Now in its second century of service, The Broadoaks School has proudly provided generations of children with an extraordinary education.
Originally located in Pasadena, Broadoaks was founded in 1906 by sisters Ada Mae and Imelda E. Brooks. The school soon achieved national recognition as a center for the professional development of early childhood educators. Broadoaks officially became part of Whittier College in 1931 and physically moved to the College campus in 1945.
With its evidence-based, child-centered approach, Broadoaks serves as a model for excellence in early childhood education. A hub for early learning, children enroll at Broadoaks from preschool to kindergarten and enjoy the caring attention of dedicated faculty and staff during the foundational years of their education journey.
Broadoaks School also proudly serves as a learning laboratory at Whittier College for future teachers and scholars. To this end, Broadoaks models best practices in the education and care of children, as well as in programs and services for families and advocacy for children’s wellbeing beyond the school gates.
Licensing and Accreditation
The Broadoaks preschool program is licensed by the California Department of Social Services; the elementary and middle school programs are authorized by the California and Los Angeles County Departments of Education. Broadoaks was an early adopter of the High/Scope method and was certified by the High/Scope Educational Research Foundation.
Community Care License for Broadoaks Preschool
- Facility Number 191500460
- Preschool Capacity: 75
- Licensed to Whittier College to operate and maintain a day care center
- Official Name of Facility: Broadoaks School of Whittier College
- Address: 13406 Philadelphia St., Whittier, CA 90608