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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!
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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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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 5

Student of the Month Assembly

Time: 8:15 AM – 8:45 AM

Oct 16

College Wear Day!

Oct 23

Fall Festival

Oct 26

Read-a-Thon Begins

Oct 30

FOP Monthly Meeting

Oct 5

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region West

Time: 9 AM – 10 AM
Location: Webster Middle School 11330 Graham Pl Los Angeles, CA 90064

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region South

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: Gardena High School 1301 W 182nd St Gardena, CA 90248

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region North

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Holmes Middle School 9351 Paso Robles Ave Northridge, CA 91325

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region West

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Virtual

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
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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.