Ucla Early Care & Education represents the very best of what a university can be—a diverse community of talented people who enrich our society through education, research and service.
Our extraordinary students are simply the best of the best.
They come from every walk of life and share a commitment to excellence.
For more than 10 years, we have received more freshman applications than any other university and have enrolled about 10 percent of those who applied.
Our world-class faculty includes many who are the top scholars in their fields.
They are actively engaged in teaching and research because they love learning and discovery.
UCLA enjoys a special relationship with Los Angeles and Southern California.
Faculty, staff and students provide informed service to almost 200 civic organizations.
Our scholarship advances medical science, engineering, education, the arts and humanities and many other fields all over the world.
Ucla Early Care & Education represents the very best of what a university can be—a diverse community of talented people who enrich our society through education, research and service.
Our extraordinary students are simply the best of the best.
They come from every walk of life and share a commitment to excellence.
For more than 10 years, we have received more freshman applications than any other university and have enrolled about 10 percent of those who applied.
Our world-class faculty includes many who are the top scholars in their fields.
They are actively engaged in teaching and research because they love learning and discovery.
UCLA enjoys a special relationship with Los Angeles and Southern California.
Faculty, staff and students provide informed service to almost 200 civic organizations.
Our scholarship advances medical science, engineering, education, the arts and humanities and many other fields all over the world.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ucla Early Care & Education?
The application deadline for Ucla Early Care & Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ucla Early Care & Education located?
Ucla Early Care & Education is located in the Palms neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Palms.
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