This is an amazing daycare, especially if you want to pay by the hour and need more flexibility or…read morecan't afford or don't want full-time childcare. All the teachers and staff are top-notch and so sweet. Our kid loves coming here, and I know that she is safe and well cared for. It's clean, organized, and professional. The teachers give you a rundown every day of meals, naps, photos, activities, etc. and do lessons, arts n' crafts, music time, etc. with the kids. There's a little outdoor area where the kids play. They provide diapers. It's all wonderful. If we could swing it with our schedules, I'd put our kid in here full-time! A few things to consider about the Hollywood location: 1) Parking when doing drop-offs and pick-ups can be a little hectic at peak times. Lots of cars navigating down the street. 2) Sometimes parking enforcement lurks close by -- so do a quick check if you're parking in a no parking zone for a quick drop-off. (Yes, I have gotten a ticket before.) Even if you see every other caregiver/parent parking in a no parking zone, you still might get a ticket if you do the same. If there are a ton of pick-ups happening, I think it's less likely they'll ticket just you, but if there aren't a lot of cars, just be on the look out! 3) I know what you're thinking: "Well, I won't be an idiot like you and park in a no parking zone." You'll see the allure of parking in these no parking zones when there are no other close by spots to drop off or pick up your kid. Basically, watch out for parking enforcement nearby! 4) You have to pack your own lunch and snacks or buy lunch or snacks there. Which is fine! But some other daycares provide their own meals. I think that would be tricky with the Brella program though, as it's a pay-by-the-hour system. 5) The Early Bird program is the only sure way to get consistent hours for your kid every month. Once you're on that list, you're set. There is a waitlist (usually). Otherwise, the spots fill up fast and it's nearly impossible to book a routine schedule. 6) There is no 6. I just want to say again how excellent the staff and teachers are at this facility. The end.

Our Honest Experience with Brella After 6 Months…read more After six months at Brella, and now that we've found a new daycare, I wanted to share our honest experience. Booking Brella uses an app for monthly childcare bookings, which open on the 20th at 10 a.m. For the past three months, the app has frozen during booking time, leaving my husband and me spending hours trying to secure spots for our son. Honestly, it's easier to get tickets to a Beyoncé or Taylor Swift concert than to book childcare at Brella. Dependability While Brella advertises full-time childcare flexibility, that hasn't been our experience. For the last three months, we've been waitlisted at least two days each week--for example, every Monday and Tuesday in November. After repeatedly asking in October, we were finally taken off the waitlist, but the inconsistency has been stressful. They also offer "early booking," which we requested access to, only to be told we were waitlisted for that as well. For working parents, this level of unpredictability makes Brella an unreliable option. We've had to use PTO or ask our in-laws to drive over two hours just to help cover childcare gaps. Quality and Communication Several of our favorite teachers have been let go, which was disappointing. Brella is also supposed to send daily photos and lesson plans, but there are days we receive no updates--or just a single photo of the back of our son's head. Overall For such a premium-priced childcare option, Brella has significant issues to address--from booking reliability to staffing and communication. While there are aspects we appreciated early on, it ultimately wasn't dependable enough for our family's needs.

Poinsettia Little School has done an amazing job taking care of our children. The staff is very…read morefriendly. So happy I found them!!

Our daughter wants to go there every morning! I think it…read moremeans something. Everyone is lovely and responsible. Great choice!

