(photo by Edwin Folven)

Stratford School, a new private school in Hollywood currently accepting applications for students in preschool through the 5th grade, is holding an open house on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1200 N. Cahuenga Blvd. Parents of prospective students can learn about Stratford’s preschool and elementary programs, and meet the school’s leadership, teachers and staff. Information on Stratford’s curriculum will be provided, and parents can see sample classroom environments and the school’s interactive STEAM area. Children are welcome to attend the open house. Stratford School is also holding a preschool playdate at its Los Angeles Melrose campus on Wednesday, May 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. The event will offer educational and safe activities full of discovery. For information and registration for the open house and preschool playdate, call (323)988-9505, email melrose@stratfordschools.com, or visit www.stratfordschools.com.