Big and Tiny has felt like home from day one. I first toured the school during the Palisades fires,…read moreand I was incredibly impressed by the grace, compassion, and professionalism of the entire team. Even as many families in the community faced unimaginable challenges, including the loss of their homes, the staff continued to provide a safe, nurturing haven for the children. The school administrators and teachers have created a warm, welcoming community for both students and families. The Spanish immersion program is fantastic, and the art curriculum does an excellent job of keeping the children engaged, creative, and connected to one another. Our daughter started at Big and Tiny in the Little School program at 18 months old and is now thriving in preschool. The environment is warm, down-to-earth, and truly reflective of the Santa Monica community. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend Big and Tiny to any family looking for a nurturing and enriching early childhood program.

Our family has been part of this school since COVID, and we've found a warm, nurturing, and…read moreempowering community for parents and our two children, one of whom is now going to an amazing independent school in Santa Monica thanks in no small part to Big and Tiny/10th St's curriculum, staff, and community. Yes, there are still parts of LA and SanMo left with soul and human commitment, and this is one of them!

We had an excellent experience at Little Kitchen Academy from drop-off to pick-up. Since parents…read morearen't in the session, I can't personally speak to everything that happens during class, but based on what my daughter shared, she had an amazing time. She told me she learned what it's like to run a kitchen from A to Z, which was both fun and educational. When I picked her up, she was all smiles and couldn't wait to tell me about everything she had learned. The staff was professional, friendly, and did an incredible job working with the kids. It was clear they created a positive, engaging, and supportive environment. We're so excited for her next class and look forward to seeing her continue to learn and grow at Little Kitchen Academy!

This has to be one of my favorite things to take my son to and his friends. It has been such an…read moreamazing experience for them. The confidence he has gained in the kitchen, to cook with me, has been so much fun to see. He is only 5 and he is cracking eggs like a pro. I highly recommend checking this place out to give your kids a great opportunity to learn a new skill and join you in the kitchen at home!

All I can say is Wow! My (almost 6 year old) son has always shown an interest in & propensity for…read moreart. So when it came time to enroll in summer camps, I searched through the multitude of art camps, almost ignoring Kids Artistic Sense because it is housed in the near-barren Westside Pavillion. I am so glad that I decided instead to go check it out in person. Such a pleasant surprise. A most beautiful (and clean!) facility focused on real art (not piles of papers & craft projects that you don't know what to do with). Other activities like Legos, clay/kinetic sand, even an area for ball play so kids can shake their wiggles out! The most warm & encouraging staff, led by Miss Sandra who truly knew my son after his first visit. We started with a one-day trial on Memorial Day & ended up signing up for 3 weeks of summer camp. (2 of which are already sadly done). My son cannot wait to go back in July for his 3rd week & we are trying to rearrange our schedule to add another week. It is that special! Check out the paintings he is most proud of! And go check it out for yourself :)

Our 7 year daughter has been taking art classes at Kids Artistic Sense for two years and she loves…read moreit. She looks forward to the classes every week. They do a great job of letting kids express themselves, and at the same time teaching them about different artists and techniques. We had her birthday party there this year and it was AMAZING. The kids had a ton of fun and created beautiful individual paintings and a group painting. I highly recommend it. The staff were so helpful and made the experience fun for everyone. Many of the parents and kids said how much they enjoyed it. We ordered food Frida's Tacos in the mall and the food was delicious. You can order from any restaurant you choose which is another plus. I can say enough great things about them. :) Aloka 4/6/18 update It's now been two more years and our daughter and son have been going to kids artistic sense. They had so much fun doing camp over spring break. I posted the most recent picture. It's such a flexible option for breaks as you can do the days that work with your scheuxls

Coach Sara at Jumping Gym, brings an entire child gymnastics gym to our child care center every…read moreweek! Coach Sara is dedicated to teach a gymnastics program to our students ranging in ages 2-5 yrs old. Every week she implements an engaging gymnastic obstacle course, for our students to learn and accomplish. Coach Sara also utilizes early learning music and movement practices, to teach our youngest of learners. Thanks Coach Sara!

Coach Sara is very resourceful with the kids. She knows how to engage them in many ways. My kids…read morelove her. They have made a great improvement in their gymnastics and physical stamina since they've started a year ago. Coach Sara is punctual and responsible. We're very grateful to have her train our kids!