I just moved to NYC, and I'd say the single largest heartbreak about leaving Los Angeles, my home…read morefor almost a decade wasn't leaving behind my home, my work, or anything like that. It was taking my kid away from the best daycare in the entire Los Angeles area, Happyland daycare. I'd argue to say it's the best daycare in America, but I don't want to be seen as "over the top". (that's just my personality lol.) Anyhow, all jokes aside, as a first time mother with no family on my or my husband's side in the US at all, they were my village. Not only are they extremely fairly priced, but they took the best care of my baby. She was so happy to go to daycare every single day she always giggled and clapped her hands as we pulled up to Monika's door. The second that door opens, my daughter leaps into her or Olga's arms. You can't buy this feeling of safety and security. I know this and I didn't even have such high expectations going in. I was just a tired mom, desperate for help and a spare pair of hands to help me so I could get my life back. But Monika and Olga exceeded my expectations. I had no idea that they'd make this heavy of a mark in my heart because no nanny, daycare center or service I've had since has come close to their level of care. Their amazing meals (literally the best most organic foods available in the market), the art projects they did, the friends she made, it was so smooth and low drama and honestly not replaceable at all. Nothing comes close to Happyland. I wish I could move back to LA just to be near them, but alas I understand that isn't possible because of my husband's work. So I'll just have to leave this note, as a testament from one mother, to another; if you're reading this, your baby is safe and loved with them. Please consider Happyland over anywhere else, as I know what it's like to need this peace of mind. If you're reading this Monika/olga, thank you from the bottom of my heart. We finally moved and settled in so I finally had the chance to write this, better late than never. Sending all my love, we miss you everyday and Lali still knows your names and asks about you ladies. The scrap book of her photos you made her makes us all smile and cry every single time. Best Bianca

Cannot recommend enough. We started our child here at 12 months old and wish we had started sooner…read more Monika and her whole team couldn't have taken better care of him - from food to play and activities, daily videos and pictures. They are so so professional and attentive to every bit of your child's development, and so welcoming. Such a joy to drop him off and pick him up everyday

I am so happy that I found Anies and her wonderful team. My children have developed beautifully…read moresince joining the daycare. The program is truly special--weekly animal classes, music, dance, and art activities that enrich the children and help them grow in so many ways. As someone who speaks several languages, the language aspect was very important to me. I've seen a big difference--my children started to understand and speak a little French in a short time. Every day at 10:00 AM, they have a structured learning session where they learn colors, numbers, and the alphabet. After just three months, the progress was amazing. The food is kosher, organic, fresh, and delicious--homemade meals that I would happily eat myself. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a warm, loving, and professional environment for their children

My daughter started here at 16 months, and Anies -- the owner -- took truly wonderful care of her…read more We began very slowly: one hour a day, then two, letting her adjust at her own pace. She cried for the first two weeks, which is completely normal at that age, but Anies met every wobble with calm patience and genuine kindness. That gentle transition paid off. Now she walks through the door without even looking back, completely confident, and she has never cried again. Most importantly, I feel she is truly safe there, and that peace of mind is everything. The kids also enjoy genuinely fun and enriching activities: art projects, music time, and even visits from animals. It's a place where learning and play blend beautifully. The environment is warm, attentive, and personal. It's clear that the children are cared for, not simply supervised. Anies really understands them. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a nurturing, thoughtful, and safe place for their child.

Michal daycare is perfect for my son. After seeing several pre-schools we knew that Michal daycare…read moreis the best place. They make him feel loved, part of the family and provide fresh food daily. My son is very happy to go to the daycare everyday!

I cannot say enough amazing things about my daughter's time at Michal Daycare. Michal is literally…read morethe warmest, most caring woman that you could meet. My daughter is so loved there and can't wait to go to school every day. I'm so sorry to be moving to North Carolina and to have to find another daycare.

We have now sent both of our daughters to Century City Kids Club before transitioning them into…read moreother schools. We started our first child with Lucy a few months before our second was due. We wanted to get her acclimated to being away from us, spending time outside of the home, and socializing with other children. What Lucy has created at her beautifully landscaped space is a rare gem in Los Angeles. Given that our first daughter was so well taken care of, and really grew into her own amazing person during her time at Century City Kids Club, there was never any thought of not sending our second daughter to Lucy before she started formal school. Our younger daughter had the same incredible experience, displayed the same type of growth in ability to socialize, and came away with an increased confidence after her time with Lucy, Karina, and Alicia. We have seen Century City Kids Club nurture a lifetime-type-confidence for both children and their parents. The children play so freely and safely. They eat such healthy and delicious food, They are surrounded by the love and joy of other children and adults in such a fun, beautiful, and peaceful space. Century City Kids Club is a very special place, and we and our girls both benefited greatly from our time there.

