Nothing I can say can fully capture how amazing Growing Garden is. We've now sent BOTH our kids…read morehere and joke about how we wish we had more just so we could send them to this school. Jessie is an incredibly caring, engaged, enthusiastic, energetic educator who absolutely dotes on the children. She goes above and beyond to make sure each of the kids feels seen, challenged, and loved. They spend their days making art, learning in a fun way, making food, playing outdoors, etc. They are simply HAPPY here, and we credit Jessie with making our kids' first experience with school a positive, memorable one. We're so sad our GG days are coming to a close and fear no other teacher will compare to Jessie. We will cherish our memories here forever!

Jessie, the founder and lead teacher at Growing Gardens, is one of the rarest kinds of humans that…read morehas a way of making every single kid in her school feel seen, loved, and valued. She forms a tight knit, collaborate and small community in her school, through dedicated attention to each child's needs and strengths. I can list countless things that she taught my daughter while she was there, from strong academic skills, to language skills, to self care and social skills, but most importantly to us, she made my daughter feel like her best self--like she was safe, valued, and cared for. Some of her closest friends have come out of her time at Growing Gardens (as have some of our closest parent friends), and she always talks about the school and her beloved teacher Jessie with love and wonder. The best decision we made when picking a preschool was choosing Growing Gardens.

Two of my children attend this location since they were less than a year old. 6 years later, my…read moreyoungest is now ready to transition. This school has always had caring and supportive staff. I appreciate their kindness and patience they have with all children. Although I am sad that my children are getting older, I leave knowing that I have placed them under great care. Thank you!!

Ms Helen is amazing and very kind to the kids. The owners are very nice, compassionate and people…read more I highly recommend this place. It's affordable clean and your kids are safe and sound.

We enrolled our 1-year-old son in two sessions of Toddler and Me at Segray, and it was such a…read morepositive experience for our family. The program is thoughtfully organized with a great mix of free exploration and structured activities, all designed with toddlers' development in mind. Each week had new, well-curated stations and age-appropriate toys that kept things engaging and fun. Our son especially loved the music portion, including a session with a guitarist singing songs with the children. Angela, the program director, and her team were incredibly welcoming, warm, and communicative throughout the program. They did a wonderful job making the space feel inviting and safe for both toddlers and their caregivers, whether parents, grandparents, or nannies. That was especially meaningful for little ones who may not have had prior school experience yet. The staff was fantastic with the children and clearly cared deeply about creating a nurturing environment. You can really see the love and thought they put into everything, from the classroom setup to the outdoor play areas. Overall, Toddler and Me was a great value and wonderful exposure for our son. I would highly recommend it to any parent or caregiver looking for a warm, enriching program for their toddler.

We love Segray. Our son started at 18 months and they really helped him with the transition. His…read moredays are always jam packed with fun, and he comes homes singing songs and telling us about what he did with his teachers and friends. It's a beautiful community with the most supportive teachers and staff.

Works great for our working family. Our son loves it at Westminster. Great teachers and great hours.read more

My daughter went here for a brief period in the summer and it was just a lovely, homey experience,…read morewith a great outdoor area for play (with real grass, which feels novel somehow), and a lot of fun activities for the kids.

A Lifesaver and a Treasure…read more Chandler's Preschool quite literally rescued our family. We suddenly lost our nanny and were scrambling for care when the school had just opened--and we were lucky enough to be one of their very first families. From day one, we felt embraced, supported, and cared for in a way that exceeded all expectations. Our son just graduated from Chandler's and is heading into kindergarten not only confident and excited, but already reading. He was accepted into an excellent private school, and I have no doubt that Chandler's nurturing environment and thoughtfully designed curriculum played a huge role in preparing him. The teachers are warm, engaging, and truly see every child. The director runs the school with such intentionality--making sure the meals are always fresh, organic, and nutritious. The facility itself is immaculately clean and beautifully maintained. You can tell that everything, from the schedule to the classroom setup, is created with early childhood development philosophies in mind. Our younger daughter still attends, and I'm always blown away by the care and quality of education. She has weekly science lessons, cooking projects, and physical activities all seamlessly woven into her day. So much of the learning is hands-on and joyful--my kids often don't want to leave when I come to pick them up! We are endlessly grateful for Chandler's Preschool. It's been a home, a school, and a community for our family--and we can't recommend it highly enough.

