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Ages 2–5

Best Preschools in Northridge

Top 20 licensed programs serving children ages 2–5, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

23 preschool-capable facilities
0 top rated
95% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Los Angeles County

2022 median
$1,113
/ month
infant
$956
/ month
toddler
$974
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $732/month).

Northridge has 23 licensed childcare providers serving preschool-age children (2–5), combining Child Care Centers and qualifying Family Child Care Homes. California caps preschool ratios at 1:12 (one caregiver per twelve kids). This guide ranks the top 20 by inspection record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

95% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with zero citations on file. Each facility's page shows the full inspection and complaint history so you can dig deeper before scheduling a tour.

Programs vary widely in philosophy — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, play-based, and academic models are all represented. Click any listing to see the teaching style (when the owner has published it), tuition ranges, and the latest CCLD inspection summary.

Top 20 Preschools in Northridge

1

Andasol Elementaty State Pre-school

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 23 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
2

C.s.u.n. Preschool Child & Family Studies Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 60 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
3

Caterpillar Cottage Preschool Llc

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
4

Ccrc Head Start - Napa

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 18 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
5

Highland Hall School

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 106 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
6

Kids Park Northridge

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 30 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
7

Kids Town Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 60 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
8

Little Wonderland La

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 36 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
9

New-life Preschool & Kindergarten

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 96 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
10

Petite School House

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 182 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
11

San Fernando Valley Academy C. D. C.

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 40 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
12

St. Mary Coptic Orthodox School

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 45 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
13

St. Nicholas School

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 90 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
14

Starter Set Preschool & Child Development Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 68 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
15

Temple Ramat Zion Nursery School

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 60 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
16

Weekday Nursery School

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 88 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
17

Ymca of Metro La/north Valley Darby

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 70 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
18

Casa Montessori, Inc

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 72 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
19

C.s.u.n. Assoc. Students Childcare Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 136 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
20

Northridge Early Education Center

Fair

Child Care Center · Northridge

Capacity: 120 Est. preschool tuition: $900 – $1,200/mo
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed preschools are in Northridge?
Northridge has 23 licensed childcare programs that serve preschool-age children (ages 2–5). This includes dedicated preschool centers and family child care homes whose licenses cover this age group.
What's the difference between a preschool and a daycare center?
In California licensing terminology the two overlap significantly — most "preschools" are licensed as Child Care Centers that happen to serve children ages 2–5 with a structured curriculum. Dedicated preschool programs tend to emphasize school readiness, early literacy, and social-emotional development.
How much does preschool cost in Northridge?
Typical monthly tuition for a preschool program in Los Angeles County is about $1,063 at a center and $943 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Part-day and half-day programs cost less.
What should I look for when choosing a preschool?
Look for a published curriculum or teaching philosophy, low teacher turnover, outdoor play space, a clean inspection history on the facility's page, and caregivers who engage warmly with children during your tour. Ask about ratio (state maximum is 1:12 for preschoolers), transition plans to kindergarten, and how behavior and conflict are handled.

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