daughter's first three years of school such a wonderful and memorable experience.

My daughter was at Village Park for almost three years, starting as an infant and continued through…read morepreschool class. Every member of staff is so kind, caring and patient, they truly take care of the kids as if they were their own. Our daughter thrived here - both developmentally and socially. She learned so much, but most of all had fun in a loving and safe environment. Shout out to everyone at Village Park - they work so hard day in and day out, and go above and beyond to make it a special place for the kiddos. They celebrate birthdays, holidays and do fun stuff for every season to keep the kids engaged. It truly is a wonderful place! We moved to a new city so sadly are no longer there, but will be forever grateful for everything they did to care for our daughter!

We have our second child in attendance here now and have had nothing but a lovely experience for…read moreyears. The teachers are so loving and kind and the staff is professional as well. I feel as tho it has the warmth and caring of an in home daycare but in a larger, more professional environment. I rave about this school to everyone I meet with little kiddos. We had sent our kids to multiple other schools in the area before finding COL and now would never want him anywhere else!! We even kept our older son in TK here rather than moving him up to elementary school because of the community we found here.

We have been part of this school for ten years and have so treasured our time here. The teachers…read moreand staff are loving and create such a wonderful first school experience for our children. We will miss COL so much next year when our youngest child graduates. Love this school and the community it has fostered for us as a family over the years.

A wonderful school where our daughter excelled academically and socially. In Ms. Rosa's class she…read morelearned how to read, write, and do arithmetic. She also learned about the solar system, dinosaurs, and the lifecycle of butterflies. Socially she went from being hesitant to speak to other kids, to expressing herself through her coloring, playtime, and daily outfit selection. Communication with the school was great, emails were answered quickly and the teachers were always happy to provide feedback about your child. The school is located in a gated community so we always felt that our daughter was safe. Once our second child is ready, we will without question, send her to Pacifica.

We loved our time at Pacifica so much so that we sent both of our children there. The teachers…read morethere are so kind, so patient, and have done it for quite a while that they know how best to tailor their approach for the children. Our children are both now in elementary school, and we firmly believe that the time of Pacifica has helped set them up for success, not only academically, but arguably, more importantly, socially and developmentally. Mrs Vargo and team there are great !

This is a long overdue review. My oldest son is now 15 and my youngest is 8, almost 9; both were…read moreblessed to have attended Teacher Bonnie's preschool. And both have such amazing memories from this experience. My daughter still remembers the field trips to this day! However, she is not the only one who benefited!! These field trips were also enjoyed by the me. The opportunity to spend time with our children and partake in these adventure was truly priceless. I am so grateful that we got to be part of this gem of a school.

What an Amazing experience we have had at this Preschool! As a family that runs Kids camps,…read moreprograms, etc...we truly couldn't have imagined a better program. The communication, the planning, the care is above and beyond. We are so sad to leave, but I guess our kids have to grow up some day. Thank you!!!

My son has been going to school at the Academy of the Arts for about a year now and he loves it…read more Previously, my son attended the Growing Gardens which is the daycare at the same location. The teachers and the administration make learning fun for our kids. I know this because my son comes home everyday and can't wait to tell me what he learned that day. COVID Specific: The administration and the teachers at the Academy of the Arts took COVID safety protocols very seriously from day 1 and they continue to stick strictly to the protocols today. I feel safe sending my son to the Academy of the Arts on school days (I'd even send him on the weekends if they were open). Thank you Dr. Bogle and team!

This school is exceptional in every way, shape and form. If you're looking for an academically…read morerigorous school that's completely student-centered with LOW class sizes and some Judaism sprinkled in, this is the school for your child! Your child will THRIVE here, period. The administration and teachers are masters at "Fitting 10 pounds of stuff in a 5 pound bag" .... Let me explain. This school year, in addition to a phenomenal academic course load, our daughter has consistently been engaged in Gymnastics every week with Coach Paige, Rolling Robotics STEM, Musical Theatre, weekly cooking classes that are so impressive my husband wants to sign me up, targeted writing instruction from a USC Writing Professor, Chess class on Mondays, Legos on Fridays, Sports with the coach on Tuesdays, Hebrew everyday (GREAT for the developing brain!), Art class with a talented artist, Science Fair, Beach Clean-Up, weekend camping trip in the San Bernardino Mountains, and a bunch of field trips throughout the school year. No wonder the students LOVE coming to school everyday! Come see for yourself - take a tour and see what a school that's rooted in BEST PRACTICES truly looks like. Your child will thank you! It's truly a GIFT for your child to NOT share the instruction with 25-30+ other students. If you have any specific questions, feel free to message me here on Yelp. In addition to being an Academy parent, I'm also an educator with nearly 20 years experience. Happy to answer questions and/or help unpack different educational situations.