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St. John's Children Center

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Faith-based
Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

4500 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311

Visit website ↗(661) 664-9127Directions ↗Licensed for 24
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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: 9/1/2023 (4 total).

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

About this preschool

St. John's Children's Center offers Christ-centered, developmentally appropriate education for children from 12 months to pre-kindergarten. The center emphasizes high educational standards, spiritual growth, and meaningful relationships through dedicated staff and intentional curriculum.

Philosophy
High quality, developmentally appropriate, Christ-centered, child-focused program with a child-centered approach to provide a stimulating learning environment. The center focuses on developing young independent thinkers who have a sincere relationship with Jesus Christ.
Ages served
12 months to pre-kindergarten
Religious
Christian faith-based; curriculum includes faith-based 'One in Christ' program with spiritual development focus

Programs

  • •Toddler Program
  • •Summer Program
  • •Part-time and full-time enrollment options

Highlights

  • ✓Core Knowledge academic curriculum combined with Handwriting Without Tears writing program
  • ✓Desired Results Development Profile assessments
  • ✓Focus on six developmental domains: spiritual, social, language/literacy, cognitive, mathematical, and physical development
  • ✓Campus tours available for prospective families

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