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Piper Preschool

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

807 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Visit website ↗(310) 451-4600Directions ↗Licensed for 191
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 8/22/2025 (4 total).

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

About this preschool

Piper Santa Monica is a preschool serving children from newborn through Pre-K/TK, blending Reggio and Montessori approaches in a warm, home-like environment located in downtown Santa Monica. The school offers flexible programming from 18-month drop-off through pre-K/TK with extended care options available.

Philosophy
Blend of Reggio and Montessori with a warm, home-like environment specifically designed to spark curiosity and inspire creativity.
Ages served
Newborn through Pre-K/TK
Hours
Core hours 9:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-2:00pm; Extended care available 8:00am-9:00am and 2:00pm-5:00pm M-F
Outdoor
Expansive playground featuring an active creek, climbing wall, wood shop, art studio, garden, performance stage, sandboxes, play structure, reading nook, and sports yard

Programs

  • •Parenting classes
  • •Baby & Toddler Enrichment
  • •Early Preschool (18 month drop-off)
  • •Core Preschool (2 years+)
  • •Pre-K/TK (4 years+)
  • •Preschool Enrichment (STEM, Art, Music)
  • •Kindergarten Readiness
  • •Fun with Power Tools
  • •College Prep Night School

Highlights

  • ✓11 thoughtfully designed classrooms in a preserved architectural landmark
  • ✓Third-floor parent workspace for adults
  • ✓Drop-off parking available
  • ✓Parent involvement emphasized

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