This is a very very long overdue review! As in my son just turned 18 and is heading off to…read morecollege...I am writing this now as I have been thinking of the people in his life who have had a positive and lasting impact. Lucy is definitely one of those people! My son started at Century City Kids Club when he was around 12 months old and we kept him there all the way through the start of Kindergarten. As other parents decided to go to Pre-K, we kept him with Lucy. The outdoor/indoor setting is amazing; lots of games, crafts, and activities; the food is wonderful. But most importantly Lucy and her team provide such a nurturing and educational environment that once we found her we never considered anywhere else (and we had tried two other daycares before Lucy). My son is an only child and being with other children all day that were both younger and older than he was provided a great social setting for him and taught him many skills that he has carried through his life. Lucy is an amazing person and cares deeply for her work, her staff, and the kids under her care. She is extremely professional and has high expectations and standards for the kids and also for the parents which I really appreciated. She provided me with excellent advice whenever I asked. I highly recommend Century City Kids Club!

This is the way a neighborhood preschool should be -- and it's doubly rare in sprawling Los…read moreAngeles. Expertly run by an administrator with decades of experience. An owner who cares about doing things right. Teachers who love their jobs. Many of the kids come from the area. They're also diverse, too, which we loved. So we have birthday parties in the nearby park, nature walks organized by parents, on top of all the lovely activities that the school provides. It's a pillar of our local lives, just a lovely lovely place.

After touring several preschools, this was immediately our top choice. It was also the furthest…read morefrom our home, yet we happily made the drive every day because this school felt truly special and one of a kind. The balance of creative and academic activities is so thoughtfully done. Each day is thoroughly designed to nurture curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Ms. Maria, Ms. Beatrice, and Ms. Angela are truly incredible. Their patience, kindness, and genuine love for the children made such a meaningful difference in our son's growth and confidence. They supported him beautifully in his learning and were especially amazing during potty training; always encouraging, gentle, and positive. Watching him thrive in their care has meant everything to us. Ms. Julia brings a level of professionalism, care, and organization that is truly felt throughout the school. She clearly understands how to thoughtfully run a preschool while still maintaining a warm, family like environment. We are endlessly grateful for the love, care, and strong foundation this school has given our son. West Hollywood Children's Academy is truly a gem, and we would recommend it without hesitation to any family looking for the very best preschool experience.

Both of my children have gone to Adventurous Learners. My son started at 2.5 after being home with…read morefamily during Covid. He had a hard time transitioning in and I was extremely impressed with how supportive Eloisa was with the transition. He ended up absolutely loving his time at AL and I am so grateful we made the decision for him to go there. He is now at a dual language Spanish elementary and he is so well prepared because of the true Spanish immersion at AL. My daughter started at about 15 months and she has absolutely loved it since day 1. We have had the same 3 teachers the whole time with no turnover at all: Eloisa (the director), Alejandra, and Esmeralda. They all really love the kids and are so kind and communicative. I appreciate the healthy lunches and snacks and the consistent communication. We have a 20 minute drive to get there and it is so worth it. I really can't recommend AL highly enough.

This school is a true hidden gem in Hancock Park. With a small class size capped at 16, and…read morecurrently just 8-10 children supported by three dedicated teachers, each child receives an incredible amount of individualized attention. The teachers are warm, engaged, and consistently interactive -- I've seen through the video updates how often they're singing, playing, and connecting with the kids throughout the day. They provide healthy vegetarian meals and snacks, and keep families informed with daily updates on the Brightwheel app, including photos, videos, and nap logs. Eloisa, the owner, is present every day and brings so much love and care to the school environment. Our daughter began attending at age 2 with no prior exposure to Spanish, and now, just a few months later at 2.5, she's already using a wide range of Spanish words and expressions. In a multicultural city like Los Angeles, it's rare to find a program offering true Spanish immersion -- which makes this place even more special. Most importantly, our daughter absolutely adores the school. Her daily excitement to go is the best testament to how exceptional this community truly is.