Wonder Years Daycare & Preschool, established in 1989, caters to Beverly Hills and West Los Angeles. Our age-appropriate curriculum starts at 18 months till 5 years, fosters emotional, social, physical, and cognitive growth through play, discovery, and diverse art forms.
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‘Where Play Meets Purpose. Where Children Become Lifelong Learners’
Our Philosophy
Every child is a unique explorer, an innate artist, and a budding genius waiting to unfold. We don’t just care for children—we emphasize on the emotional, social, physical and cognitive development that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and connection.
Why Choose Us?
Proven Legacy: Established in 1989 – Trusted by generations of families.
Expert Educators: Teachers with specialized training in early childhood education.
Affordable Excellence: High-quality education that doesn’t break the bank.
Holistic Development: Complimentary extra-curricular activities to nurture your child’s growth.
Meet The Early Educators
Our staff consists of highly experienced teachers with a strong educational background in early childhood development and psychology.
Ms. Debbie Mandell, Founder
Ms. Mandell is an UCLA alumni. She began teaching in 1981 as Director of Alouette School, where she taught Kindergarten and first classes. With a background that involved singing and acting at the famous Lee Strasberg Institute in Hollywood, Ms. Mandell’s approach to education stresses the importance of character growth through a variety of activities.
Ms. Marlene Berns, Co-Founder
Ms. Berns first began teaching as a camp counselor and instructor at a family owned business which was well known on the Westside as Happy Trails Day Camp. She later became the director of the camp. After attending UCLA, with an emphasis on child development and psychology, Ms. Berns went on to teach in the L.A. City School District in their Children’s centers.
‘We strive to continuously develop, refine and deploy an educational program that provides a strong foundation for your children to reach their highest possible potential in the future.’