Little Tides of Long Beach — Local services in City of Long Beach

I cannot recommend this daycare enough! This is our second year at Little Tides and from the moment we enrolled, it was clear that Sheila, the director, truly cares about each child as if they were her own. Her warmth and dedication shine through in every interaction, and she sets the tone for the entire center. It’s not just about providing a safe space; Sheila goes above and beyond to make sure every child feels loved and supported.

The teachers here are incredible as well. My daughter absolutely loves going in each day and always comes home with a big smile. They’re attentive, nurturing, and really engage with the kids, helping them learn and grow in a caring environment. They always keep the children busy with art projects, fun crafts, gym time and we come home with so much wonderful artwork!

What I also appreciate is the consistent communication via the Brightwheel app. I get real-time updates on everything from meals to naps, which is incredibly reassuring. Plus, I love getting the occasional photo of my daughter enjoying her day—it makes me feel so connected to her experience, even when I'm not there.

Overall, this daycare has been such a wonderful experience for my family. It’s clear that Sheila and her team are invested in the well-being of every child, and that peace of mind is priceless...

Little Tides (aka temple Emanuel) has been such a special place for our family! Our older daughter attended and graduated from their program, and her pre-k teacher was so impressed with how well prepared she was for school, both academically and socially. The foundation she built here gave her such confidence, and we know our other child is getting the same incredible start.

The teachers are nurturing, dedicated, and truly invested in each child’s growth. The curriculum blends early academics with creativity and play, and the communication from the staff gives us great peace of mind. We love how they make learning fun and engaging while also fostering independence and social skills.

As much as we love seeing our children grow, we know it will be bittersweet when our youngest graduates. This school has felt like family to us. We can’t recommend Little Tides enough for anyone looking for a place where their child will be loved, supported, and truly prepared for the next step in their education.

Sheila who runs the program is truly remarkable and I’m in awe of her ability to be so on point...

Choosing a daycare is a big decision because you're trusting a group of people you've never met to spend 8 hours a day watching the thing you love most: your kids. We looked at a bunch, and the word of mouth was overwhelming: "you need to go find Sheila at Temple Emanu-el... She's the best... We sent all our kids there... Don't even look anywhere else if you can get in."

Even with those high expectations, Little Tides has over-delivered. Our 2.5 year old and our 0.5 year old both go there, and we could not be happier. Ms Sheila, Ms Amanda, Ms Angelique, Ms Maritza, Ms Zaida, Ms Betty, Ms Liz, and of course Junior. I can't think of a better village to help raise our children. Our toddler brings home artwork, report cards, and stories of playing with his friends and learning new things. If I could do it all again the only thing I would change is starting him sooner

Run, don't walk -- they fill up quickly and keep the class sizes small for maximum teacher/student interaction. Call months before you...