The Launching Pad serves 187 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten, is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The Launching Pad religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
187 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Launching Pad often compared to?
The Launching Pad is often viewed alongside schools like Carden School, Peninsula Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Launching Pad?
The application deadline for The Launching Pad is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Launching Pad located?
The Launching Pad is located in the North Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in North Redondo.
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People that viewed The Launching Pad also viewed these schools: Beach Cities Child Development Center, Magic Rainbow Pre School, Manhattan Academy, Journey Of Faith Christian School and American Martyrs School.
The nearest high school to The Launching Pad is Beach Cities Learning Center (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Manhattan Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Beach Cities Child Development Center (0.3 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Beach Cities Child Development Center![Beach Cities Child Development Center Photo]( "Beach Cities Child Development Center Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
850 Inglewood Ave and 514 N. Prospect Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 370-4966
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 370-4966
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 333 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Magic Rainbow Pre School
Daycare / Preschool
1159 N Aviation Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 376-7556
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 376-7556
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 11 students
1740 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 374-1804
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 374-1804
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 106 students
1243 Artesia Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 374-0583
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 374-0583
1.4 miles
Gr: K | 69 students
American Martyrs School
(Catholic)
1701 Laurel Avenue
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-8559
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-8559
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 684 students
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