We had so much fun last night at Goodness Creative Co's Event @Feastly in Venice. We were able to…read moreenjoy good food, drinks and socialize with other adults all while our kids were having a blast in a completely separate area. The event space was welcoming and beautiful! I will definitely go to another event of Karen's.

I am so happy to have found Goodness Creative Co. and Goodness Kids! Karen and her staff are so…read moregenuine, friendly, and accommodating. I have been to events at Metro, The Space, and Feastly and they have always exceeded my expectations. These people are so professional and on top of their game. I can't believe they've only been in business a few months. It's about time someone came up with a way for adults to enjoy some "me" time without having to dish out a lot of money for a sitter and know our children are safe and having as much fun as we are. Great job, Karen!

My son and I attended weekly groups at People Place from age 4mo until 21mo and it was such a…read morefoundational support system for us, especially in his first year. Having the ability to vent, seek advice or just receive validation from other moms who "get it" was valuable for me, as I adjusted to being a new parent. It also served the purpose of helping me learn to get out of the house solo with my son on a regular basis in those early months, which built my confidence. Learning tips and tricks from the facilitators and other moms was a great perk - new parenthood can be so isolating and you can get in your own head about milestones. These groups helped me *breathe* and realize every kid is going to change at their own pace. Highly recommend facilitators Zena and Bobbie, my son loved them (and I did too!)

What an awesome group! Robyn and Kazia were very warm and welcoming from the moment I arrived. They…read morehad a nice selection of beverages, and the snacks were tasty. The class size was limited to a good number so as to keep things intimate. I really enjoyed the theme and hearing from the other moms. Between the mat setup with blankets, the exercise balls, the nursing pillows, and the basket full of toys, my daughter and I had everything we needed to have a great time! I also really loved the "goodbye song." I definitely be signing up for a package of classes. This group is unlike any other mommy group around (in a good way)!

Our child has been attending Bilingual Butterfly since she was 8 months old, and we cannot…read morerecommend it enough!!! The teachers are true educators who care about the kids' whole well-being, and provide wonderful opportunities for curiosity and play (even as infants). In terms of cleanliness and organization, Bilingual Butterfly is steps above. Our child LOVES going to school and we love the high quality care that she receives here.

If I could give Bilingual Butterfly 10 stars, I would. It is truly a special place! My child is 3…read moreyears old and has been a student since she was 15 months old and I plan on staying until she ages out. Safety: It's a great feeling knowing your child is safe and secure. The center is gated and each parent/guardian must enter a code via the app to dropoff and pickup. It's in a great neighborhood as well. Sick Policy: They take their sick policy serious and as a parent I appreciate this. In the almost 2 years my child has been attending BB, she's only been 'sick' maybe 4 times (and by 'sick'. I mean runny nose and mild cough/congestion). I attribute this to the fact that they sanitize DAILY, perform routine health checks, and enforce the sick policy to keep everyone healthy and safe. Learning/Development: The growth that I've witnessed from my child while attending, still blows me away. This is so much more than a daycare, but a school as well where (as a toddler), they tailor the curriculum to the child's learning pace and they spend 1:1 time doing exercises with them from toddler-friendly science projects, my daughter is learning to write her name, she can read simple books, they teach logic and comprehension, and are big on emotional regulation, and independence. I'm truly grateful for all that my daughter has learned and continues to learn- she literally blows us away weekly with new words, phrases, and speech development. Holistic: They really have a holistic approach to education and wellness is one a core of it. They do yoga before naptime, Ms. Mirandoa prepares well-balanced and nutritious meals and snacks with organic ingredients and they even have cooking class where the kids learn how to prepare their food and learn about different foods, etc. My daughter was also potty trained at 2 years old here at BB, and we really followed the school's lead in doing so. It was a process, but we appreciated their patience and guidance helping our girl reach this milestone. It was a collaborative effort truly. In the summer they have splash activities and various celebrations throughout the year. It really is a community here and as you can see I'm blessed to be part of it. It's so evident that Ms. Miranda and Ms. Picazo were made for this work. They truly love what they do and it shows! Your child will quite literally be in the best care here!

We love lovebug, especially the music class with Miss Macy. She remembers our kids' names,…read moreencourages their musical abilities, and hosts such a high energy class that both our 3 year old and 6 month old love. We took the art class a couple of years ago and also quite enjoyed it. Highly recommend.

We love LoveBug! The classes are fun, organized, and so encouraging. My kid talks about art class…read moreall week long and has become so much more confident creatively. The teachers are fantastic and clearly care about every child.