schools

venice beach and westside school information

Help I got a truancy notice!

Because nothing says parenting in LAUSD like getting scolded for taking your kid on an educational trip abroad.

Jan 1, 2026

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9 min read

École Fleur de Vie: The Westside’s French Bilingual Gem for Little Learners

A closer look at the West LA preschool blending language, warmth, and intentional design — led by a teacher who truly gets kids.

Dec 31, 2025

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6 min read

No Arts Funding? Venice Arts Has Entered the Chat

Spoiler: YouTube Shorts Don’t Count as Arts Education

Jul 4, 2025

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4 min read

Public School Elementary Picks: Venice Beach, Mar Vista & Marina del Rey

So many great options, you’ll wish you had more kids just to try them all.

Jun 26, 2025

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9 min read

Venice Beach Preschools

Because finding the right preschool feels like dating, but with more finger painting.

Jun 4, 2025

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15 min read

Meet Your School Whisperer: Sandy Eiges of L.A. School Scout

Charter, Private, Public? Cut through the confusion with an expert

Jun 3, 2025

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2 min read

What Is the LAUSD Magnet Program?

Points, PHBAO + more

May 31, 2025

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8 min read

Spotlight: THE REALM – A Local Hidden Gem for Curious Kids

Because in a town that’s all about alternative everything, shouldn’t there be some alternative schools too?

May 14, 2025

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3 min read

Universal TK & The Great Preschool-to-Kindergarten Mystery

Because if you’ve read the LAUSD brochure twice and still can’t figure it out, you’re not alone.

Apr 7, 2025

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10 min read