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La Canada Preschool

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

4460 Oakwood Ave., La Canada, CA 91011

Visit website ↗(818) 790-2764Directions ↗Licensed for 34
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
3/4/2025
Total visits
2

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

La Canada Preschool has provided early childhood education since 1949, celebrating 75 years in 2024. The school offers play-based learning with mixed-age classes and specialized Pre-K preparation.

Philosophy
Through open ended play based experiences children flourish, and grow to love their school, taking pride in belonging to a community. Every child's day is centered around exploration, communication, wonder, social skills development, language skills and creative expression.
Ages served
2-5 years old
Hours
Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm; All day program available 8am – 5pm
Outdoor
Morning program includes first ninety minutes outside with access to large motor, waterplay, sand play, and open ended activities
Meals
Mini-meal served during morning program; snack served after nap time in all-day program

Programs

  • •Morning program (9am-12pm)
  • •Pre-K program (kindergarten preparation)
  • •All day program with nap and play

Highlights

  • ✓One teacher for every seven children
  • ✓Staff with 30+ years experience with preschoolers
  • ✓Pre-K class limited to 20 children with 2 teachers
  • ✓Mixed-age classroom environment

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher qualifications/credentials, Curriculum details beyond play-based learning, Enrollment process, Calendar/holidays. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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