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1.HANDS OF PRAYER DAY CARE

405 south owens st BAKERSFIELD, CA

(2)

2 mi

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Peace of mind knowing their most precious jewels are being taken care with love. Serve breakfast, lunch and snacks. Have activities. Our business Hours: Open Monday–Saturday, 24 hours. Closed Sundays.
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Griselda F. says "She is really good with kids. She is knowledgeable and has taught my son so much. He enjoys going there."
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Cooperative
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2031 24TH ST BAKERSFIELD, CA

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< 1 mi

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Building Blocks Academy is a locally and veteran-owned childcare and early education center in Bakersfield serving children ages 2–12. We provide a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment with curriculum-based learning, preschool and Pre-K preparation, school-age care, and nutritious meals and snacks through CACFP. Our experienced team focuses on each child’s academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth while maintaining strong communication with families. We proudly partner with Kern…
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Care Member says "Cannot recommend them enough! It’s not just a day care, they have helped my littles get ready for school. Very transparent, clean facility, protective and trustworthy with my kids "
Preschool
Academic
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Cooperative

2616 GOSFORD RD BAKERSFIELD, CA

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5 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Bakersfield, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Bakersfield, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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9903 CAMINO MEDIA BAKERSFIELD, CA

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6 mi

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At Childtime of Bakersfield we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in Bakersfield, CA. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 9903 Camino Media…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"

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Here at my facility we have quality care we truly are here for the parents and children we are family oriented and I’ve been in childcare for over 40 years we love children like our own very dedicated in quality and love here at my facility, and we serve customers 24 hours a day.
Faith based
Special needs
In-Home daycare
Academic
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

909 CASTRO LN BAKERSFIELD, CA

3 mi

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It’s the mission of Escuelita Hernandez Little School to guide, teach and to care for children in a stimulating and caring bilingual atmosphere. We focus on developing each individual’s needs as they achieve their milestones at their own pace. We promote their growth in social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through creative play, art and music as well as structured time with teachers to enhance their learning experience.

1907 S. I St Bakersfield, CA

3 mi

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We are a large Family Child Care Center, we are currently enrolling children ages 3 to 10 years old. We provide breakfast, lunch and snack. We are open from 6:30 am to 6:30pm Mon- Fri. We accept community connection.

2601 Bank Street Bakersfield, CA

3 mi

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We offer a licensed daycare for children of all ages. We provide transportation to and from school. Healthy breakfast,lunch and snacks, are provided daily. Toddlers will be assisted in potty training and our main goal is to ensure all toddlers are ready for kindergarden. We are located in central Bakersfield in the Oleander area. We do arts and crafts, field trips and stick to a weekly schedule which includes going to the park for exercise, scheduled story hours and curriculum to introduce and…

2515 CHURCH AVE BAKERSFIELD, CA

4 mi

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We are a faith-based preschool serving child ages 2 through school age. Our vision is to provide a secure place where children are given excellent guidance to mature and grow in faith and love. We would love the opportunity to welcome your family into our Child Life family!
Faith based

2608 Bralorne Ct Bakersfield, CA

4 mi

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Jen's Family Child Care is a licensed in home child care. We care for up to 12 toddlers 18 months-4 years old. We provide a preschool curriculum, meals, snacks and potty training assistance. We are open Monday-Friday from 7:00am-4:30pm Please call us for more information 836-8377 or www.jensfamilychildcare.com

2616 Gosford Bakersfield, CA

4 mi

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What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools…
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3200 GOSFORD RD BAKERSFIELD, CA

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6 mi

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Sandra V. says "Stepping Stone's was awesome when my grand daughter attended there 2 years ago. She’s in first grade now. God bless."

5915 NATHANIEL WAY BAKERSFIELD, CA

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6 mi

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Welcome to The Village Child Care Center, a 2-6 child care facility dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive. Our passionate team is committed to delivering exceptional care and early childhood education. We strive to instill a love for learning in every child, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of achievements. At The Village, your child's well-being and growth are our foremost priorities.
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Lucy S. says "The facility is new and beautiful. The staff is so inviting and uplifting! "
Preschool
Academic
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Cooperative

12201 White Rapids Way BAKERSFIELD, CA

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7 mi

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Tiny toes ,big dreams, and lots of play, learning and laughter fill every day!!!!! We paint, we sing, we laugh, we grow, In a safe ,warm place where little hearts glow!!! Small hands, big fun-come join everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Spots are limited, contact us Today!!!!
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Care Member says "They provide individualized care that meets the unique needs of every child. They come from a family of child care professionals and ensure that children get to explore in a safe environment. They emphasize social emotional learning (which is developmentally appropriate for the age group they serve) and introduce basic concepts that will prepare children for TK or kindergarten. "
In-Home daycare
Montessori
Academic
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative

5617 DANBURY CT Bakersfield, CA

9 mi

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4755 Gosford Road Bakersfield, CA

12 mi

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Heir Force Academy Christian Preschool is a faith based preschool with an exceptional staff. Our preschool has cameras in the classrooms so the parents can log on from any location and enjoy seeing their child in action as they learn throughout the day. We offer our services for ages 2-6 min potty trained children are welcome. Please call today and schedule an appointment.

5816 Winter Grove Drive Dr. Bakersfield, CA

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12 mi

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Latondra V. says "I have used Lizzie's for two of my children and they both loved it. I already have my grandchild lined up for care with this home daycare."
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Academic

4600 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield, CA

14 mi

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First Experiences Preschool offers Christian based education and flexible schedules at affordable rate. Established in 1994, First Experiences has been a stable in childcare and grade school preparation for children ages 2 1/2 - 6 in the Bakersfield community. With experienced staff and smaller classroom sizes, children are able to receive one on one interaction, education and love. Purpose: First Experiences Preschool desires to provide enriching experiences for young children through a…
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

9903 Camino Media Bakersfield, CA

18 mi

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them…
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Recent preschool reviews from local parents

Preschools are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 55 listed preschools

HANDS OF PRAYER DAY CARE

She is really good with kids. She is knowledgeable and has taught my son so much. He enjoys going there.

- Griselda F.

BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY, INC.

Cannot recommend them enough! It’s not just a day care, they have helped my littles get ready for school. Very transparent, clean facility,…

- Care member

7189 - La Petite Academy of Bakersfield

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…

- Carla C.

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Bakersfield, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Bakersfield, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Bakersfield, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Bakersfield, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Bakersfield, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Bakersfield, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Bakersfield, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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