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Blue Oak Creative Schoolhouse(Santa Monica

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

1501 17th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Visit website ↗(833) 258-3625Directions ↗Licensed for 41
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
8/26/2024
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

Blue Oak Creative Schoolhouse is a Reggio Emilia-inspired, constructivist preschool with three campuses in the Los Angeles area serving children from 18 months through transitional kindergarten. The school emphasizes social-emotional development, low child-to-teacher ratios, and hands-on learning through arts and nature investigations.

Philosophy
Children are capable learners who should be given freedom to actively construct their own knowledge. Teachers facilitate children's explorations and problem-solving through careful observation and listening. The environment functions as a 'third teacher,' with open-ended materials supporting curricular goals both indoors and outdoors. The school aims to create lifelong learners with a passion for discovery rather than fill students with information.
Ages served
18 months through transitional kindergarten

Programs

  • •Parent-and-Me Classes
  • •Preschool Programs
  • •Transitional Kindergarten

Highlights

  • ✓Reggio Emilia-inspired, constructivist curriculum
  • ✓Year-round, full-day programs
  • ✓Low child-to-teacher ratios
  • ✓Three campuses in the Los Angeles area

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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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