Just Like Mom’s Preschool was founded in 1979 by Eleanora Korol and Marina Podelko, two women of European descent with backgrounds in education and child development.

Having come to California the year before, we saw a need in the Hollywood/Los Angeles area, for a preschool and kindergarten that focused on teaching and child development instead of simply babysitting your kids. Our ambition was to create an environment that fostered growth and challenged kids to reach ever higher both academically and socially. To build a preschool in the tradition of the best European schools, without being tied to aging curricula.

We wanted to add to children’s experiences and do everything we could to provide a nurturing and safe environment for them to grow and enjoy.

Success in achieving these goals is evident in the number of multi-generational attendees and the overwhelming amount of testimonials we receive from kids and parents alike. For almost three decades, Just Like Mom’s has been a second home to hundreds of kids and we have always remained true to a philosophy of individualized attention and low student to teacher ratios. This level of dedication is instrumental when it comes to providing a nurturing environment where children feel confident to socialize with friends and discover the world.

Just Like Mom’s believes in providing as much opportunity for kids to learn, explore, and interact as possible. In addition to the basic curriculum, we offer formal and informal classes in music, dance, gymnastics, drama, arts & crafts, some foreign languages (see curriculum page), and Karate.

The staff at Just Like Mom’s is always carefully selected and pre-screened to ensure your child’s safety. Before selecting a new teacher, we review their educational background, Early Childhood training and experience, and their overall sensitivity toward the individual needs of children. Most of our teachers and staff have been with us for many years.

From our humble beginnings with 6 students in a residential house in West Hollywood, we have grown to our present secure and gated location in the heart of Hollywood at 1535 N. Poinsettia Place, Los Angeles, California90046 and a regular column in a local newspaper.

We encourage you to call (323) 688-2424 and schedule a time to see for yourself how you too can find a home away from home for your child.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Just Like Mom’s Preschool & Kindergarten.