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Exploring Minds Montessori Hazeltine

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

5128 Hazeltine Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
11/5/2024
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

Exploring Minds Montessori Preschool provides a developmentally-based learning environment based on Dr. Maria Montessori's teachings and philosophy. The program serves children ages 2.6 to 6 years and is a year-round program.

Philosophy
The Montessori philosophy and materials are designed to support and engage the natural curiosity and growth of the whole child. The Montessori classroom and materials develop basic capacities: ability to control movement, to refine the senses, to inspire self-motivated learners, to move with purpose, and to be independent.
Ages served
2.6 – 6 years of age
Hours
2-day program: Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (full-time) or 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM (part-time); 3-day program: Monday & Wednesday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (full-time) or 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM (part-time), Friday 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM; 5-day program: Monday – Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (full-time) or 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM (part-time), Friday 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Programs

  • •2-day Program
  • •3-day Program
  • •5-day Program

Highlights

  • ✓Montessori materials and philosophy
  • ✓Year-round program
  • ✓Family Picnic community event
  • ✓Summer Olympics unit

Not stated on their website: Outdoor play, Meals/snacks, Teacher ratio, Specific location. 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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