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Little Pines Preschool

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

2022 Franklin Street, Chico, CA 95928

Visit website ↗(530) 965-2202Directions ↗Licensed for 23
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
6/3/2025
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

Little Pines is a fully-licensed, small-group daycare and preschool that serves infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a home-like atmosphere. The facility emphasizes purposeful play, individualized attention, and social-emotional development within a limited capacity environment.

Philosophy
Blend purposeful play with deeply dedicated care; intentional play as a method that turns every activity into a meaningful learning moment; balance structured learning with opportunities for fun and discovery; prioritize social and emotional well-being alongside academics
Ages served
Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (capacity of 8 infants and toddlers and 23 preschoolers)
Outdoor
Not listed

Programs

  • •Infant care
  • •Toddler care
  • •Preschool

Highlights

  • ✓Small-group, fully-licensed facility with personalized attention
  • ✓Home-like atmosphere and gentle transition from family life
  • ✓Intentional play-based curriculum
  • ✓Focus on social and emotional well-being

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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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