About the School
- First Steps School in La Crescenta, CA offers co–ed early childhood education for grades PK–K in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
- The school serves 200 students with a student–teacher ratio of 40:5 teachers.
- Founded in 1991, First Steps School provides a day care and early learning program within the Los Angeles preschool community.
- Summer school programs are available to enrolled students.
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on Number of days and program signed up. contact school for more info.
Admissions Director
Katrine Ebrahimian
Admissions Associate
Dzia Vartabedian
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Steps School?
The application deadline for First Steps School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Location
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(818) 248-1758
La Crescenta, CA 91214
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Magnet School
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