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Little Otters Academy

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

700 Front St, Alhambra, CA 91801

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
5/20/2025
Total visits
3

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Little Otters Academy, previously known as Virgin Mary Preschool and Kindergarten, has been serving the Alhambra community since 1987 with a focus on nurturing care and individual education. The school offers preschool, pre-kindergarten, after-school, and summer camp programs on a spacious campus designed for young learners.

Philosophy
Focus on nurturing care and individual education; recognizing and celebrating every small achievement in every child's development; fostering a culture of trust and respect that enhances both learning and relationships.
Ages served
2-5 years old (Junior Preschool for 2-year-olds, Preschool for 3-year-olds, Pre-Kindergarten for 4- and 5-year-olds)

Programs

  • •Junior Preschool
  • •Preschool
  • •Pre-Kindergarten
  • •After-School Program
  • •Summer Camps
  • •Extra Curricular Activities

Highlights

  • ✓Spacious campus designed with young children in mind
  • ✓Full-time preschool program available
  • ✓Real-time parent-school communication app
  • ✓Comprehensive enriching classes and extracurricular activities

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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