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American Martyrs Preschool

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

1705 Laurel Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
9/10/2024
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

American Martyrs Preschool is a Catholic preschool based on faith, hope, and love that provides a safe, loving, and stimulating environment facilitating learning through hands-on experiences. The program emphasizes play as the primary vehicle for cognitive, physical, social/emotional, and language development, with a focus on mixed-age play opportunities.

Philosophy
Faith in Jesus, hope for the future, and love of all that God has created. Trusting relationships, mutual respect, and communication are critical aspects of the learning environment. Play is the primary vehicle through which children's development occurs. Parents are partners in education, spiritual guidance, and care. The program promotes success for every child and nurtures a positive self-concept as the foundation for lifelong learning.
Ages served
At least 3 years old on or before December 2nd of the year of entrance; must be fully toilet trained
Hours
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM; 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM; 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM; 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Religious
Catholic

Programs

  • •Mixed-age play program
  • •Hands-on learning experiences
  • •Social/emotional development focus
  • •Language and communication skills
  • •Conflict resolution practice

Highlights

  • ✓Mixed-age classroom environment
  • ✓Parent involvement through volunteer Story Readers
  • ✓Parent-teacher conferences before school year and upon request
  • ✓Catholic faith-based curriculum

Not stated on their website: Outdoor play/facilities, Meals provided, Teacher-student ratio, Specific curriculum subjects beyond play-based learning. 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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