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Wayside Elementary School Prek

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

1000 Ming St., Bakersfield, CA 93307

Visit website ↗(661) 631-4936Directions ↗Licensed for 24
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
2/6/2025
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

Wayside Elementary School PreK is part of the Bakersfield City School District located at 1000 Ming Ave. The school is committed to creating a supportive learning environment with a tiered system approach to meet students' academic and social-emotional needs.

Philosophy
Committed to creating a supportive learning environment and empowering students to take ownership of their learning and explore their interests through a tiered system approach.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch available

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