Tarzana, CA

The Goddard School in Tarzana offers a comprehensive F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic, social, and emotional development. Their play-based curriculum includes STEAM learning, language arts, and character development programs. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. All teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields and receive ongoing professional development. The school emphasizes individualized learning plans and maintains low student-teacher ratios for personalized attention.

Sunshine Daycare & Preschool provides a nurturing environment with a balanced curriculum that combines Montessori-inspired activities with structured learning. Their program includes early literacy, mathematics, science exploration, and creative arts. The center features secure facilities with CCTV monitoring, clean and organized classrooms, and shaded outdoor play areas. Teachers are CPR/First Aid certified and many hold advanced degrees in early childhood education. The center is known for its strong parent communication system and emphasis on social-emotional development through guided play and cooperative learning activities.

Bright Horizons at Encino, serving the Tarzana area, offers the World at Their Fingertips curriculum that integrates literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies through hands-on learning. The center features purpose-built classrooms, multiple outdoor playgrounds, and enhanced security systems. Their teachers typically hold bachelor's degrees and participate in continuous professional development. The program emphasizes project-based learning and incorporates technology appropriately for early childhood development. Bright Horizons is recognized for its strong health and safety protocols, nutritious meal programs, and comprehensive developmental assessments that track each child's progress.