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Bcsd/Franklin Elementary Pre-K

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

2400 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301

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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 10/24/2024 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

Franklin Elementary's Pre-K program is part of BCSD, one of the oldest schools in the District opening in 1914. The school prioritizes educating all students at the highest levels of academic excellence to become collaborative, creative, and critical thinkers.

Philosophy
Franklin Elementary's top priority is to educate all students at the highest levels of academic excellence to become collaborative, creative, and critical thinkers. The goal is to equip teachers with the best available resources and provide students with the highest quality education to prepare them for high school, college, and beyond.

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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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