Why Footsteps
Everything we do is built around your child
From thoughtfully designed classrooms to fresh meals made on site, here's what makes Footsteps a place where children thrive.
What Sets Us Apart
Why families choose Footsteps
Thoughtful details, big and small, that make every day richer for your child.
Child-led learning
Cozy, inviting classrooms
Community garden
Low teacher-to-child ratios
CPR-certified, fully background-checked staff
Weekly Spanish music, movement & mobility classes
Weekly neighborhood nature walks
Fresh, hot organic lunch daily
Family events & celebrations
Reggio Emilia–inspired approach
Loving infant & toddler care
Kindergarten readiness
Spanish immersion
Nut-free, allergy-aware kitchen
Daily photos & moment updates
Daily outdoor play & large yards
A Day With Us
Follow our Footsteps
The gentle rhythms and intentional practices that shape each child's day.
Morning Reflection & Connection
Using All Organic, Taste-Safe, Natural Materials
2 Hours of Guided Sensory
Wide Variety Nature-Inspired Activities
Nap in a Peaceful, Quiet Space
Seamless Indoor & Outdoor Space at Both Playa Vista & Mid-City
Music, Movement & Spanish Songs
Art & Creative Expression
Gardening in Our Community Garden
Early Literacy & Story Time
Fresh, Organic Hot Lunch, Made on Site
Neighborhood Nature Walks
Peace of Mind
Safe, licensed, and built on trust
Footsteps is fully licensed by the California Department of Social Services. We take allergy safety seriously as a certified nut-free school, with additional precautions during meal and snack times.
- ✓ Fully licensed by the CA Department of Social Services
- ✓ Certified nut-free environment
- ✓ Fresh, organic hot lunch made on site daily
- ✓ Play-based, child-led curriculum
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