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7189 - La Petite Academy of Bakersfield
2616 Gosford, BAKERSFIELD, CA
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...
0228 - Childtime of Bakersfield
9903 Camino Media, BAKERSFIELD, CA
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...
Heaven Sent In Home Preschool & Day Care
1005 Radcliffe Ave, Bakersfield, CA
I am open from 6:30 am - 6 pm, Monday thru Friday. Accepting children from 1 thru 5 years. Close to Panorama Bluffs, easy access to Oildale and downtown. I hold a Masters Degree in Child Development and have 29 years experience teaching young children. I offer nutritious meals and snacks and a small...
Kidz Choice Daycare
Council Bluffs Court, Bakersfield, CA
Kidz Choice Daycare is a large family Daycare with a loving and nurturing environment. We offer the children healthy choices and a vast variety of activities to do. We also provide a preschool experience and we provide pick up and drop off services for school age children. We are now accepting...
Little Thinkers In-home Daycare
11503 Trinity Park Way, Bakersfield, CA
Licensed child care/preschool enrolling children, ages 0 - 5 years old. We also offer before/after school care for children up to age 12. Teacher friendly schedules as well as summer schedules available. We offer both full and part-time hours. I implement a developmentally appropriate Curriculum to...
Jen's Family Child Care
2608 Bralorne Ct, Bakersfield, CA
Jen's Family Child Care is a large licensed in home child care. We care for up to 14 children daily Monday-Friday. Currently we care for children ages 12 months and older. We offer Breakfast, Lunch and a PM snack along with a daily preschool program and potty training assistance.
First Experiences Preschool at FUMC
4600 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA
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...
Sierra Montessori Childrens Center
3800 Wible Rd, Bakersfield, CA
Sierra Montessori Children's Center is an early childhood program integrating a comprehensive, developmental Montessori curriculum with a focus on the whole child.
Jen's Family Child Care
2608 Bralorne Ct, Bakersfield, CA
Jen's Family Child Care.
Where kids learn, play, laugh and grow!
We are an in home child care, we also do a daily preschool curriculum program.
We are open Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
We accept children 12 months old and older.
We are a licensed facility and take up to 14 children.
We...
Kiddiegarden Playcare
5415 Sardinia Dr, Bakersfield, CA
Here at KiddieGarden Playcare we cherish creativity, celebrate our friends, dance/move to our own unique beat, and promote love.
We put into practice unique Forest School sessions to drive our play-based curriculum and support the life long health of your babies and tots with superior nutrition &...
Williams Family Child Care
5911 Ragusa Lane, Bakersfield, CA
I am an extended learning program teacher for the Fruitvale school district by day and and run night time care for children aged 2 and up for those who work evening and late nights. I used to operate during the day but I was asked to Teach again and I went back to teaching. I have two children of my...
Taylor Family Daycare
5610 Winter Wheat Ave, Bakersfield, CA
Taylor Family Daycare, is a licensed in-home daycare, a service provided to the surrounding families in Bakersfield. This provider is licensed through the State, CPR/First Aid Certified, and offers exceptional care to families and children seeking care.
Jen's Family Child Care
2608 Bralorne Ct, Bakersfield, CA
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...
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!
Escuelita Hernandez Little School
909 CASTRO LN, BAKERSFIELD, CA
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...
Val's Small Steps Childcare
8509 Harbor Club, Bakersfield, CA
My name is Valerie . I operate a lisenced in home daycare . I am CPR and first aid certified and have over 30 units of child development. I was previously a preschool teacher for 5 years and now I have started my own business.
Tina's House
Sea Meadow Lane, Bakersfield, CA
I am a 50 year old mother of two boys. I live in Northwest Bakersfield, the Riverlakes community. I have my Liberal Arts Degree with a minor in Sociology. I have been running my home child care for over 20 years. I started my business when my first son was a year old. I wanted to stay home and still...
Brilliant Minds Academy
4620 Taft Highway Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA
Licensed child care/preschool enrolling children, ages 0 - 5 years old. We also offer before/after school care for children up to age 12. Our teachers implement a developmentally appropriate Montessori Curriculum to ensure kindergarten readiness. We offer full-time and part-time programs to fit your...
Heir Force Academy Christian preschool
4755 Gosford Road, Bakersfield, CA
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...
Pamela Mcphetridge
6401 Star Sapphire Dr, Bakersfield, CA
I owned and operated my own daycare service for five years, while raising my daughter. I provided a lot of learning time for the kids, including Jr Phonics and other beneficial skills for preschool. I am 53 years of age. I have been a resident of Bakersfield my entire life. I have been married 25...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Bakersfield, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me 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.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Bakersfield, CA?
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.
How can I find a preschool near me 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.