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Little Scholars Montessori

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

18706 Hatteras Street, Tarzana, CA 91356

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
11/9/2022
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

Little Scholars Montessori at Tarzana offers full-day Montessori programs for children ages two through six years old, with flexible scheduling options and year-round enrollment. The campus features large outdoor playgrounds with developmentally appropriate equipment and has operated at this location since 1972.

Ages served
Two-year-olds up to Six-year-olds (Preschool-2, Preschool-3, Pre-K, and Kindergarten)
Hours
Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm; normal full-day session 8am to 6pm; extended hours available for earlier drop-off
Outdoor
Large outdoor playgrounds with developmentally appropriate play equipment set in natural shade
Meals
Nutritious snacks and hot lunches prepared in-house, included in tuition

Programs

  • •Preschool-2 (Two-year-olds)
  • •Preschool-3 (Three-year-olds)
  • •Pre-K and Kindergarten (4 years to 1st grade entry)
  • •Flexible scheduling (Full Day, A.M. Program, P.M. Program)

Highlights

  • ✓Year-round attendance with open enrollment
  • ✓No contracts required
  • ✓Children do not have to be potty trained to attend
  • ✓Sibling discount available

Not stated on their website: Tuition cost, Teacher-to-child ratio, Specific educational philosophy or curriculum details beyond Montessori approach, Staff qualifications. 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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