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Fairgrounds Child Development Center

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

931 Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93304

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
8/15/2025
Total visits
5

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

Fairgrounds Child Development Center is located next to the Kern County Fairgrounds in Bakersfield and serves children ages 3 to 5 years. The center offers both full-day 10-hour and part-day 3-hour preschool programs with a focus on exploration, learning, and growth in a warm environment.

Ages served
3 to 5 years
Hours
Full day: 10-hour program; Part day: 3-hour program with morning and afternoon sessions

Programs

  • •Full-day preschool (10 hours)
  • •Part-day preschool (3 hours)

Highlights

  • ✓Located next to Kern County Fairgrounds
  • ✓Serves 120 children (72 maximum capacity)
  • ✓Parent involvement required 2 days per month

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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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