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Maple Tree Academy

Daycare center in Santa Monica, CA. 1814 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Maple Tree Academy in Santa Monica, CA
AgesInfant, toddler and preschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition from$2,600 a month
Licensed capacity120 children
Citations on fileNone on record
On the register since2016

About the program

Maple Tree Academy is a licensed daycare center in Santa Monica, California, on the state register since 2016. It is licensed for 120 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.

Maple Tree Academy provides infant care, preschool, and transitional kindergarten programs across four locations in the Los Angeles area.

The program follows a Reggio Emilia approach.

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Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Infant$2,600"Sugar Maples (3-24 months): $2600-$2800 Full-time"

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.

Infant places400 to 12 months

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center + Infant Center · 197492822, 197492821
Licence statusActive since 2016
Licensed capacity120 children
Inspections on file4
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file0Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)0507 of 2,550 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints04 inspection visits · last visit September 2025

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

We love MTA! My baby has been going there since he was 7 months. As first time parents, we were so nervous. But MTA is great. Before you start, the administrator personally come to your house for a meet and greet, and goes over everything, explaining what to bring etc. All the teachers are super sweet, I don't know how they remember each kids' parents, even when the non-primary parent picks them up, but they do. They…

LD · 5/5 on Google · 9 months ago

As a first time mom I am so grateful for Maple Tree. My daughter started attending the infant classroom at 5 months old. The teachers and program administrators instantly put us at ease with their intentional enrollment and daily communication. We just had our last day with my daughter at 18 months old. The teachers truly fostered an environment where my child thrived. We will forever be grateful to the Maple Tree…

Olivia Gartland · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

I could not be more grateful for MTA. The teachers and staff are professional, caring and supportive. My son went there for 3 years and loved going to school everyday. They do an amazing job at understanding and connecting with each child. They help not only the child but also the parents navigate through all developmental milestones through one-on-one conferences with the parents and frequent community sessions.

Alyssa Hodgson · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

Our baby loves his teachers and friends at MTA! He’s growing and learning so much every day.

Lois Symms · 5/5 on Google · 5 months ago
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Getting there

1814 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Questions about Maple Tree Academy

Is Maple Tree Academy licensed?

Yes. Maple Tree Academy holds an active Day Care Center + Infant Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 197492822, 197492821), with a licensed capacity of 120 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Maple Tree Academy had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows no citations for Maple Tree Academy, across 4 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Maple Tree Academy take?

Maple Tree Academy is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.

How much does Maple Tree Academy cost?

Maple Tree Academy publishes full-time tuition from $2,600 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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