The Academy at Manhattan Beach: A Bright Horizons Preschool

Reviews

• SC

  Sarah Campbell

  5 days ago
  5.0
  They deserve more than 5 stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ms. Sylvia and her team were truly fantastic throughout our time at The Academy, Bright Horizons. Our son attended for around 2.5 years before moving on to TK, and we couldn't have asked for a better preschool experience. The Academy is exceptionally well-run, clean and organized, but most importantly, it provides a fun, creative and engaging learning environment. They also create a lovely sense of community, with regular events and opportunities for parents to get involved. Everything is thoughtfully planned, and Sylvia's communication is exceptional! Our son loved going to school, and now that he's started TK, we can really see how well The Academy prepared him for this next chapter. The confidence and skills he developed have given him a great foundation. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Academy to any family looking for a fantastic preschool. A huge thank you to Ms. Sylvia and the entire team for making his first school experience so positive!
• KD

  Katie Dominesey

  Oct 10, 2026
  5.0
  I would give 6 stars if I could! Ms. Sylvia and the entire team at the Academy at Manhattan Beach (Bright Horizons) were our second family the past three years and we were so sad to move on to 'big kid school'. Our kids started at the school when they were just two and were taken in, cared for, loved and nurtured and developed and grew from learning to talk, to potty training and importantly learning how to be good friends and neighbors. I felt completely comfortable with knowing my kids went there. I also really liked the fact that it was very supportive to working families and the transparency by the staff and proactiveness was always appreciated. Their job was really to get our kids 'school ready' and they did that, while I know they miss their little Academy family daily.
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  Gabriel Cullen

  Sep 18, 2026
  5.0
  Our daughter attended The Academy for three years and loved it. Their staff is attentive and accommodating. We miss them and appreciate all they did for our daughter.
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  Laury Barre

  Aug 17, 2026
  5.0
  Quel bonheur d’avoir trouvé cette école pour notre fille Charlize. Nous venions de déménagé de France et nous avions peur de son adaptation dans une nouvelle école avec une nouvelle langue mais tout a été parfait ! Merci infiniment à toute l’équipe de l’école, nous ne retenons que du positif !
• NL

  Niima RADJA LECOINTE

  May 30, 2026
  5.0
  We had a great experience with Bright Horizons Manhattan Beach through their back-up care program. The team was warm, professional, and welcoming, and my child felt comfortable right away. It gave me real peace of mind knowing they were in such a caring environment. Thank you to Diana and the entire team for the wonderful support!

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