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La Petite Academy

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

85 E. Bonita Dr., Simi Valley, CA 93065

Visit website ↗(805) 526-7846Directions ↗Licensed for 141
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
7
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
4
Last visit
8/7/2025
Total visits
12

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

La Petite Academy is a daycare and preschool in Simi Valley, CA serving infants through pre-kindergarten (6 weeks to 5 years), established in 1986. The school provides a STEM-focused curriculum with hot meals prepared daily by an on-site chef, live streaming classroom access via mobile app, and elective programs including karate, phonics, and soccer.

Philosophy
We provide a safe, loving, positive, and educational environment where children's individual needs are met by our dedicated teachers. Every teacher works tirelessly to build a trusting and caring relationship with each child, so the time of transition is effortless for the family.
Ages served
6 Weeks - 5 Years
Hours
M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Meals
Hot lunch and two snacks a day prepared fresh daily by on-site chef; complimentary diapers, pull-ups, and non-scented alcohol-free wipes provided for younger children

Programs

  • •Infant program
  • •Toddler program
  • •Twos program
  • •Preschool program
  • •Pre-Kindergarten program
  • •STEM curriculum
  • •Karate
  • •Phonics
  • •Soccer
  • •Parents' Night Out

Highlights

  • ✓Live streaming video access of classrooms via SproutAbout mobile app
  • ✓Many teachers have over 10 years of teaching experience
  • ✓STEM-focused school
  • ✓Hot meals prepared fresh daily by on-site chef

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-to-student ratio, Outdoor play areas, Curriculum details beyond STEM focus. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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