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Ming Avenue Child Development Center

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

1100 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304

Visit website ↗(661) 835-7284Directions ↗Licensed for 160
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
3/14/2025
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

Ming Avenue Child Development Center serves 208 children ages 2 to 5 years in Bakersfield. The center offers both full-day (10-hour) and part-day (3-hour) preschool programs with a mission to provide enriched, enjoyable, and meaningful experiences through loving and kind instruction.

Philosophy
The staff's mission is to provide an enriched, enjoyable and meaningful experience for young children. Staff understand that children respond best to teachers who instruct with love and kindness.
Ages served
2 to 5 years
Hours
Full day: 10-hour program; Part day: 3-hour program (morning and afternoon sessions available)

Programs

  • •Full day preschool program
  • •Part day preschool program

Highlights

  • ✓One of the larger centers in the Early Childhood Education program
  • ✓Parent involvement expected: 2 days per month
  • ✓Serves 208 children with space limited to 120 children

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio, Meals, Outdoor play facilities, Specific curriculum or learning activities. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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