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Growth Lab, The

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Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

522 W Vernon, Los Angeles, CA 90037

Visit website ↗(323) 385-6482Directions ↗Licensed for 11
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
5/21/2026
Total visits
6

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 2026-06-01). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

The Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School serves infants through TK (ages 3 months–6 years) at a LEED-certified campus in the Civic Center. It is a demonstration site for Santa Monica College Early Childhood Education students, featuring eight classrooms with separate environments for different developmental groups.

Philosophy
We believe the earliest relationships with trusting caregivers promote healthy brain development, build social and emotional skills, and support language and literacy development. We encourage young children's natural abilities through environments and routines that are predictable to babies, filling our days with plenty of time for uninterrupted exploration and play that is developmentally appropriate.
Ages served
3 months – 6 years (Preschool–TK)
Outdoor
Infant/toddler play-yards feature a grassy berm, puddle-water play feature, raised garden beds, a sandbox, and pathways for crawling, waddling, and walking. Young preschoolers/preschoolers/TK share one large play yard with a swing-set, tire swing, slide, and amphitheater.

Programs

  • •Infant Program (3 months - 2 years)
  • •Toddler Program
  • •Preschool Program
  • •TK Program

Highlights

  • ✓LEED-certified building with custom design for multiple age groups
  • ✓Eight classrooms with shared play yards separated by developmental groups
  • ✓Atelier and community corridor spaces
  • ✓Collaborative demonstration site with Santa Monica College

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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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