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About Us

Playa Del Rey Elementary School is a California Distinguished School which emphasizes quality inclusive academic learning environments that are responsive to student voice, arts enrichment, STEAM, GATE and student engagement. Our goal is for all students to thrive and make opportunities for the community and families to participate in learning and collaborative partnerships.

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Big Dreams Start Small ✨

We are now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year!

At Playa del Rey Elementary, learning goes beyond the classroom! Think garden, exploration, arts, movement, and hands-on discovery every day. We're so proud to support- academically and socially!

Come see what makes our school community so special!
YDP Hiring

Help Support Our Students!

Looking to make a positive impact? Become a YDP youth mentor!

Our Youth Development Program is hiring Mentor Coaches to support organized recreation and enrichment activities. Join our team and help provide students with a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.
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We Are One

Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.
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Calendar

Oct 16

College Wear Day!

Oct 23

Fall Festival

Oct 26

Read-a-Thon Begins

Oct 30

FOP Monthly Meeting

Oct 6

Region West Choices School Fair

Time: 4 PM – 6 PM
Location: Los Angeles High School 4650 W. Olympic Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90019

Oct 7

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region South

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: Virtual

Oct 8

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region North

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Virtual

Oct 9

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region East

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Virtual

Oct 10

Region East Choices School Fair

Time: 9 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Esteban Torres HS 4211 Dozier St Los Angeles, CA 90063
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Our Mission

Playa del Rey Elementary School is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to instilling excellence in academics through effort and collaboration with families and our community. Instruction is provided in a learning environment that is responsive to all students, safe, caring, and rigorous.