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Dermer's Creative Care Too

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

8855 N. Chestnut, Fresno, CA 93720

Visit website ↗(559) 325-6913Directions ↗Licensed for 81
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
6
Complaint visits
4
Last visit
7/31/2025
Total visits
9

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

Dermer's Creative Care Preschools is a family-owned and operated preschool established in 1982, with a second location opened in 2003. The program emphasizes individual attention, creative learning, and developing children's physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth.

Philosophy
The preschool believes the preschool years are special for child development and that children should be free to be themselves in a happy, safe, and creative learning atmosphere. Teachers personalize educational experiences based on monthly themes and believe kind and nurturing teachers are foundational in developing children's natural curiosity and propensity for learning.
Outdoor
Contemporary playgrounds with park-like playground equipment designed for safe physical play, exercise, and social skill development
Meals
Morning and afternoon snacks supplement a nourishing lunch

Programs

  • •Dramatic play with emphasis on reading readiness
  • •Math and science concepts
  • •Art
  • •Cooking
  • •Sensory learning
  • •Music and movement
  • •Physical education
  • •Field trips and special educational days

Highlights

  • ✓Caring, educated teachers who are specialists in child development
  • ✓Personalized monthly photo books and year-in-review DVD for families
  • ✓Safe, continuously cleaned and disinfected facilities with staff certified in CPR and emergency preparedness
  • ✓Contemporary playground facilities with park-like equipment

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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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