Everything we do is built around your child
From warm, welcoming classrooms to Spanish immersion and a nut-free kitchen, here's what makes Footsteps a place where children thrive.
Why families choose Footsteps
Thoughtful details, big and small, that make every day richer for your child.
Spanish immersion
Spanish woven into songs, stories, and daily routines — language learning that feels like play.
Reggio Emilia–inspired approach
Children lead, teachers listen — learning grows out of each child's own curiosity.
Low teacher-to-child ratios
Small groups mean your child is truly known — never lost in the crowd.
CPR-certified, fully background-checked staff
Every teacher at both campuses is CPR & First Aid certified.
Nut-free, allergy-aware kitchen
A certified nut-free school, with extra precautions at every meal and snack.
Daily photos & moment updates
Snapshots of the projects, giggles, and small wins from your child's day — sent to your phone through the Brightwheel app.
Outdoor play & community garden
Fresh air every day, with garden beds made for digging and discovering.
Kindergarten readiness
Older children build the independence, confidence, and routines kindergarten asks for.
The rhythm of a Footsteps day
Every day follows the same gentle arc — familiar enough to feel safe, open enough for wonder.
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Morning connection
A warm hello, familiar faces, and time to settle in gently.
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Child-led play
Open-ended materials and unhurried exploration, guided by curiosity.
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Spanish songs & movement
Music, rhythm, and movement — Spanish that feels like play.
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Outdoor time & garden
Big movement, fresh air, and quiet discoveries in the garden.
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Stories before rest
Soft voices and favorite books wind the day down for rest.
Safe, licensed, and built on trust
Trust is earned in the small things — who we hire, what we serve, and how carefully we run each day. Here's what stands behind ours:
- ✓ Fully licensed by the California Department of Social Services at both of our locations
- ✓ Certified nut-free environment, with additional precautions during meal and snack times
- ✓ Fresh, organic hot lunch made daily at Playa Vista
- ✓ Caring for LA families since 2019 — from a Playa Vista home program to two campuses
See the difference in person
The best way to know is to visit. Pick a time below to tour our Mid-City center and see the classrooms in action.