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Great Beginnings Preschool, INC.

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

12052 Emelita St., Valley Village, CA 91607

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
Complaint visits
8
Last visit
9/24/2025
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

Great Beginnings is a community preschool in Valley Village, California serving children ages two to six with an all-day, year-round program since 2008. The program balances structured teacher-led activities with child-led play, emphasizing hands-on explorational learning and individual development.

Philosophy
Encourage curiosity through hands-on explorational learning and focus on each child's individuality. Respect the learning process by giving each child the attention and tools needed to develop at their own pace in their own unique way.
Ages served
Two to six years old
Hours
6:30 am to end of day (all-day program); program begins at 9:00 am or 9:30 am depending on age
Outdoor
Early morning hours between 6:30 am to 9:00 am include indoor and outdoor social play

Programs

  • •Morning community circle time
  • •Table time with teacher-led activities and daily art projects
  • •Center-based free play (blocks, manipulatives, library, pretend play)
  • •Weekly music and dance classes
  • •Four music and dance shows per year

Highlights

  • ✓All-day, year-round program
  • ✓Weekly music and dance classes with four shows per year
  • ✓Balanced approach between structured and child-led activities
  • ✓Serves diverse families

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-to-student ratio, Meals and snacks details, Specific end time of program, Days of operation. 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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