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Small Wonders Preschool/The Rock

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

4800-C Fruitvale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
5/20/2025
Total visits
7

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

Small Wonders Preschool serves children ages 2 through Pre-Kindergarten in a Christian atmosphere at Valley Baptist Church in Bakersfield. The program emphasizes spiritual, social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development through structured curriculum and activities.

Philosophy
Small Wonders is a place where your child will experience love, laughter, and learning! In an atmosphere of Christian beliefs, our goal is to work with parents in the nurturing and development of their child for a lifelong journey of learning. The program includes music, language, Bible time, community service projects, Abeka curriculum, arts, crafts, sports activities, and spiritual development to help children understand God's presence and develop positive self-image through God's love.
Ages served
Age 2 - Pre-Kindergarten
Hours
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Meals
Morning and afternoon snacks provided by Small Wonders. Voluntary meal plan available at $3.50 per day for lunch; alternatively, parents may pack lunch (no nuts, items cannot be heated/prepared).
Religious
Christian; affiliated with Valley Baptist Church

Programs

  • •Music
  • •Language
  • •Bible time
  • •Community service projects
  • •Abeka curriculum
  • •Arts, crafts, and sports activities

Highlights

  • ✓Flexible enrollment options of 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week
  • ✓Structured developmental focus on spiritual, social, intellectual, physical, and emotional growth
  • ✓Community visitors and agencies
  • ✓Sample daily schedule available

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio, Outdoor play areas, Class sizes, Special education services. Ask the preschool directly.

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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