*TLDR: Unless you are into Authoritarianism, do not send your children here*…read more Enough time has passed that I am ready to tell my family's story, to spare future families from heartbreak and drama. We spent 7 months of relative peace at Chandler's. There were definitely some pinkish to red flags that I ignored, but childcare in LA can be very difficult to find, so I dismissed my gut feelings. Our family required a preschool that accepted children at 18 months old, and they could accommodate that. I will lead with some brief positive aspects of Chandler's: availability of long hours, homemade and healthy breakfast/ lunch served, and some fairly decent teachers. Here's the ugly: The owner of the school, Carolina Garzzia, leads with an iron fist. Our first meetings with her led me to see someone not to be crossed, and her communication style has always felt very chaotic, non-cohesive, and cold. As an example, she has strong opinions about how long mothers should breastfeed--we found out as someone who took the tour with us and signed her child up ended up backing out at the last minute (losing her deposit) because Ms. Garzzia told her flat-out to stop breastfeeding. While this is not a religious school, the undertones are there (AI Jesus and the babies in heaven on their Instagram have been spotted), and the 2024 Christmas factor was on overdrive. I have talked to families (that practice different faiths) about how when they pushed back on the repeated request for their children to bring a Christmas ornament, Ms. Garzzia reacted with an astonished "In my 30 years of teaching, I have never!..."--well, maybe that is because you have created an environment in which people are uncomfortable talking to you, or you have traditionally surrounded yourself with the same kinds of people as yourself. About 5 months in, fellow parents at the school told us of a very upsetting event in which they saw a strange man taking photos of the gate and walking up the driveway, which is not supposed to be open during business hours. When questioned, this man became incredibly aggressive. The parent walked up to relay this information to the administration immediately and make sure they knew he was present. Chandler's admin were at first 1) nowhere to be found, and when they did show up, 2) sharply dismissed and told parent they were "taking care of it" without explanation. This is how this school meets any questioning, over a major SAFETY CONCERN... without curiosity, without sympathy. It's their way or the highway. This is where we met our own proverbial highway. This story is so stupid that it sounds unreal. In February of 2025, parents in the Chandler's school-run WhatsApp chat decided to create some sub-groups for the classrooms. Privately, a few parents and I had talked about how we thought it would be good for these to be parent-only, without Administration. An incredibly normal thing that most schools have--to plan teacher gifts, make weekend playdates, and yes, to talk it out when something unsettling happens. I was the one who denied entry of the administrators to our Caterpillar subgroup. For the sake of receipts, I have uploaded the exchange with redacted names except for the business owner. What happened after that was quite shocking. On Monday morning, I dropped off my child at their classroom and was called into the office by Ms. Garzzia, who locked the door behind me when I entered. She was not interested in hearing my perspective, and that this act of "rudeness" was seen as a challenge to their absolute power and their ability to control all narratives about the workings of Chandlers. I asked what the next steps could be, and Carolina replied sharply, "Oh I think we are done here. How can you trust us to take care of your child if you cannot trust us?" A very fair point. I asked for a check for the rest of the month's tuition, and to my surprise, this check was already cut, and a letter of dismissal was sealed in an envelope. I had to return to the classroom and take our sweet child out. Our family is horrified that the administration thought it was perfectly appropriate to retaliate against an innocent child and pluck him away from his friends and routine--all because of a perceived slight from a parent. This is their capacity for emotional intelligence and empathy. The administration was also aware that my parents had lost their home in Altadena to the Eaton Fire weeks before, and that my step-dad was still in the hospital after severe smoke inhalation. We were in terrible need of childcare, and they didn't care. I fully expect a response to this review that will be full of lies. That is their style. The bottom line is that parents deserve to be able to present concerns and questions without feeling dismissed or bullied.

We love this school in Hollywood! So excited for them to expand into Eagle Rock. The school…read moreprovides an amazing balance of structure and flexibility and we are so grateful to have found it. Our daughter has thrived since starting at 18 months and she loves going to school.

Our daughters attend Delaney Wright Hollywood and I cannot say enough good things about this…read morespecial place! The care and compassion shown to your children truly can't be beat. We have made lifelong friends here and I'm so grateful for the community we've had. It really is such a happy happy place for kids with tons of great activities like Yoga, gardening, Spanish classes and tons of art and play. I can't imagine our lives without this place, thank you so much to the incredible teachers and staff for all that you do!!

We sent our child here from age 2.5 to 4, and we loved every minute! The teaching staff is well…read morequalified and even worked with us on social emotional coaching and toilet learning. We loved participating in family and community events, where we could connect with other parents in the neighborhood. Our child was able to do so much independently as a result of attending Blossom... she was cutting with scissors beyond Kindergarten requirements at age 3! I've since recommended Blossom to many other friends and incoming families, and we continue to keep in touch and return to the school to visit.

Our daughter was part of the first class at Blossom and we adore everything about the school. It…read moreis a warm and welcoming environment. When our daughter graduated last year we were sad to leave. The teachers are so devoted to their students, the Montessori curriculum and the school community. If ever there was an issue or a concern it was addressed immediately. They also created a wonderful community, help the parents get to know each other, I am still friends with the other parents, and Blossom was works with families who need financial assistance. I noticed there is a 1-star review. I don't think their child attended Blossom. Our experience is the opposite of what they expressed. We loved all the teachers and our daughter was completely prepared for TK when she left Blossom, though I never wanted to leave.

There is no other place like the Nest. This is a small school run by incredibly intelligent, kind…read morepeople dedicated to helping your child discover and become the best version of themselves. My son entered as a shy two year old and graduated, three years later, with confidence in himself and a feeling of safety in the world. He understands how to navigate conflict, is beginning to read, to understand mathematical and scientific concepts, and to love learning. We have made lasting friends in an amazing community of open minded people. They play, but with intention. They learn emotional regulation, as well as academic subjects. I am so glad I made the decision to bring my child here. We are both better for being part of the Nest community.

My daughter attended The Nest and the experience was so special. She loved all of the teachers so…read moremuch that she asked to do a play date when we eventually left to attend elementary school! I had concerns about my daughter's school when we explored options as my son's pre school was less than ideal but we were incredibly happy with The Nest, as are friends that also have children that attend The Nest. I couldn't recommend this school more!