Early Years School
Daycare center in Santa Monica, CA. 302 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
About the program
Early Years School is a licensed daycare center in Santa Monica, California, on the state register since 1993. It is licensed for 54 children and serves preschool ages.
The Early Years School is a preschool in Santa Monica offering emergent, child-centered curriculum for children ages two to five.
The program follows a play-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
What parents say
Our family has had an incredibly positive experience at The Early Years School. From the moment we joined, it was clear this is a place where children are truly seen as individuals and curiosity is genuinely celebrated. The small class sizes and low teacher-child ratios make a huge difference. The teachers know each child deeply and meet them exactly where they are, academically, socially, and emotionally. Our child…
Michael Jordan · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoThis school is a GEM in Santa Monica. Our kids loved going to school here every day. The environment they create, the teachers and staff, the way they approach young children, is all informed by research in early childhood development. I love the way they talk to and interact with the kids!! It's respectful, loving, kind and clear. This school feels like a true community. Parents all interact and are included in…
Tina B · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoIn a short period of 3 months, our family has fallen in love with TEYS! Our son enjoys his time in school while learning important life skills as he gets ready for the next round. The school's evolved and sophisticated charm fosters a sense of belonging not just for the children but for the parents as well. We look forward to sending our second and third here :)
Mayank Mohan · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoThe Early Years is an incredible preschool school with kind and nurturing teachers who have been at the school for a long time (some 20 years) and a director who truly partners with parents to support their child’s growth. We love the social, emotional growth and all the learning our child has done through play. It’s a sweet and wholesome environment that focuses on the right things. We’ve felt to grateful to have…
Stephanie Montano · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoGetting there
302 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Questions about Early Years School
Is Early Years School licensed?
Yes. Early Years School holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 191671245), with a licensed capacity of 54 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Early Years School had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows no citations for Early Years School, across 1 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Early Years School take?
Early Years School is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Early Years School cost?
Early Years School publishes full-time tuition from $2,201 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
