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Apple Valley Child Care Center

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

18609 Corwin Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307

Visit website ↗(760) 242-5437Directions ↗Licensed for 62
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
12/16/2024
Total visits
6

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Smart Start Academy is a locally owned and operated learning center licensed by the State of California. The program offers an advanced curriculum designed to prepare children for Kindergarten with emphasis on math and pre-reading skills through play-based, hands-on learning experiences.

Philosophy
Children learn best through play, with hands-on experiences to explore and develop enthusiasm for learning.

Highlights

  • ✓State-of-the-art equipment
  • ✓Secure Internet Viewing System for parent check-ins
  • ✓Advanced curriculum with emphasis on math and pre-reading skills
  • ✓Licensed by the State of California

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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